Chapter 16441646【King Nie Ren】
That evening, Xiang Nan attended the welcome reception hosted by the city government for him.
Celebrities in the political, business and academic circles of Shanghai and Jiangsu, ambassadors and counselors from various countries, etc., gathered together to cleanse Xiang Nan''s reputation.
"Mr. Xu, let me introduce to you, this is the French Ambassador Mr. Jean Bader, this is the American Ambassador Mr. Bill Smith, and this is the British Ambassador Simon Anderson..." Wu Tiecheng, Mayor of Shanghai, introduced them one by one. .
Xiang Nan shook hands with them one by one.
The ambassadors were also very polite to him.
?Although Xiang Nan has little power, he is well-known in the academic and literary circles, enough to be respected by others.
?Furthermore, these ambassadors also hope that Xiang Nan can go to their countries to give lectures and do scientific research. The rise of the two industrial revolutions in European and American countries made them all realize that "science and technology are the primary productive forces".
Xiang Nanzheng possesses the most advanced scientific knowledge and is one of the top figures in the academic world, no less than Einstein who introduced the theory of relativity.
?Genius scientists like this are of course the target of competition among all countries.
Therefore, ambassadors from various countries also extended olive branches to Xiang Nan.
?However, although Xiang Nan had already decided to go to the United States, he did not express his position on the spot.
…
??While drinking and talking, Xiang Nan heard a familiar voice, "Mr. Xu~"
??Looking at the sound, it was Chen Hanlin.
?This made him a little surprised.
“Hey, Hanlin, why are you here?” he asked curiously.
?The last time he met Chen Hanlin was before he went to Huangpu Military Academy. Thinking about it now, nearly six years have passed.
"After I was admitted to the Huangpu Military Academy in 2026, I was incorporated into the Northern Expeditionary Army in the second year. Because of my bravery and military exploits, I was re-employed. I am currently the deputy director of the Hujiang Garrison Headquarters. Tonight''s cocktail party, I am responsible for leading the team to maintain security," Chen Hanlin said with a smile.
Xiang Nan nodded after hearing this.
He knew that because Jiang had served as the principal of Huangpu Military Academy, all graduates of Huangpu would be highly regarded and known as direct line or central department.
??Chen Hanlin was admitted to the Whampoa Military Academy and was the so-called "Emperor''s Disciple". His climbing speed was naturally relatively fast. Therefore, at a young age, he can serve as the deputy director of the Garrison Command.
"Congratulations, you finally got what you wanted. You can join the army and protect your home and country." Xiang Nan said with a smile.
“Actually, I would rather go to the front than stay in Hujiang.” Chen Hanlin waved his hand.
??Although the Hujiang River is prosperous, there is feasting and entertainment, and people are intoxicated. As a deputy director, he also holds great power, and many people respect him. But he is still willing to go to the front line to fight, rather than stay in the rear and enjoy the blessings.
“Actually, Hujiang is not simple either.” Xiang Nan said with a smile, “It is the most economically prosperous city in the country, and its public security is also crucial.”
“Yeah.” Chen Hanlin nodded.
Hujiang is both an economic center and an industrial center, accounting for about one-twentieth of the country''s tax revenue. Moreover, forces here are intertwined, struggles continue, and the security situation is still very serious.
"By the way, Hanlin, I have an old classmate who was arrested by your security headquarters. I want to ask about him." Xiang Nan said with a smile again.
“Okay, you ask.” Chen Hanlin nodded.
"His name is Lu Qiubai, and he is a columnist." Xiang Nan asked for advice.
"Oh, I know him. He was arrested last year and is still in jail now." Chen Hanlin nodded. "The higher-ups hope he can reveal his accomplices. But he is a tough guy and has not let go until now."
"Hanlin, can you help me? I want to rescue him." Xiang Nan asked again. "This..." Chen Hanlin hesitated for a moment, and then said apologetically, "Mr. Xu, I''m sorry. Lu Qiubai has a close relationship with the Red Party and is a key target of prisoners. It is not my decision to release him. I’m afraid Mayor Wu will have to give the order personally.”
Xiang Nan frowned, not expecting this matter to be so difficult.
"Okay, then I''ll talk to Mayor Wu." He nodded, "Hanlin, please take more care of him."
"That''s no problem." Chen Hanlin agreed. "To be honest, I agree with many of the views in his article. It''s a pity that everyone has his own master now."
“Thank you very much.” Xiang Nan said with cupped hands.
…
After chatting with Chen Hanlin, Xiang Nan was about to find Wu Tiecheng.
Unexpectedly, it was said that Cao Cao had arrived.
At this moment, Wu Tiecheng brought an old man with graceful bearing and extraordinary aura, and took the initiative to approach Xiang Nan. "Mr. Xu, let me introduce to you. This is Mr. Nie, the king of domestic products-Nie Renwang. "
“Mr. Xu, nice to meet you.” King Nie Ren stretched out his hand and said with a smile.
"Hello, Mr. Nie, I have heard about your deeds. You advocate the use of domestic products and develop national industries. I agree with this concept." Xiang Nan said with a smile.
“Mr. Xu is also a member of my generation.” King Nie was really happy when he heard this.
"It''s a pity that our country is lagging behind in science and technology, and all technologies are controlled by foreigners. There is also an extremely lack of relevant talents, and it is beyond our ability to develop national industries." King Nie Renwang said with a face full of ambitions, "It is really disappointing. It’s hard for me to achieve my ambition.”
“Hey, Nie Weng, Mr. Xu is a top talent in this field.” Wu Tiecheng smiled and said, “Why don’t you worship the Stove King and the Mountain God instead of looking far away from the near?”
"Yes, Mr. Xu, I wonder if you would like to come to our company. I promise to give you the best treatment." Upon hearing this, King Nie Ren immediately looked at Xiang Nan and smiled.
Xiang Nan smiled slightly and was about to say something.
?At this time, there was a commotion at the door, and then Feng Jingyao walked in with Ding Li and Feng Chengcheng.
“Why is he here?” King Nie murmured in a low voice when he saw him.
●Today’s welcome reception was hosted by the Hujiang City Hall of the National Government.
?? King Nie Ren was a businessman from Jiangsu and Zhejiang and a die-hard financier of the National Government, so Wu Tiecheng diligently introduced Xiang Nan to get to know him.
?Feng Jingyao was his mortal enemy, so when hosting this cocktail party, no invitation was sent to him at all. Unexpectedly, Feng Jingyao became an uninvited guest.
“Awen, I wanted to take you here with me, but I didn’t expect you to have arrived early.” When Feng Jingyao saw Xiang Nan, he immediately came over with Feng Chengcheng and Ding Li.
“Boss Feng, do you know Mr. Xu?” Wu Tiecheng asked suspiciously upon seeing this.
"That''s natural. Awen is my daughter''s boyfriend, and I am Feng''s prospective son-in-law." Feng Jingyao said with a slight smile, his words full of pride.
Hearing what he said, Wu Tiecheng and King Nie couldn''t help but be stunned.
“Dad~” Feng Chengcheng was a little embarrassed.
Xiang Nan glanced at Feng Jingyao and was very dissatisfied with him for taking matters into his own hands and disclosing his relationship with Feng Chengcheng without permission.
?But at this moment, he couldn''t deny it, so he had to smile and said, "You guys talk first, Cheng Cheng, let''s go dance."
“Okay.” Feng Chengcheng nodded, entered the dance floor with Xiang Nan, and started dancing.
(End of this chapter)