Otherworld Girl Development Guide

When masters clash, they often probe each other first, and then deliver a fatal blow!

After half an hour of dodges and pointless conversation with the diplomat from Shangqiu, Olivier finally decided to get down to business.

After all, the Rebonian Empire was at a diplomatic disadvantage in this regard. As a newly emerging power on the continent, Shangqiu was completely unknown to the Empire; while the Empire, as an established power on the continent, had a lot of intelligence and information about it, which the Bel Kingdom possessed.

This would cause the Rebonian Empire to have doubts and misunderstandings about Shangqiu. Even if the empire is a powerful country with the strongest military on the continent, it does not want to create an enemy out of thin air because of misunderstandings.

Therefore, communication is an essential way to understand each other.

"Seeing such a prosperous Shangqiu, I wonder what it's like in the Abyss Sea?" Olivier consciously controlled himself from reciting any cheesy love lines. If he did something stupid now, Mura would definitely kill him, absolutely!

"The Abyss Sea, it's not a beautiful place, but we've established ourselves there through our own efforts and are continuing to develop its resources. Mr. Olivier will see them at the upcoming banquet."

When hosting guests, you have to bring out some good food for them to try, such as boiled fish, pickled fish, fish head with chopped chili peppers, etc., to promote the fish from the Abyss Sea to the Empire.

Food diplomacy is simple and practical. The empire must also have a demand for delicious fish. No matter how powerful a country is, it cannot do without food, clothing, shelter and transportation, and food is the most important!

"A special kind of sea fish? That's so exciting!"

Mura: ? ? ?

How did the conversation turn to Abyss Sea cuisine?

Next, Olivier and the diplomat began exchanging their respective demands, ... blah blah (omitting ten thousand words).

The two began a conversation between the riddle solvers.

The main concern of the Rebonian Empire is: with the Shangqiu people expanding in the direction the Empire desires, will there be a conflict of interest between them? Or will they interfere with the Empire's relations with Krobel and the Bel Kingdom?

Shangqiu's response was that road construction was a necessary condition for development. The people of Shangqiu are also human beings and have the right to develop outwards. This is a core interest of Shangqiu. As long as the core interest is not touched, everything can be discussed!

As for the concerns of the Empire, Shangqiu stated that they were there to do business and had no energy to deal with so many trivial matters. They would absolutely not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries, while subtly expressing their desire to do business with the Empire.

Imperial Olivier said that it was not something he could decide, but it was very feasible. After all, it was business to exchange goods and services, and no one would be an enemy of Mira.

In summary: The Rebonian Empire and Shangqiu had a cordial and friendly conversation (a brief encounter). Shangqiu appreciated the Empire's visit (agreeing with some aspects), and both sides agreed on the principle of mutual respect (not entirely agreeing, but it was not the right time to offer suggestions).

The two sides had a frank conversation (a lot was said, but no agreement was reached), and the good news is that they exchanged views fully (each side said its own thing, but no preliminary agreement was reached).

After an initial exchange of views, or rather, after considering the core interests that were absolutely non-negotiable, Olivier stood up and bowed slightly:

"This has been a very pleasant meeting. We hope that you can choose a suitable time to come to the Empire and have a formal meeting with us."

"On this point, I think we have reached a consensus: to seek common ground while reserving differences. Shangqiu hopes to cooperate with the Empire in many ways."

Olivier smiled and said, "Our empire has the only military academy on the continent, the Thors Military Academy, which is the pride of the empire. We hope to have military exchanges with Shangqiu."

Shangqiu's Waijiao Rabbit pushed up his glasses, a slight smile playing on his lips, his expression gradually hardening: "Then we also welcome officers from the Empire to Shangqiu for exchanges."

Meanwhile, the Shangqiu temporary passenger port.

Following the strategic cooperation between Shangqiu and the Kingdom of Bel, sea passenger and commercial shipping routes were opened here.

However, because no diplomatic relations were established with the Rebonian Empire and the Republic of Calva, sea routes were not opened.

At the port dock, Wuxiang, wearing a scarf, stepped off the passenger ship, her almond-shaped eyes scanning the bustling crowds around her.

Merchants from the Kingdom of Bel, the Rebonian Empire, the Republic of Calva, and other duchies... including people from all over the continent—it's true that whenever there's a chance to make money, the first to rush in are always the merchants.

"Director Kirika, that ship is too big..." Kirika's attendant stared wide-eyed at a huge oil tanker docked at the cargo terminal not far away.

It's huge! Just the sight of it docking at the pier is like a small mountain. I'm afraid only a ship this big could pass through the Abyss Sea smoothly!

"This is not the Republic of Kalva. Call me Wuxiang."

Kirika also saw the oil tanker, but she didn't see any orthogonal turrets or anything that looked like weapons on it. In terms of function, it was a civilian vessel.

Wu Xiang wasn't surprised that the people of Shangqiu had strong shipbuilding capabilities. After all, in a place like the Abyss Sea, without sufficient shipbuilding capabilities, they would have been eaten by sea monsters long ago.

On the oil tanker, numerous pipes were connected to the dock, suggesting that the tanker was unloading some kind of liquid cargo.

Behind the port area, a large number of machines of unknown purpose stood on the shore, and slogans for petrochemicals, oil, and offshore oil could be vaguely seen. Every now and then, pillars of fire shot into the sky. Here, Wuxiang seemed to see the shadow of the industrial center of the Rebonian Empire.

"Let's go, let's explore this amazing city first..."

After saying that, Wuxiang took a deep look at the huge oil tanker and followed the crowd toward the immigration office. Civilian ships can only be built this big, so what about military ships?!

The fact that no large warships have been found in Shangqiu Port so far has relieved the Republic of Calva, but it has also made them feel threatened.

Wuxiang's main purpose in coming here this time is to talk about the customs and traditions of Shangqiu.

"Aren't we here to make contact with Shangqiu?" The subordinate followed Wuxiang with a puzzled look. Shouldn't they be going to the Shangqiu officials to identify themselves right now?

"Let's take a look first, and while we're at it, let's buy some Pechoin." Wuxiang smoothed her long, straight black hair.

"Uh..."

He knew about Pechoin, a best-selling product in the Republic of Calva. After all, cosmetics made with modern technology were a game-changer for women in the Republic of Calva.

Face masks, foundation, toner, eye cream... and lipstick!

Putting aside other things, the women of the Republic of Calva have already developed a favorable impression of Shangqiu... and they very much hope that the Republic of Calva can open up channels with Shangqiu so that they can purchase more high-end cosmetics from Shangqiu.

Chapter 25 Agricultural Kingpin

After the G001 Friendship train came to a stop, the diplomatic delegation and their entourage disembarked one by one and walked out of the high-speed rail station under the guidance of the Bel Kingdom personnel.

The service staff at the high-speed rail station have all undergone special training by the rabbit (the company's founder). Every single one of them is a citizen of the kingdom with higher education. After all, the high-speed rail is technologically advanced, and you really can't get by without sufficient knowledge.

The kingdom welcomes this, seeing it as a way to cultivate talent for the kingdom.

Guided by the waiter, Zhou Mingrui led the two little girls out of the high-speed rail station, which featured a marble-style design characteristic of the Bel Kingdom.

As he stepped out of the high-speed rail station, he heard the kingdom's distinctive music playing. Queen Estée and Princess Corliss, dressed in their finest attire, were welcoming the diplomatic delegation from Shangqiu.

Yuri remained standing behind the Queen, serving as a dutiful guard.

The square was surrounded by people holding flowers, and a band played the unique folk music of the Kingdom of Bel.

Newspapers from home and abroad are taking pictures with their orthogonal cameras. This is a historic event: the forces from the Abyss Sea are establishing diplomatic relations with the isolationist Kingdom of Bel.

However, it's clear that there's no media outlet like the BBC here that likes to add filters, so the reporting will be more fair and objective.

Zhou Mingrui consciously stood in the most inconspicuous position in the diplomatic team, becoming a nobody. After all, he was just there to be a "tool" and take the kids for a stroll. The real protagonists were the big shots.

Suddenly, Zhou Mingrui felt someone watching him. Following the gaze, he saw Princess Corliss smiling and nodding at him. Zhou Mingrui blinked in response, then noticed that Corliss's hair seemed a little longer, and couldn't help but imagine that Princess Corliss had the same hairstyle as Queen Estée...

Bell and Tio hid behind Zhou Mingrui, squinting at Princess Corliss with thoughtful eyes. Then the two kittens looked at each other, as if they had reached some kind of consensus.

"Welcome to our guests who have traveled from afar to visit Rice. May our friendship last forever!"

After Queen Estelle set the tone for the visit, the welcoming ceremony began.

As this was Shangqiu's first official diplomatic visit to the Kingdom of Bel, Queen Estée was clearly very well prepared, demonstrating the Kingdom of Bel's proper diplomatic etiquette.

On both sides of the square, the honor guard wore dark green military uniforms with rolled-up sleeves revealing red cuffs, and carried ornate ceremonial swords. Golden ribbons secured red shawls to their shoulders.

Every soldier stood ramrod straight, wearing a soft cap with a white bird feather tucked into the brim—the tail feather of the national bird of the Bel Kingdom, symbolizing good fortune.

"Chirp~ Chirp~"

In the sky, flocks of white national birds, led by a familiar white bird, circled above the square, emitting cheerful calls.

"Chuli?" Zhou Mingrui finally recognized the leader bird; it was Princess Corliss's bird. He hadn't expected it to be a bird "leader"...

Zhou Mingrui observed the architectural style of Rice and concluded that it was probably influenced by the Rice Workshop's orienteering technology. The buildings on both sides of the road were all in a modern style, and the shadow of orienteering technology could be seen everywhere, which fully demonstrated the impact of technology on life.

The streetlights are installed along both sides of the road, and the city's green coverage is much higher than India's. This is truly embarrassing on another planet.

Rice gave Zhou Mingrui the feeling of a leap forward in human society from World War I to World War II, with people's lives changing rapidly under the impetus of technology.

After Queen Estée received the diplomatic delegation, the two sides posed for a photo, which will surely be the headline of tomorrow's newspapers.

Guided by their attendants, the members of the diplomatic corps got into their cars and headed toward a royal sanatorium not far from the Rice Workshop, where the diplomatic corps would be staying during this period.

As the convoy drove along the narrow roads, Zhou Mingrui observed the local customs and culture of Rice.

Compared to the high-rise buildings of Shangqiu, Zhou Mingrui found the unique architecture of Rice very interesting. Some houses were shaped like bowls upside down on the ground, and all the houses had reddish-brown roofs.

Other houses are low, square buildings with the same brownish-red roofs.

The pace of life here is faster than in the royal capital, Grand, but it doesn't have the same sense of urgency as modern society.

The convoy quickly drove out of the city of Rice. On the endless golden plains, vast and boundless, a few white clouds drifted slowly in the azure sky.

Sunlight streamed into the golden fields, and a gentle breeze rustled the golden crops as they swayed in the wind.

Looking at the beautiful rural scenery before him, Zhou Mingrui felt a sense of peace.

Twenty minutes later, the convoy arrived at the royal health resort.

After getting off the bus, Zhou Mingrui saw rows of unique wooden villas, as well as what appeared to be an open-air hot spring. A small river also flowed by in the distance.

"This is a great place, let's relax and have some fun!"

The two little girls couldn't help but squint their amber eyes, leaning against Zhou Mingrui like lazy cats in the sunlight.

Compared to Zhou Mingrui's leisurely life, the diplomatic team had little time to enjoy themselves; they had heavy responsibilities.

They need to quickly organize the information they have and prepare for comprehensive cooperation and negotiations with the Kingdom of Bel.

The first thing we can't avoid is food; people always need to eat.

When it comes to farming and growing vegetables, he's an expert, not to mention he has the trump card of hybrid rice.

The Kingdom of Bel currently has enough food due to its population problem, but the large number of people stranded in rural areas will undoubtedly affect the industrialization process of the entire Kingdom of Bel. Industrialization also requires people!

Using rabbits' modern agricultural and livestock technologies to drive the development of agriculture and animal husbandry in the Kingdom of Bel and vigorously promote the industrialization process of the Kingdom of Bel is entirely in the rabbits' interest.

In Mingruixing, it would take a lot of time for the rabbit to develop its own industrial support system. Supporting an assistant is the fastest way.

Whether the parts are produced using orthogonal force or machined, as long as they meet the quality standards, they can be used; if the Rebonian Empire and the Kalva Republic were willing, the rabbit would even like them to provide industrial support...

The foundation of all this is agricultural mechanization. Don't underestimate those agricultural machines. Some may look unremarkable, but they are not cheap, and the technology involved is not simple!

How many countries on Earth have achieved agricultural and livestock mechanization?!

The rabbits are forcing the kingdom's agricultural technology to advance, and the kingdom's society will change accordingly, propelling the kingdom forward.

In Africa, large farms contracted by rabbits—those who know, know.

Chapter 26 Everything is Ready

The royal retreat was quite nice, with complete facilities. In particular, the kingdom's specialty cuisine was very appealing, even to the rabbits of the great food-loving empire, who became interested in the main ingredients of the dishes.