Chapter 615 The Last Princess Arrives (XIX)
"Your Highness, you are so great!"
"This research result will surely shock the whole world!"
"On behalf of the Dulang family, thank you for your contribution—"
After confirming that it was not an April Fool's joke and that the research was truly valuable, Leonard changed his previous nonchalant attitude.
He instantly became a little fan, following Gu Qingcheng closely, and praising her with all kinds of flattery.
Gu Qingcheng raised an eyebrow, "My contribution?"
Leonard's eyes flashed with discomfort, but he continued to smile, "Yes! Bill is right, you are indeed the magical princess from the mysterious East!"
"Your Highness, your arrival is truly the best gift for our Dulang family!"
Gu Qingcheng repeated, "Gift?"
Leonard tried to maintain that ingratiating smile.
But, slowly, slowly, he was defeated by Gu Qingcheng's half-smile.
Leonard discovered that this princess from an ignorant and backward dynasty did not seem so easy to deceive.
Her breathtakingly beautiful eyes were full of wisdom, as if they knew everything.
Although Leonard still had a glimmer of hope in his heart: Maybe she was just bluffing.
But reason told Leonard that this beautiful girl who was only eighteen years old but was willing to settle down and study in the workshop for two months should not be an ordinary girl.
Perhaps she really knows that there is such a thing as a "patent".
Sure enough, Gu Qingcheng said, "Mr. Du Lang, as far as I know, your country has amended its patent law a long time ago to allow foreigners to apply for patents in your country. Is that right?"
So, when it’s time to talk about money, talk about money, and don’t talk about other things.
Leonard smiled awkwardly, "Yes!"
It seems that his intuition was correct. The little princess in front of him was really different from what he had imagined.
She is smart, she is rational, she is sober, and she is not easy to fool! Most importantly, she is a genius! Leonard has already asked his engineers, and everyone said that Princess Qingcheng's research was completed independently.
The engineers only taught her some basic knowledge and did not participate in her research and development.
Therefore, all patents related to the new engine belong to Princess Qingcheng personally.
Of course, Princess Qingcheng is a foreigner and is unfamiliar with the country of Chou. The Dulang family, as the local tyrant, can use their power to suppress others.
But Leonard knew without the engineers' reminders that robbing by force was the stupidest approach.
Princess Qingcheng is a genius! Her talents are more than that!
Leonard didn't know that there is a saying in China called "killing the chicken to get the eggs", but the principles of the world are all understandable.
Only by becoming an ally with a true genius can you continuously obtain the benefits you want! So, after Leonard reported to the family, he negotiated with Gu Qingcheng on behalf of the family.
First of all, he showed enough sincerity and took the initiative to help Gu Qingcheng apply for a patent in the Ugly Country.
Purchase real estate, apply for patents, and hire professional elite lawyers.
After a series of operations, Gu Qingcheng successfully and quickly obtained the patent rights.
Immediately afterwards, Leonard reached a cooperation with Gu Qingcheng, and Gu Qingcheng invested in the company with patents and became one of the shareholders of Durand Aircraft Manufacturing Company.
Huoshui: ...This is Her Majesty the Queen, who always manages to break the deadlock in the shortest possible time.
With real estate, patents and shares, Gu Qingcheng began to study in the libraries of various universities in the Ugly Country.
Leonard provided assistance throughout the process and followed like a little follower.
Two months later, Gu Qingcheng did not disappoint Leonard's "expectations" and came up with a smelting method for special military steel.
Leonard: ...I was right. A genius is a genius.
Having once again confirmed the value of Princess Qingcheng, Leonard, oh no, to be precise, the Duran family behind Leonard, began to focus on "cultivating" her.
They hyped up Princess Qingcheng and reported extensively in newspapers about this last imperial princess from the mysterious East.
Many universities have invited Princess Qingcheng to give speeches.
Princess Qingcheng's fluent English, profound knowledge, young age, and her stunning beauty have made her a "star" in the Ugly Country.
Gu Qingcheng shines brightly in the Ugly Country.
When the news reached the country, everyone, including the last emperor, was shocked.
"Do foreigners think so highly of the princess of China?"
"Foreigners are not that arrogant. Even a princess of the last dynasty can be treated so well!"
Obviously, many people misunderstood Gu Qingcheng's "achievements" before they were clearly reported.
The last emperor, in particular, was very regretful.
"If I had known that foreigners were so fond of the Celestial Empire's royal family, I should have gone abroad too!"
But he forgot that, not to mention going abroad, even in Tianjin, he was treated with respect at first but rudely later by the foreigners.
What is respected is not an identity, but personal strength.
The last emperor could not think of these things, but it did not stop him from being envious and jealous.
The imperial tutor, who had been abroad before, twitched his eyes when he heard the last emperor's regret.
How could foreigners be so easily fooled? Although it was unknown what Princess Qingcheng had done in Ugly Country, her glory definitely came from more than just her status as a princess.
Strictly speaking, the Imperial Teacher never taught the Last Emperor.
He was the teacher of the late emperor.
In order to show respect, the last emperor continued to respect the imperial teacher as his teacher.
The imperial teacher didn't even live in the capital. It was only after he heard that the last emperor had been driven out of the palace that he personally ran to Tianjin to meet him.
The last emperor was very happy to see the imperial teacher, and wanted to get good advice on how to restore the country from the imperial teacher.
Imperial Master: ...Restore the country? Just relying on this group of old men and young people? Just relying on a naive emperor full of fantasies?
The imperial teacher even felt that the Princess Qingcheng who ran to the Ugly Country and caused such a commotion seemed more reliable.
"Alas, I am old! I am no longer the passionate young man I used to be."
Especially when seeing such a "naive" Last Emperor, the Imperial Teacher was completely disappointed.
He just said some nice words to appease the Last Emperor, and then like many old people and young men, he received some rewards from the Last Emperor and left.
The Last Emperor: ... I still need to find more capable people to help me restore the dynasty! After sending the imperial teacher away, the Last Emperor continued his method - befriending those in power, befriending foreigners, and seeking help.
The treasures he brought out from the palace were also consumed quickly like water.
…
"Your Highness, Mr. Coolidge invites you to dinner at his home."
That day, Leonard ran over excitedly and said to Gu Qingcheng.
"Mr. Coolidge?"
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
Gu Qingcheng was still polishing parts in her workshop.
When he heard Leonard's words, he was stunned for a moment.
Then, she seemed to have thought of something, and a strange light flashed in her eyes, "John Coolidge?"
Seeing Princess Qingcheng's sharpness, Leonard couldn't help but nod in admiration, "Yes, it's Mr. Kulich."
"He is very satisfied with the new aircraft produced by our Durand family. Hearing that you are a core researcher, he became even more curious."
This is the reality——
Gu Qingcheng has been in Chou Country as Princess Qingcheng for almost half a year. She has also been in the spotlight in the newspapers, but she has not received a more high-end reception.
Now, the engine she developed has been officially applied to the latest aircraft, and Mr. Kulich of the Ugly country suddenly seems to have discovered——
Wow, the last princess of the Celestial Empire has come to our ugly country.
According to etiquette, I should invite her to have dinner with us.
Perhaps there will be a state banquet.
“I am honored to be invited by Mr. Kulic.”
As a high-ranking official in the government, Gu Qingcheng has long had a "normal mind". Whether someone is rude at first and respectful later, or respectful at first and rude later, she will not care too much.
As I said, face is not given by others, but earned by yourself.
When you don't have enough strength, you really can't blame others for being snobbish.
Gu Qingcheng happily accepted the invitation and politely attended Kulichi's "family dinner".
A real family dinner.
She not only met Mr. Coolidge, who was famous for his silence, but also his wife and two sons.
Gu Qingcheng is graceful and elegant, maintaining her innate nobility.
The Kulich family was very curious about this young princess from the East.
Before meeting Gu Qingcheng, Kulichi knew that Princess Qingcheng was very young, only eighteen years old.
She also has unparalleled beauty.
When he actually saw the princess, he realized that she was so young and so beautiful! Most importantly, she was so talented! Of course, Kulich was in charge of government affairs.
Although he appeared to be very peaceful, he seemed to have a sense of "ruling by doing nothing".
But he is strong at heart.
He also knew very well what the latest model of battle girl meant to the Ugly Country.
The foreign princess in front of them was a rare talent for the Ugly Country.
"…Little Princess, are you interested in staying in the Ugly Country?"
"I am honored to receive your invitation, but, for now, I still want to return to my hometown."
“…”
After a brief silence, Kulic began to engage in some more homely chat.
Gu Qingcheng is the topic king.
No matter what we talk about, she can always keep the topic going and make it meaningful.
When Kulichi heard that Princess Qingcheng was still doing research in other areas, the light in his eyes flickered even more.
After dinner, Gu Qingcheng politely said goodbye.
Three days later, Gu Qingcheng received an official invitation.
And, I got a big surprise -
Kulich Medal? What is this? According to what Gu Qingcheng knew about the Ugly Country, there was no such thing as the Kulich Medal.
"That's right! Indeed, there isn't!"
"This is the latest proposal by Mr. Kulich!"
"And you are the first person to receive the Kulichi Medal, and you are a foreigner!"
Leonard was extremely excited.
This is a great honor.
And this honor belongs not only to Princess Qingcheng, but also to the Duran family.
Because Princess Qingcheng is an ally of the Dulang family, and she is also the one who was promoted to the "altar" by the Dulang family.
She received the highest honor, and it was also a great victory for the Duran family.
Gu Qingcheng: ...Well, it seems like this one is a bit too big.
(End of this chapter)
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