Chapter 1429: Diplomat
"That's why I asked Ling Zhenfei to accompany me. Seeing him makes me feel much more at ease."
Mao Xuejing looked at Ling Zhenfei, and he winked at her, assuring her that everything was under his control.
As they chatted, the leader said, "Even though we are quite familiar with each other, this is still an official state visit, so we have to follow protocol. We can discuss cooperation details slowly, but let's finish the formalities first."
Ling Zhenfei said, "That's what I thought too, so I won't show up during the formalities. We'll be together for the detailed discussions."
The car drove into a very large courtyard—a place Ling Zhenfei had only heard of before and never imagined he would enter.
Once inside, Ling Zhenfei surprisingly felt at ease. There really were too many procedures to follow, so he decided not to stick around.
Bai Ling finally found Ling Zhenfei and, somewhat incredulously, said, "That woman is really a princess?"
Ling Zhenfei said, "Could that possibly be fake?"
Bai Ling said, "A princess this beautiful is rare. Look at that Island Nation princess, she's just too unsightly, two of her can't compare to this one. No wonder you've fallen head over heels."
Ling Zhenfei said, "What do you mean by 'head over heels'?"
Bai Ling snorted, "You know it in your heart. I really don't know how you got involved with this princess."
Ling Zhenfei said, "That's none of your concern. All you need to know is that she is my fiancée."
The two quarreled while waiting for the formalities to be completed. After everything was finally done, the leader even prepared a state banquet to entertain Mao Xuejing and the others.
Ling Zhenfei sat next to Mao Xuejing, along with Zhang Bin. This time, Zhang Bin was quite impressive, at least presenting himself as quite steady. However, who would know how fierce this guy is in battle?
Zhang Bin kept making eye signals to Ling Zhenfei, but couldn't find a chance to speak with him.
Ling Zhenfei noticed this and didn't hold back from signaling back to Zhang Bin, but since there were cameras around, they didn't talk much during the meal. It must be said, though, that the banquet dishes were indeed quite good.
Once everything settled down, it was already two or three o'clock in the afternoon. Mao Xuejing, Zhang Bin, and Ling Zhenfei were invited into the meeting room to discuss details.
In truth, Ling Zhenfei had almost finished discussing the details the previous day. What remained were minor issues and the requirements and information Mao Xuejing brought along.
Ultimately, they reached a consensus. Huaxia would aid Moergawa's development, including roadways, airports, and fishing ports infrastructure. In return, Moergawa would waive visa requirements for Huaxia.
This means that tourists going to Moergawa, as long as their identity is confirmed when flying from Huaxia and they carry no prohibited items, would need nothing like a passport upon arrival.
This stipulation was insisted on by Ling Zhenfei, aiming to boost the enthusiasm of his fellow countrymen to travel to Moergawa by simplifying the process as much as possible, making it as easy as flying from the Capital City to Modu.
For all wishing to visit coastal islands or the Southern Hemisphere, Moergawa would absolutely become the first choice for Huaxia citizens.
Ling Zhenfei was very confident in this. His countrymen had enough money; with a good reputation, business would surely flourish.
Additionally, Moergawa's fruits and fish products exported to Huaxia would be duty-free, just as Huaxia's exports to Moergawa would also carry zero duty.
This ensures that people on both sides benefit, and both nations profit. Moergawa, despite being relatively underdeveloped, has a thriving fishing industry, and several unique Southern Hemisphere fruits are quite good.
This means people on both sides can buy quality goods for less, and with no tariffs, more will venture into business in Moergawa—an excellent development.
Furthermore, regarding Moergawa's military, Huaxia will assist in establishing a comprehensive military system, in return for constructing a long-distance supply base for the Huaxia navy on one of Moergawa's islands.
Moreover, until Moergawa's military is fully developed, Huaxia will be responsible for Moergawa's security.
These are the three major aspects. The rest, like the methods for Huaxia to assist with Moergawa's infrastructure, are more complex—handled by the people Mao Xuejing brought and those from Huaxia, who will deliberate slowly.
It lasted until late, and finally, everything calmed down, with Ling Zhenfei and the others assigned rooms.
After dinner, Ling Zhenfei and Mao Xuejing finally had time to talk.
Zhang Bin was so happy that he went straight up to hug Ling Zhenfei, saying, "Prince, I won't salute you now."
Ling Zhenfei laughed and said, "If you don't salute, I'll hold you accountable."
Zhang Bin said, "Even if you do, it can wait until we're back in Moergawa."
Everyone laughed together, but Mao Xuejing remained composed, speaking with great courtesy. Since others were around, they didn't display overt intimacy.
"How is Moergawa now?" Ling Zhenfei asked.
Mao Xuejing said, "Moergawa is doing well. Without the war, even the air smells sweeter."
Ling Zhenfei said, "And what about Feixue Island?"
Mao Xuejing smiled slightly and said, "Feixue Island is great; it's working hard to return to its pre-war state. As you asked, everything is being constructed to be beautiful."
Ling Zhenfei had once told Mao Xuejing and Mao Aru that their development focus should be tourism, and everything should be built for beauty; every snapshot should be a picture—that was the standard.
It seemed Mao Aru had executed this well, and with Mao Xuejing there, Ling Zhenfei felt reassured.
Bai Ling approached and said to Ling Zhenfei, "What are you discussing that's making you all so happy?"
Her words caught everyone's attention, especially Mao Xuejing's, whose eyes fixed on Bai Ling, sizing her up from top to bottom.
Bai Ling walked over to Ling Zhenfei's side, giving Mao Xuejing another look.
Although she had seen Mao Xuejing from afar before, this was her first close-up, and she was quite taken aback—a princess so beautiful was indeed rare.
Mao Xuejing asked Ling Zhenfei, "Who's this?"
Ling Zhenfei hurriedly introduced her, "This is my assistant and manager, Su Bailing."
"Bai Ling, let me introduce you—this is Mao Xuejing, Princess of Moergawa."
Bai Ling looked at them with a smile, plotting to dig a pit for Ling Zhenfei, intending to remind him that women, like herself, get jealous easily.
Bai Ling quickly said, "So, this is the Princess of Moergawa! Zhenfei, be sure to show her the beauty of our Huaxia when she visits."
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