"Promoting the revaluation of Nagariel will greatly help our cooperation as well as our assistance to Nagariel in achieving industrial autonomy!"
In the heart of Bupen, Mr. Truman is chatting with the diplomat from the Nagariel United Kingdom, discussing the issue of promoting the revaluation of the Galil.
The two sat in the courtyard, where the ground was covered with lush green sod, each square foot costing as much as four Gafura soul fifty thousand five cents, just outside a low fence, was the bustling street.
Finding tranquility amidst the motion has its own charm.
Occasionally, people passing by would notice the two chatting on the lawn in the courtyard, some with slightly puzzled expressions. One of them seemed somewhat familiar to them, like they'd seen him somewhere before, but couldn't quite recall at the moment.
The busy life and work leave them little time to pause and reflect on things unrelated to work, so they are destined to leave with confusion, envy, and jealousy.
The sod costing several dollars per square foot... this is no ordinary luxury.
This sod will only stay here for about two or three months, and once its color deepens, the owner of the house will replace it.
There is at least a hundred square feet of lawn here, and the cost of replacing it is beyond the reach of many people. This is the reason for their envy and jealousy, but it is also the motivation that drives them to work harder.
Here, possessing wealth is possessing everything.
The two regarded as a spectacle on the lawn continued their conversation.
The diplomat from Nagariel held a coffee cup, stirring constantly with a spoon in the other hand, appearing somewhat absent-minded.
Ever since both parties exchanged national letters, Mr. Truman advocated for the revaluation of the Galil, but the diplomat and the United Kingdom Central Government's opinion was to temporarily set it aside. They always felt that the Federation people wouldn't be so kind.
From the perspective of the Nagariel people, this actually appears to be a good thing, as the revaluation of the Galil means that their money becomes more valuable—this reflection of currency appreciation would not be distinctly reflected in the domestic economic structure, but in foreign trade, especially in import trade, it's exceptionally significant.
For instance, currently if Nagariel people wish to import a product valued at one hundred Federation Sols, they need to pay ten thousand Galil, this is just an assumption.
In the case of currency revaluation, they might only need to pay eight thousand Galil to buy this product.
On the basis of no increase or decrease in the base of currency in circulation, they can spend less money and buy more things, which poses no disadvantage to Nagariel and its people.
They can buy more things with the same amount of money, which is precisely what they need most now if they want to develop more rapidly; economic support is indispensable.
But the problem is, everyone feels that the Federation people wouldn't be so kind as to help them. Throughout the negotiation of diplomatic relations this time, the diplomatic mission, Nagariel's Central Government, and the diplomat have seen through the Federation people thoroughly.
Many say Nagariel is a backward and barbaric country, but in their view, compared to the faces of the Federation's ruling class, they are the truly barbaric ones!
"Mr. Truman, I understand what you mean, I am also actively communicating with the home country..." The diplomat looked helpless, "I am just a diplomat, putting me in a difficult position has no value."
He spoke pitifully, appearing pitiful as well, but everyone clearly knows the true situation, this is merely a conventional "idle chat."
Mr. Truman smiled, pinched his mouth, removed his sunglasses and played with them for a bit, then put them back on, "During your time in the Federation, how have you found it here?"
The sudden "idle chat" caught the diplomat from Nagariel a bit off guard, but those capable of becoming diplomats respond quickly. He set down his coffee cup and truly began to chat casually.
"Not bad, indeed life here is very rich, more interesting than life in Nagariel, but with advantages come disadvantages, people here value money too highly, and also regard power too importantly, which causes them to be lost in the desires for money and power."
"In this respect, it's unlike Nagariel, we have a steadfast faith, even money and power cannot shake the faith of the Nagariel people. We may be poor, but we are spiritually rich!"
The diplomat also mentioned the phrase he had just learned, "This is also a term I learned recently, 'spiritual wealth', previously I didn't know how to express this, but now I know, 'spiritual wealth', it describes it accurately."
"We are materially poor, but spiritually rich!"
This was the most appropriate explanation he could find. He couldn't brazenly say that Nagariel is richer or equally rich compared to the Federation, nor could he say that Nagariel people simply enjoy being poor, so he offset the lack of material wealth with spiritual richness, earning some dignity for himself and his country.
Mr. Truman smiled at him, "You are a competent diplomat, you are very honest and humorous..." Both knew what his so-called "humor" represented.
"The Federation possesses the world's most advanced science and technology. In the realm of scientific frontiers, we are leading the world. This also means we can create more valuable wealth and provide people with better life enjoyment and experience."
"Moreover, we also have a structure of free social relations. Everything is free, including elections..."
Mr. Truman is a skilled speaker, and the diplomats couldn't refute his points, merely nodding continuously to cooperate with him.
After he said a few sentences, there was a sudden turn, "Have you thought about settling here?"
The diplomat from Nagariel tilted his body and almost fell off the chair. He hurriedly bent down to adjust his pants to cover up his earlier embarrassment, "I am a Nagariel citizen, and still a diplomat, Mr. Truman, your question is insulting to my character. If you intend to discuss such topics with me, I believe we can end this conversation."
He was very firm in his stance, which was also very clear.
But Mr. Truman wasn't planning to let him go, "I've investigated you. You belong to a clan in the Central Government of Nagariel that barely qualifies as first-class. You didn't come here to confront us diplomatically; they only sent you as a scapegoat..."
The diplomat's personal background had long been thoroughly understood. He studied abroad in Gafura. These rulers of Nagariel are all extremely wealthy, willing to spend money for Preton to send them anywhere to study abroad.
Diplomats who returned after being influenced by imperialist indoctrination in Gafura weren't exactly welcomed back home; partly because some of his ideas conflicted with the mainstream ruling class of Nagariel.
Like improving the quality of the people, while this could enhance national strength, it might also provoke dangerous thoughts in some. Furthermore, the so-called powerful nation needs to pay a huge cost, which is beyond the capacity of any single clan or family. It requires all clans and rulers of Nagariel to come together.
But is this possible?
These people have been fighting for hundreds of years, struggles between political regimes, struggles between divine authorities, struggles between political regimes and divine authorities. It's not just empty talk; it's a cruel fight where the losers end up exterminated.
Having these people set aside prejudices and unite is simply impossible, which makes him an anomaly.
Ultimately, it's just too much imperialist indoctrination during his study abroad in Gafura. Of course, one might say he recognized the shortcomings of Nagariel, but overall he's not a favored member.
Being sent to the Federation this time is basically to throw this guy who dreams of impossible things to fend for himself.
If he does well, he wouldn't be praised.
If he doesn't, it's just an opportunity to blame him, a two-fold gain.
"I've heard some anecdotes about your time studying at Gafura Royal University…", as Mr. Truman spoke these words, he adopted a rather playful look, "You are a person with many ideas, but Nagariel cannot support your dreams. They might even see you as an enemy."
"You must remember Lynch. He once said something which I find very true: you have outstanding abilities and need a perfect stage. There's none there, but there is here."
"In Nagariel, your unrealistic thoughts, here have the potential to be realized. At least I really like some of your ideas."
"Earlier, you mentioned spiritual wealth; whether material wealth or spiritual wealth, none falls from the sky, they require pursuit. What is your pursuit?"
As he spoke, Mr. Truman finished his coffee in one gulp and then stood up, "Consider my proposal. Stay here, and you will have a broader stage."
"After you have thought it through, give me a call. I look forward to your good news..."
Standing by the roadside watching Mr. Truman's car drive away, the diplomat's expression was strange.
He knew the Federation had investigated his past, but he didn't consider it an excessive offense; instead, it showed the Federation's level of importance for him.
Only if you value a person would you want to learn more. You might seek to understand everything about a girl you like but never bother to figure out why homeless people are homeless.
The Federation values him greatly, which made him feel somewhat proud yet inexplicably absurd. He also knew the olive branch extended by the Federation was fundamentally meant for him to proactively contact his homeland and persuade them to agree to Nagariel's revaluation.
He serves as a bridge of communication between Nagariel and the Federation, despite some people indeed kicking him over as an annoying fellow. Still, people must respect his opinions.
Returning to his position, basking in the sun, enjoying brighter sunlight, warmer temperatures, more pleasant breezes, and more aromatic coffee, his thoughts were like leaves swirling in the wind, somewhat chaotic.
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