Chapter 408 Val (4)

"It's too much trouble to come here." Jiang Ningyue complained, "It's better to take a boat."

"It takes more than half a month to take the ship."

"That's better than being unable to move."

Jiang Ningyue felt aches all over. This was business class. If it were economy class... it would be unimaginable.

Only an iron man can persevere.

Fortunately, it wasn’t a budget airline.

If you take a budget airline with seats that are almost like those on a bus, and you sit there for 24 hours straight, your legs will probably be swollen when you stand up again.

"When I was in college, there was a classmate from New Zealand. Sometimes she couldn't get a sleeper berth, so she took a hard seat home. Guess how long it took?"

"for how long?"

"39 hours."

“…”

Jiang Ningyue couldn't find words to describe her feelings, "Iron Man!"

"yes!"

Zhao Jing also laughed and said, "He said that once he sat for too long and his feet became swollen."

"sky."

Jiang Ningyue felt much better, so she said, "You don't have to worry about me anymore. Go back to your room and change your clothes."

"I'll change from your living room."

Jiang Ningyue's level naturally means she has her own room, and it's a suite with a living room.

But Zhao Jing has to share a room with others.

"OK."

Jiang Ningyue said casually.

Zhao Jing left the living room, and Jiang Ningyue closed the door. She changed into a bulletproof vest, a high-necked white cashmere sweater, and slim-fit jeans, then took out leather boots from her suitcase. It was still early, so Jiang Ningyue didn't rush to change.

As for the pistol—

Jiang Ningyue hesitated for a moment, but still put it in the suitcase.

Although this pistol has been registered, Jiang Ningyue still does not plan to bring it with her to the banquet at the Presidential Palace.

Forget it, I'll just put it in the system inventory.

Not long after, Zhao Jing walked back into the room and helped Jiang Ningyue change into disposable sheets and quilt covers.

Seeing that the time was almost up, the two went downstairs and went to the Presidential Palace with the delegation to attend the banquet.

The hotel is very close to the Presidential Palace. Just walk two blocks and turn right.

However, instead of walking, the crowd continued to take the bus.

When everyone arrived at the presidential palace, the President of Wal was already waiting there.

President Pullman of the Republic of Valais has a very handsome Latin American appearance, a mix of Indian and European white ancestry. He wears glasses and has a gentle demeanor.

During the dinner, he didn't eat much, but instead kept talking about the changes in the Val Republic over the years and its future plans. Although the Val Republic was a chaotic and poor country before, he believed that under his leadership, the Val Republic would definitely become prosperous and strong.

Pullman also promised that as long as they invested in the Val Republic, he would provide the most favorable policies and treatment. In the following days, he also invited everyone to visit several industrial zones planned by Val.

The next morning, the delegation members boarded two buses and headed for the emerging industrial park in the capital of the Republic of Vale.

On the way, Jiang Ningyue stared at the scenery outside.

Unlike the somewhat desolate Africa, the capital of the Republic of Valais is still full of "exotic charm," that is, a clear European colonial style. However, the streets of the capital, Penelope, are very narrow, and both sides are either full of parked cars or many small vendors setting up stalls.

The vehicle was driving very slowly, and although the destination was not far away, it took a long time to drive.

Before departure, everyone had exchanged local currency. After visiting the industrial area, everyone was free to move around and return to the commercial district in the city center for shopping.

The current exchange rate between the Val Republic and the Chinese Yuan is 1:1. Of course, this is the official rate; the black market rate is 1.5:1. In other words, 100 Chinese Yuan can be exchanged for 150 Val Republic coins.

The local average monthly income is around 1,000 vars, so ordinary food and fruit are relatively cheap. However, prices for high-end goods start to soar.

For example, a can of Coke that sells for 3 yuan in China sells for 6 yuan here.

Simply put, imported products are more expensive than domestic products, and local products are cheaper than domestic products.

On the bus, the assistant part-time tour guide was introducing the situation in their country, such as the War of Independence, Che Guevara, and the "crystal" produced locally.

Although it is the capital, there is no subway. Because the capital is located on the mountain, the main means of transportation is the 'cable car'.

After arriving at the first industrial zone, everyone got off the bus one by one and began to follow the person in charge for a tour.

The person in charge introduced the industries in the industrial zone and which companies they were negotiating with.

Jiang Ningyue just listened for fun, after all, it had nothing to do with her.

At noon, everyone had a meal at the invitation of the person in charge, and then had free time in the afternoon.

The person in charge of the industrial park said with a smile: "During the free time in the afternoon, we will introduce some local tour guides to everyone."

As they spoke, some men and women around 20 years old walked in from outside.

The person in charge continued, "These are all students from the Chinese Department of the local university. If you need them, you can hire them for 200 Vale."

It still costs money.

Many people were stunned. This is too narrow-minded.

However, 200 yuan was nothing to the business tycoons present, and they all generously paid for a local tour guide.

Of course, most people would not be so extravagant as to hire a tour guide for themselves, but would rather find one together with people they have a good relationship with.

When Jiang Ningyue was considering whether to spend 200 as well, Agatha from the Presidential Palace came over and said that as the representative of China, the Presidential Palace would pay for Jiang Ningyue's expenses and send a driver and bodyguard to protect Jiang Ningyue's safety.

"Ginger, which one do you want?"

Jiang Ningyue picked a female student at random. To be honest, the looks of these female students at the scene were all above the passing line, and they had the feeling of Brazilian beauties.

She is tall, has slightly dark skin, wears glasses, and has two thick braids in her hair.

——Local women, especially Indian or mixed-race Indian women, like to wear long braids.

Seeing that Jiang Ningyue chose her, the female student was very happy. She subconsciously hugged her classmate, and then came to Jiang Ningyue with a little shyness in the envious eyes of her classmate.

"Hello, my Chinese name is Hongdou."

"red beans?"

Jiang Ningyue smiled and said, "Which red bean?"

"Red beans grow in the south, and a few branches sprout in spring. I hope you can pick more of them, as they are the most nostalgic." 'Red Bean' recited the ancient poem in broken Chinese in front of Jiang Ningyue.

"Okay. From now on, I'll speak Spanish and you'll speak Chinese." Jiang Ningyue said with a smile.

"Wow! Your Spanish is really good." Hongdou covered her mouth in surprise.

"Okay, let's go."

Jiang Ningyue smiled indifferently. Besides Zhao Jing, another woman from the International Development Agency also accompanied Jiang Ningyue. Including Hongdou and the driver, the five of them got into a commercial vehicle.

In the car, Jiang Ningyue asked, "Is your university tuition expensive?"

"Public universities are cheaper, around 7,000 yuan a year, but private universities are very expensive, ranging from 50,000 to 60,000 yuan."

"Fifty or sixty thousand?"

Jiang Ningyue was a little surprised, but also felt it made sense. "Even in the poorest places there are still rich people."

"Yes," Hongdou nodded. "However, our university has a partnership with Zhonghua. Students in the Chinese Department receive subsidies, and tuition is only one or two thousand a year. If you study hard, you can get scholarships and even make money. Also, whenever there are businessmen from Zhonghua, we can come and do translation to earn a living."