2235 Reciprocation
The report is full of praise for the strong Chinese style, especially the praise of Chinese food. These gold pens can make readers drool by just writing.
Many newspapers even asked the chefs in the East to ask some methods for making side dishes. Regardless of whether they can succeed, I believe that many readers are willing to try it today.
Culture has always been aggressive, and you can't guard against this kind of invasion because it satisfies humanity's pursuit of beautiful things.
Who doesn’t like beautiful scenery, beauty, food, and beauty? Oriental porcelain, tea and silk have been popular in Europe for thousands of years, who can ban it? Before, Europe would rather endure a huge trade deficit than import a large amount of money, because the market demand is where you can’t reverse it.
Now Xiao Letian wants to create a new demand market for Europe, a huge market that relies heavily on China. Then the catering industry believes that it has conquered the appetites of London citizens, that is, conquered the appetites of the people of the British Isles.
Conquering Britain's appetite can naturally conquer the appetite of Europeans. Conquering the stomach first and then conquering the heart. This permeable cultural invasion is really hard to guard against.
But Xiang Ying was not very interested in these things. He was just watching the fun. What he was more concerned about was the newspaper’s evaluation of the queen and the evaluation of France and Tsarist Russia. This was the highlight.
Sure enough, after turning to the Times, which is known for its politics, he finally saw reports other than food, "The state gift that shocked the royal family, the respected Prince Albert reappeared! What a title! It's really awesome..."
It is worthy of being a European old newspaper. Its writing is sharp and sophisticated. It describes the atmosphere at the banquet in a few words, especially the reactions of the queen and the crown prince are the focus of the report.
With the editor's intentional or unintentional emphasis, the image of the Chinese people began to become more and more positive. Prince Albert itself had a very good reputation in Britain. Although when he first came to Britain, the nobles and the people expressed some unfriendliness to this prince of German descent.
However, as time went by, the prince's in charge of politics and friendship gradually gained the love and support of the people, especially the abolitionist cause supported by the prince was even more appreciated by the lower-level people.
Including the world's first World Expo, it was also held under the promotion of the prince, which made his reputation continue to rise.
The death of the prince has made countless people sad. Eight years have passed. Just as people have gradually forgotten the prince, the stone thrown by Xiao Letian not only ripples in the royal family, but also began to stir up waves in the hearts of the people.
Xiang Ying looked at the positive report on the friendship between the lines of the Chinese people and couldn't help but sighed, "It's still the master's wise! This has already tear a hole in the royal family and has also gained the favor of countless people. It seems that Benjamin needs to think carefully if he wants to attack..."
"That's right! At least, block the possibility of them using their illicit attacks to harm us. This is the biggest gain... Haha, look below, the white-skinned pig of Tsarist Russia has also been in the newspaper!" Hitotaro said excitedly.
After turning two pages, one photo was indeed the scene when the iron flower was smacked. The scalded Ivan and the brave Chinese soldiers formed a sharp contrast. Then the report also recorded the conflicts at the banquet in an understatement.
How France and Tsarist Russia provoked the Chinese people, and how the head of state counterattacked the moves, the report did not come up with its own analysis, but only explained the process experience in detail.
Xiang Ying sighed, "It's really smooth! No one wants to do offends... But it's not easy to report it in a realistic way!"
"I believe that the people will have their own judgment. Such impolite behavior by France and Tsarist Russia will definitely be condemned! These editors are supporting us in the danger of revenge of France and Tsarist Russia! It's not easy, it's really not easy..."
Just as the two were talking happily, a faint voice suddenly appeared behind them, "Don't be too happy too early, let's think about the counterattack of Benjamin's group of people!"
Looking back, it was Sima Yun, one of the Four Heavenly Kings. This is the least talkative person among the top Chinese leaders. Every word he said is more precious than gold.
The two immediately stood attentively and saluted, "Please solve the problem of the general!"
Sima Yun shook his head, "Don't ask me, don't ask me, I'm going to look through the French intelligence sent by Jonas. I'm not good at diplomatic matters... If you want to find the answer, I suggest you find someone..."
"Who?" the two asked in unison.
"Wang Junlan! The team leader of Qijuzhu, he seems to be going out today..." Sima Yun left with such a stupid sentence.
Xiang Ying and Tsuitaro looked at each other, turned around and ran straight to the gate without saying a word. As soon as they arrived at the gate, they saw a black carriage about to go out. On it was Wang Junlan, the leader of the daily life group.
"Wait for us... If you are not carrying out a top-secret mission, then take us with you!" the two of them said breathlessly.
Wang Junlan scratched his head, "I'll go to the Duke of Newcastle to talk about buying a store, signing a contract by the way. This kind of thing is extremely boring. Are the two generals interested?"
"Yes! Of course I'm interested. Today, the head of state is going to visit a school and a factory. There are no important foreign affairs activities, we are idle..." After saying that, the two of them squeezed into the car directly.
Diplomatic activities in the 19th century were completely different from those in the 21st century. Due to the transportation conditions at that time, such intercontinental visits took a long time.
First of all, the journey is long and time-consuming. It is very difficult to go abroad once, so many things are piled up together for negotiation, which lengthens the time.
At the same time, we have to consider the physical condition of the VIP. After nearly three months of long journey, the Eastern Envoys have to rest even if they are in a tough situation.
After two days of opening ceremony, both the guest and the host and the guest tacitly reduced important activities, with the purpose of allowing these VIPs from afar to rest.
Xiao Letian can finally sleep in beautifully, but his subordinates are not that lucky. Everyone is following the plan, and they have to run errands for the specific work.
Wang Junlan and the three of them met with the accountant of the Duke of Newcastle at the agreed location to start a city-wide inspection. The location of the first Chinese restaurant in Europe is very important. If you want to take a high-end route, the location and area of the store should not be careless.
Xiao Letian will naturally not ask about such a small matter. He will just sign and approve it.
Through last night's banquet, the Duke of Newx has regarded the Chinese food business as the most important treasure pot for the family's future, and even the nobles who had cooperative relationships with him took action.
Many families extended olive branches to Xiao Letian, and they took out the best storefronts in their hands for Wang Junlan and the others to inspect.
One shop after another flashed through the eyes of the three of them. They were so busy that they even had to make do with lunch. Until three o'clock in the afternoon, a total of four stores were finalized and they were waiting for the decision of the head of state.
When they found Xiao Letian who visited in a middle school, the head of state looked at the situation of the four stores and said, "Buy them all! Chinese food will definitely be popular in the future. There is absolutely nothing wrong with hoarding real estate now..."
"As long as possible, you must prepare a new application to the royal family after all this, I don't believe it. This property in London can be sold, but the land in Mauritius can not be sold?"
"Well, by the way... Where did our Majesty go to play today? It's so good. Until now, I haven't even reported to me as a master. I'm really promising!"
Chapter completed!