King of Industry

At seven o'clock in the evening, after having dinner with the members of the inspection team in the small restaurant of the legation, Zhao Guoyang came out for a stroll.

During this trip to North America, the itinerary was very tight, and it was rare for him to have some free time. Zhao Guoyang naturally wanted to take a little time to get some air, and appreciate the customs and customs of foreign countries in this era.

Zhao Guoyang didn't come out alone. When Chang Linda, Duan Ruixiang and Huo Xiufen learned that he wanted to go for a walk in the street, they all eagerly asked to go together.

Of course, Zhao Guoyang couldn't refuse the request of these three young members.

After informing Minister Kong Xianchao, Zhao Guoyang, accompanied by a military officer from the embassy, ​​took Huo Xiufen and the three of them out.

Quebec City is a cultural city with rich French flavor and a long history. It is the only city among all the cities in North America that has been included in the World Heritage List by UNESCO.

Walking on the cobbled streets of Old Quebec City and sweeping past the well-preserved old churches and castles that were built in the 17th century, Zhao Guoyang has a sense of being in history.

The streets here are so clean and beautiful!

Looking at the spotless road, Huo Xiufen couldn't help but whispered.

Both Chang Linda and Duan Ruixiang went abroad for the first time, and they felt very fresh about what they saw and heard on the road.

Looking at a square in front, Zhao Guoyang introduced with a smile: In front is the Plaza of Arms. It is a tourist attraction in Quebec City, along with the National Battlefield Park, the Catholic Church, and the Little Xianglan District.

Although Zhao Guoyang in his previous life had never been to Quebec City, he is certainly not too unfamiliar with the places of interest here, after all, there is the artifact of the Internet.

Listening to Zhao Guoyang's familiar explanation, Chang Linda couldn't help but admire: Researcher Zhao, this is your first time in Canada, right? Why do you know so much about this place? You must have made sufficient preparations in advance, right?

Zhao Guoyang let out a huh and didn't say much.

Huo Xiufen on the side had already become quite familiar with Zhao Guoyang on the plane, and knew that this young head of the group had a deep understanding of the cities he visited.

At this moment, after hearing Chang Linda's words, she couldn't help but look at Zhao Guoyang and said, Researcher Zhao, tell us about the city of Quebec?

On the plane, you seem to have explained to me that it is not the largest city in Quebec, right?

Zhao Guoyang nodded and echoed, That's right, although Quebec City is the provincial capital of Quebec and even served as the capital of Canada before, it is not the largest city in the province.

When Duan Ruixiang heard this, he couldn't help interjecting, Researcher Zhao, the largest city in Quebec is Montreal, where we're going tomorrow, right?

Well, that's true! Montreal is also the second largest city in Canada, second only to Toronto. Zhao Guoyang said.

Hearing this, Huo Xiufen couldn't help muttering: Canada is a really interesting country. Neither the first nor the second largest city is the capital.

Zhao Guoyang glanced at her and said happily, Not only that, Vancouver, the third largest city in Canada, is not its capital either.

Uh, according to Researcher Zhao, Ottawa, the capital of Canada, is only its fourth largest city? Chang Linda asked with some doubts.

Yes, Ottawa ranks fourth, and Quebec City ranks fifth. Zhao Guoyang shrugged.

Although it is only the fifth largest city in Canada, Quebec has a profound historical and cultural heritage and a very concise geographical location.

Zhao Guoyang explained: Quebec City is the birthplace of French-speaking culture in America, and it is also the oldest city with the longest history north of Mexico. It has been established for almost 390 years.

Quebec is also an important river port and the central hub of Canadian river and road transportation. At the same time, it is also a famous Canadian university town, commercial and financial center, cultural center and tourist attraction.

Listening to Zhao Guoyang's eloquent narration, the three of them were all amazed.

Even the military officer who followed not far behind them was amazed by Zhao Guoyang's narration.

After chatting with a few people in the same company for a while, Zhao Guoyang pointed to a square in front of him and said, That's the Royal Square, let's go and have a look!

Royal Plaza? It's interesting to hear the name, researcher Zhao quickly take us to see it! Huo Xiufen couldn't help pleading.

Chang Linda and Duan Ruixiang also nodded and looked at Zhao Guoyang expectantly.

Walking on a straight road in front of the square, Zhao Guoyang explained to everyone: Royal Square is the place where Champlain first built his home in 1608, and it is also the birthplace of French culture in North America.

Commercial activities here started very early, and wealthy businessmen built luxury houses here, making this place a busy commercial center very quickly.

See that bronze bust? It's a bust of Louis XIV, king of the French Bourbon dynasty!

Listening to Zhao Guoyang's wonderful narration, Huo Xiufen couldn't help casting a concerned look at the bronze statue.

Uh... this is the famous king of France! Huo Xiufen murmured.

That's right, when King Louis XIV reigned, he made the Kingdom of France the strongest country in Western Europe, and he was honored as the 'Sun King'! Zhao Guoyang nodded and said.

This Royal Plaza holds concerts every summer, and there are performances by street performers. It's very lively. Head Zhao, you might as well walk ahead, maybe you can meet them! Military officer Xiao Zheng behind him couldn't help but speak out reminded.

Really? Then let's go and have a look! Before Zhao Guoyang could speak, Huo Xiufen rushed to make a decision.

Seeing Huo Xiufen striding forward, Zhao Guoyang could only spread his hands to Chang Linda and Duan Ruixiang who were beside him, and made a helpless gesture, motioning them and himself to follow.

Zhao Guoyang and the others were lucky, there happened to be a concert in the Royal Plaza today.

Seeing several young performers surrounded by the crowd, Huo Xiufen kept waving to Zhao Guoyang and the others, signaling them to come over quickly.

After walking a few steps and coming to Huo Xiufen's side, Zhao Guoyang was pulled into the strong man by her.

Researcher Zhao, quickly translate for us, what are these people talking about! They don't seem to speak French... Huo Xiufen said a little embarrassed.

Zhao Guoyang glanced at the girl in the center of the crowd who was declaring the curtain, and suddenly realized after hearing it for a while.

Indeed, the girl spoke neither English nor French, but Apennine.

Since Apennines and France are close neighbors, they have a deep relationship with each other.

As a well-known place in France, Apennines are also relatively common in Canada.

Although the Apennine language is not the official language of Canada, there are not a few people who can understand it.

Although Huo Xiufen is very proficient in English and can handle some French, she doesn't know much about Apennines.

At this time, listening to the Apennine language spoken by the girl who announced the curtain, this person was naturally a little dazed.

Zhao Guoyang listened carefully for a while, then smiled and explained to Huo Xiufen: This lady said that she is a master's student at McGill University, and today's performance is to raise funds for a new scientific research project of myself and my partners. Funds, I hope everyone will support us a lot!

After Zhao Guoyang finished speaking, Chang Linda was stunned: Do graduate students rely on singing to raise funds for their scientific research projects? This... Isn't this too outrageous?

In our opinion, it may be unbelievable, but this is nothing in Canada!

Zhao Guoyang shrugged and said, Canadian university culture advocates freedom and independence more than that of the United States. In their universities, many students' scientific research projects are self-funded and sponsored by themselves.

Huo Xiufen didn't pay much attention to this point, but she was quite interested in this McGill University.

Seeing that the female classmate who announced the scene had stepped back to let several other young men and women enter the arena to prepare, Huo Xiufen couldn't help asking Zhao Guoyang: Researcher Zhao, why is this 'McGill University' so familiar? Should be very famous, right?

Zhao Guoyang was amused when he heard the words: Huo Chu, you are right. This McGill University is the number one university in Canada, and it is also ranked high in the global university rankings. It is known as the 'Northern Harvard'.

Uh, then there must be a lot of celebrities in this school? Huo Xiufen asked with her head tilted.

This is natural... At that time, physicist Rutherford taught at McGill University and was the head of the Department of Physics. It was also at McGill University that he completed the theory of radioactive transformation and discovered alpha and beta rays.

In addition, Dr. Bethune, who is well-known in China, started his medical research career in the Royal Montreal Hospital affiliated to McGill University.

For nearly 200 years since its founding, McGill University has been the pride of Montreal and even Canada. She has bred Canada's greatest thinkers and scientists, including 11 Nobel Prize winners and 132 Rhodes Scholars. , are number one in Canada!

Zhao Guoyang paused for a moment, thought for a while and then said: In addition, McGill University has produced 5 astronauts, 3 Canadian prime ministers, 4 foreign heads of state, 9 Oscar winners, 11 celebrity Lamy Award winner, 3 Pulitzer Prize winners and 31 Olympic medalists.

It is no exaggeration to say that McGill University is definitely among the top 20 in the world. It is much higher than the international rankings of Huaqing University and Beijing University, which are the pride of China!

Zhao Guoyang's narration made Huo Xiufen, Chang Linda, and Duan Ruixiang speechless.

The three of them are all outstanding students from famous universities in China, and they have always regarded themselves very highly.

But compared with McGill University, this little thing to be proud of is not very good.

Just as Zhao Guoyang was about to add a few more words, several graduate students from McGill University over there had already started to perform.