Chapter 284 He Just Needs Time to Adapt

Since the beginning of the school year, Yue Ning has been accused of being involved in political controversy twice. The first time, the school did not handle it, and the second time, the other party publicly apologized to her.

Everyone knows that Yue Ning has a strong background. There are venues donated by the Qiao family and the Cai family on the university campus. Last year, she cooperated with the school on a project to provide practical opportunities for students.

The vast majority of students at City University of Hong Kong are admitted from British-Chinese schools, which means that they have received British-style education since childhood.

Education has a tendency, and there are many pro-British students. In today's world, Britain and the United States are trying to win over China to deal with the Soviet Union, and China is also seeking opportunities for its own development at this time. China and Europe and the United States are in a honeymoon period at the moment. From the perspective of the international trend, the environment is very friendly to China, but Hong Kong is facing the question of whether to return. This involves personal interests and is very controversial.

A pro-China person like Yue Ning would naturally be excluded by those people. Many people said that the school protected Yue Ning only because it was succumbing to the desire for money.

It just so happened that the research report of Yue Ning's team was extremely outstanding, and the school arranged for their team to give a public speech. Yue Ning also applied for off-campus media filming, and this media was naturally HTV.

Yue Ning was accused by Xie Xuewen in an open letter, who accused her of considering herself Chinese and ignoring the "fact" that they were British subjects. This matter has long been spread outside the school and has sparked widespread discussion. Are these new immigrants from the mainland considered Hong Kong people? Are they British subjects?

Yue Ning is an influential figure among new immigrants. Her words and deeds have certain guiding significance, and therefore have attracted the attention of many people.

Yue Ning stood behind the podium after taking the stage: "Hello, teachers and students! Thank you for giving me this opportunity to clarify some facts and share some experiences with my team. Last year, I formed a Ning Xiaochu team at school. At that time, I said that Japan's economic development would accelerate. In addition to deepening the Hong Kong market, this team will focus on developing Ning Xiaochu's Japanese market. Why haven't I heard anyone say that I have political inclinations? This year, I believe that the reform and opening up of the mainland will bring opportunities to the Hong Kong economy. What's outrageous is that when I wanted to recruit people to help translate economic materials, someone said that I made political remarks; I formed a new project and was also said to have political inclinations. After thinking about it, I just said two facts. First, I am Chinese."

Yue Ning looked at the audience and smiled helplessly: "I was born in Guangdong City, grew up in the northwest, and came to Hong Kong City only one year. You can't say that I am a Hong Kong City person, right?"

"You can say that you are the wife of a man from Gangcheng." Someone suddenly shouted from the audience.

This made everyone laugh, and Yue Ning also laughed: "Correction, it's future wife. When I get married, Qiao Junxian and I will be 'foreign daughter-in-law and local husband', and I will still be the outsider."

The audience laughed even louder. Yue Ning smiled and said, "'When I hear the song of breaking willows tonight, who would not be nostalgic for his hometown?' It is human nature to be attached to one's hometown. I really hope that China and my hometown will be better from the bottom of my heart. This is the most simple emotion of human beings and has nothing to do with political inclination. The second fact I mentioned is that the reform and opening up of the mainland will bring huge business opportunities to Hong Kong City, and Hong Kong City will become more prosperous as a result."

At this time, the audience began to get noisy. Yue Ning motioned for everyone to be quiet with both hands. She said, "We would like to invite Zhao Jiaying, a sophomore student majoring in accounting, to introduce our team's recent research."

Zhao Jiaying took a map and went on stage. After Yue Ning and she hung up the map of China, Yue Ning walked off the stage.

Zhao Jiaying glanced at the audience, took a deep breath, and stepped forward. She was wearing a black suit jacket and a white shirt, and she looked taller and more capable than usual.

"Good afternoon, teachers and students." Zhao Jiaying stood in front of the microphone. "I am Zhao Jiaying. I am honored to report our recent research results on behalf of our team. Our theme today is "Two-way Opportunities between Mainland Reform and Opening-up and Hong Kong Economy."

She opened the folder in her hand and looked up at the audience: "First, let me read you a set of data: In 1979, the per capita GDP of mainland China was less than 300 US dollars, even less than half of the level of the Philippines at the same time. However, the mainland has a population of one billion. What does this mean? Even if each person only buys one pair of rubber shoes per year, that is a demand of 1 billion pairs; if each person spends an extra dollar per month on daily necessities, that is a market of 12 billion. Although the per capita GDP of the Philippines was twice as high during the same period, the total population was less than 50 million. In other words, the 'total volume' of the mainland market is 20 times that of the Philippines."

She turned and pointed to the port city on the map: "Look at our port city again. It has a population of 5 million and an area of ​​700 square kilometers. It has a free port policy, an independent customs zone status, and a financial network connecting China and the West. Now the question is: when a giant market with a population of 1 billion begins to open its doors, when it needs a middleman to connect international rules, technology, and capital, who is most likely to become this middleman?"

Zhao Jiaying looked at the map and said, "The answer may lie in our geographical location. Hong Kong is located on the east bank of the Pearl River Estuary and is a natural port connecting Southeast Asia and the mainland. In 1979, the mainland's foreign trade dependence was less than 10%, and 80% of re-export trade had to be completed through Hong Kong. Why? Because the mainland has not yet learned to 'swim', while Hong Kong has long been a 'tide rider'."

She walked back to the podium, turned the page, and looked up to continue, "Last week, we interviewed 27 mainland exhibitors at the Guangdong City Trade Fair. 22 of them said that the biggest obstacle they encountered was not product quality, but the inability to communicate with international buyers. Product manuals had to be translated into English, quality certification had to meet international standards, and even how to negotiate prices had to be learned from scratch. How should this business be done?"

The audience began to whisper. Zhao Jiaying smiled and said, "We found that companies need translation services, international certification consulting, and customs declaration and inspection guidance. These are technical jobs, but the mainland is currently short of professional talents. What about Hong Kong? Our English literacy rate is extremely high. We have law firms with a century of experience, globally recognized accounting firms, and internationally certified classification societies. These are complementary advantages. The mainland has a market potential of 1 billion people, and Hong Kong has the advantage of connecting to the world. When mainland factories need to sell toys to the United States, when mainland factories need to introduce German machinery and equipment, Hong Kong is the translator, guarantor, and middleman. We help mainland companies get international orders and help foreign capital find investment opportunities. Hong Kong's re-export trade, financial services, shipping logistics..."

The speech was broadcasted on HTV's financial channel, and HTV also invited guests to comment. Regardless of the guests' opinions, the fact that a few college students could write such a research report really shows their ability. When the guests were discussing, a white-haired old man said calmly: "Do you think there are more opportunities in Hong Kong, which has a population of one billion, or in Australia, which has 50 million kangaroos? In my opinion, people who immigrate today will regret it in ten or twenty years."

The old man's words triggered a new round of discussion.

Yue Ning never thought about convincing anyone, she chose to disclose the truth to avoid misunderstanding. As for future developments, time will give the answer.

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"Hahaha! 'Foreign daughter-in-law and local husband'?" Qiao Junshen, who had just returned from his honeymoon, pointed at Yue Ning and Qiao Junxian and laughed.

Ye Yingyi went over and knocked on her son's head: "What's so funny? Your father and I are still 'outside daughter-in-law and outsider husband'."

Qiao Junshen looked up at her mother with an aggrieved look on her face: "I just think it's very interesting!"

"It's time for dinner." The old lady came over to greet the children.

"I'll go call Grandma." Yue Ning got up from the sofa and ran to the garden, shouting, "Grandma, Junjun, it's time for dinner."

Junjun, Dahei and Xiaole ran over together. The two dogs arrived first, and Yue Ning rubbed their heads.

Junjun ran over, and Yue Ning held his little hand, waiting for the old lady.

My eldest sister-in-law is studying at Ning Xiaochu. The other people in my great-grandfather's family have gone back early due to something. My eldest cousin has also gone to the Guangdong Autumn Fair. The old lady of the Qiao family stayed to accompany her granddaughter-in-law and great-grandson.

The old lady came over and everyone went into the house together.

After Yue Ning and Jun Jun washed their hands, they came over and sat down. Although Yue Ning was a chef, Mrs. Qiao never let her into the kitchen unless she was interested in showing off her skills. However, the old lady was very careful about the dishes she liked. Although Yue Ning was from Yuecheng, she grew up in the northwest and liked spicy food, which was different from the sour and spicy food that Ye Yingyi liked.

On the table that day there was a dish of braised pomfret with chili peppers, a homely recipe that was especially to Yue Ning's liking.

Yue Ning took two bites. Qiao Qiming asked about the situation of the autumn trade fair. Yue Ning specifically mentioned his eldest cousin: "My eldest cousin is good at English and German. He is really amazing!"

Old Mrs. Qiao looked at the eldest old lady and said, "Your great grandmother studied in Germany when she was young. She was the one who taught your eldest brother German."

"No wonder!" Yue Ning said, "My elder brother was noticed by the leader and has been working as a translator at the Shanghai Machinery booth these days."

"Huiyi, are you not in good spirits?" Ye Yingyi asked Cui Huiyi.

Cui Huiyi looked up: "Maybe it's because of the jet lag?"

Ye Yingyi said: "Have a good sleep in the afternoon."

"I'm going to the company in the afternoon. I've made an appointment with Ningning, and she'll help me try new flavors. She has to study now and her time is tight." Cui Huiyi said.

Qiao Junshen said: "I'll go with you."

Cui Huiyi glanced at him and said, "No, I'll take Ningning's car."

After dinner, Old Lady Qiao called Ye Yingyi to her side and gave her some instructions. Ye Yingyi walked to the door and said to Yue Ning and Cui Huiyi who were about to get in the car, "Huiyi, your grandmother reminded me that I was particularly prone to sleepiness when I was pregnant with Jun Shen and Jun Xian."

Cui Huiyi quickly shook her head: "Mom, no, it's really not."

Ye Yingyi was also a little embarrassed: "I don't mean to rush you, it's just that your grandma..."

"I know, I know. You and grandma know that my mother passed away early. I don't mind that some things are not told to you. Just tell me what you want to say." Cui Huiyi said.

"Go, and come back early." Ye Yingyi said.

This was the first time she became a mother-in-law. She was usually busy outside and not as attentive as the old lady. It was the old lady who reminded her just now that Huiyi might be pregnant.

Yue Ning got in the driver's seat, waved goodbye to Ye Yingyi, and drove out of Qiao Garden. She glanced at Cui Huiyi and teased, "Sister Huiyi, you and your brother are going out for a honeymoon, why do you look like you are 'taking yin to replenish yang'? You are listless, but your brother is radiant?"

When Cui Huiyi heard this, she sat up straight and looked at Yue Ning resentfully: "It's all because of you."

"Me?" Yue Ning was puzzled. "What does it have to do with me? I was busy in Yuecheng when you were on your honeymoon. We are halfway around the world!"

"Your idea is terrible." Cui Huiyi said unhappily, "Your brother asked me again if I have liked him for a long time. I will do as you said and praise him ruthlessly, making him unique in the world."

"How is he?" Yue Ning asked.

"He laughed so hard that an apple could fit in his mouth, he was so excited. Now, he makes me repeat those words every day, and then he tortures me after hearing them." Cui Huiyi leaned back in her chair, feeling hopeless, "Why did I find such a man?"

Yue Ning breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Fortunately, Junxian is not like my brother, and he is not that thick-skinned."

Cui Huiyi opened her eyes and looked at her, then laughed, "Just wait, he just needs time to adapt."