Sometimes Song Jingye felt fortunate that his significant other was Chen Linghui. His own work was very demanding, and during the past six months while Chen Linghui was abroad, he had spent most of his time on business trips in the southwest. If his partner were an ordinary girl, it would mean she could only stay at home alone waiting for him for these six months, which would put a heavy psychological burden on him. However, this situation allowed them to achieve a rare balance, each able to focus wholeheartedly on their work.
Chen Ning attended the meeting in Kulma as scheduled. It was called a meeting, but it was actually a bidding session.
The other two countries competing with her are also economically strong. Their main purpose in building the railway is to connect their country with neighboring countries and establish it as an important transportation hub.
This is certainly a goal for our country as well, but aside from representing that identity, personally, Chen Ling also hopes that the country will develop better and better. This is her first permanent position in a country since she started working, and she has a special feeling for it.
The diplomats from the other two countries were arranged to meet Kourma first, before she did. She didn’t know the specifics of their conversation.
She scheduled the meeting for the afternoon. Because the country was too small, even important formal occasions lacked adequate staffing. She came alone, and Kurma had only one subordinate to handle things.
She has been buried in studying related knowledge recently, both in terms of iron construction and economics.
At the beginning, she systematically introduced our country’s advantages and expressed her wishes for the development of the national economy. She emphasized that the cooperation between us must be mutually beneficial.
Finally, she opened a set of files on her computer.
Here’s a general outline you can adapt for your translation:**<<>>*** **Early Beginnings (1800s):** Highlight the first railways, their purpose, and the challenges faced in those early years.* **Expansion and Growth (Late 1800s – Early 1900s):** Discuss the rapid expansion of rail networks across the country, connecting regions and boosting trade. Mention key milestones like transcontinental railroads.* **Technological Advancements:** Describe significant innovations in railway technology, such as steam engines, electric locomotives, and signaling systems.* **Impact on Society and Economy:** Explain how railways transformed transportation, commerce, agriculture, and urban development. * **Modern Era (20th Century Onward):** Talk about the evolution of railways into high-speed networks, advancements in safety and efficiency, and challenges faced in a changing global landscape.**Remember to:*** Use specific details and examples relevant to your country’s railway history.* Maintain a clear and concise writing style.* Adapt the outline to the desired length and focus of your text. Let me know if you need help with translating specific sections or terms!
“No country in the world has more experience in railway construction than we do. We have the world’s largest railway network and transportation system. In terms of scale, speed, and passenger capacity, we are among the best.”
She played the distribution map of China’s railway Five Longitudinal and Three Horizontal lines for Kulma.
“We also have the world’s most perilous railway, built between mountains and canyons. The total climbing height is equivalent to conquering two Mount Everests. Along the way, there are geological hazards such as rockfalls, landslides, floods, and mudslides, but our researchers and construction workers, despite the danger, overcome all difficulties with their superior technology.”
“If we can build a railway in such a dangerous place, then within our nation, we are certain to be able to construct the world’s safest and most stable railway.”
This not only embodies the spirit of our infrastructure, but also the spirit of China.
She showed Kulma the pictures one by one, explaining as she went. As she spoke, a wave of emotion surged through her, and from the bottom of her heart, she felt an immense pride in being Chinese.
Kurma was drawn in by the photos she played, even more so by her emotion. This time, he didn’t maintain his serious facade, nodding frequently and finally saying, “We will discuss this at a meeting.”
Chen Ling had said what needed to be said and didn’t elaborate further. That was enough; she needed to maintain the national image at all times, dignified and composed. She wouldn’t do anything that could tarnish her country’s image for personal gain or achievements.
After that, she just waited patiently for news. Since the Spring Festival was approaching in China soon, Teacher Zhang hadn’t arranged any new work for her, so she had some free time.
He had a lot of time, spending every day with Mia at the library.
After much hesitation, she couldn’t bear to send her to the orphanage, so she kept her at the embassy. The little child, a small comfort.
As the Spring Festival was approaching, Teacher Zhang got her leave approved and could go back home to visit family. Only after her leave was approved did she formally tell Song Jingye that she would be gone for about 20 days.
Song Jingye was naturally very pleased: “I’ll arrange the work here and try to take 20 days off.”
Before he even got back, she was already brimming with anticipation.
“It’s just, I have to go back, and can only leave Mya here as a child.” Accompanying her day and night for so long, it’s indeed hard to part ways. Besides, these 20 days, the child’s food and shelter also become a problem. ”
Song Jingye couldn’t solve this problem either, because Mia’s identity prevented her from returning home with him to visit relatives.
Chen Ning could only say: “It’s good, take this opportunity to send her to an orphanage for care.”
So she did some ideological work with Mia beforehand, explaining the reasons why she couldn’t take her to China at present, and assured her that if she wasn’t used to life at the orphanage, she would take her back when she came for a visit.
Mya though she understood what was being said, seemed to have misunderstood it as abandonment. She stood there at a loss, her large eyes flickering with tears, silently standing in the corner, twisting her fingers nervously.
Chen Ning looked up, tears welling in her eyes. She felt like she was transported back to her childhood, staying at her uncle and aunt’s house. From a young age, she had been very perceptive, always afraid of making mistakes that would cause them to reject her.
I also remember that summer after graduation exams. I heard my uncle and aunt sighing in the house while I was outside. Our family was going through a tough time.
Due to financial difficulties, only the younger brother could go to university.
That unease, that feeling of being abandoned at any moment, she had long since overcome it through her own efforts over the years. But looking at the child, she could empathize deeply with them.
She hugged her tightly: “Mia, I’m only going back to my country for a while. I’m worried you won’t have enough to eat here. I promise you, if you don’t like it at the orphanage, I’ll come back and take you out, okay?”
Mia’s tiny, fragile body was held close to her chest as tears streamed down her face. “I’ll be good,” she sobbed. “I’ll listen.”
“I know, Mia is the best girl.”
“Chen Ning replied, taking out an old-style phone from the bedside table beside her. It was a phone that Song Jingye had given her before, and she always kept it with her.”
“Keep this phone for me. If you miss me, you can call me anytime. And I’ll call you if I miss you too.”
“Are you coming back?” Mia hugged the phone to her chest, confirming again.
“I’m back.”
“I’ll be waiting for you to come back.”
After Chen Ling had arranged everything for work and Mia, she took a car to the airport of the foreign country to return home. In fact, in order to give Song Jingye a surprise, she returned home a day earlier.
On their way to the country, they suddenly received a call from Kurma: “We agree to let you build this railway and we accept your conditions, including having 51% of the operating rights.”
Chen Ling was overjoyed upon hearing this. This was the best gift she could bring back to China.
Kurma didn’t know she was going back home and was on her way to the airport at this moment. She asked when she would be free to come over and sign the contract?
“Now, right away.” Chen
He told himself to drive back to the airport where he had rented his car, and after hanging up the phone, asked the driver to make a U-turn immediately.
To prevent any unforeseen complications, she needed to finalize the contract immediately, even if it meant returning home a day later.