Reputation spreads quickly. Carl Siemens was eager to publicize Li Yu's achievements and, by the way, his newly established laboratory.
Nowadays, Germany really attaches too much importance to science and technology from top to bottom, and wants to surpass the two established technological powers, the United Kingdom and France.
Along with the reputation comes not only applause but also various sponsorships. After Daimler successfully developed a new car, it first expressed that it would give one to the laboratory.
Of course Li Yu could accept it, and at the same time proposed that he would like to purchase a few more units and send them to China. Daimler had done similar business, but it basically only exported to the UK across the strait. When I heard that Li Yu wanted to ship it to Tianjin Port, it took him a long time to realize how long it was.
"Mr. Academician, please consider that shipping over such a long distance will be very expensive," Daimler said.
"I understand that it is normal for things to be rare and expensive, but I still want to see new cars in China." Li Yu said.
He had calculated in his mind that if it were shipped to Tianjin Port, it was conservatively estimated that the cost of a car would be at least one thousand taels of silver.
Converted to later generations, it would be about three to four hundred thousand yuan, which can definitely buy a BMW 3 Series or Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Considering the backward economic situation in the country in the late Qing Dynasty, the status of a car may be raised to the level of the 7 Series or S-Class or even the Maybach Class.
Maybach himself understood Li Yu's thoughts: "I think it would be a good thing if your country could see such technological products." After all, ordinary people only know how powerful warships on the sea are through hearsay, and most people even Not even a train in sight.
But cars are something that can penetrate deeply into life, and cars are a high-level crystallization of industry, and their stimulating effect on people is actually greater.
As the saying goes in psychology, when you can see a psychological problem, you are one step closer to solving it.
The same is true in technology. When you can see the gap, at least it means you need to act quickly. Li Yu asked: "Can I pay in U.S. dollars?" Most of the money Li Yu can use overseas is now in American banks.
Daimler is more involved in commercial activities. He said: "Of course, our ex-factory cost can be charged to Mr. $1,000." It is a bit more expensive than the American Cadillac, but after all, it also has a four-wheel drive system.
Li Yu nodded: "I can accept it." Daimler immediately said: "But the cost of shipping may be worth the price of a car."
"I understand," Li Yu said,
"So you try to load as many as possible on one freighter." It's a pity that containers haven't been invented yet, otherwise the cost of shipping would not be so high.
Daimler said: "We can leave this matter to us. If we can open the market in the East, it will be equally beneficial to us." After staying in Berlin for a long time, it was almost time to leave.
Although Europe today is not as easy to travel as the complete European Union in later generations, there are definitely railway connections between big cities like Berlin and Paris.
You just need to change trains and go through border security checks. By the way, the relationship between Germany and France is not good now. This time, Li Yu's reputation was much greater than the last time he came to France. When he came to Paris, French President Loubet actually wanted to personally award Li Yu the award.
Lubet said: "A year ago, when Your Excellency came to Paris with the prince of your country, I knew that you were no ordinary person. Now that we meet again, you are indeed the youngest academician in the scientific community, and an academician from many countries!" Li Yu said: "Thanks to the president for personally awarding the award!" Lubet added: "Although I can't understand mathematics and physics, several Star Wars books are indeed very exciting. Once they were published, I stayed up late to read them, and almost missed the meeting the next day. . So when the Faculty of Arts proposed to give you a medal, I applauded with both hands." Li Yu said with a smile: "I really didn't expect a science fiction work to be so popular." Loubet said with some pride: "In terms of scientific and technological level, we in France are not convinced. Others, is it any wonder that science fiction works are so popular? Mr. Verne also won a medal from the Academy of Arts back then."
"Your country's scientific and technological level, especially mathematics, is indeed outstanding." Li Yu said. In fact, not only at this time, but before Li Yu traveled through time, France's Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris was still almost the best in the world in terms of mathematics.
"The Academy of Sciences awarded you the award at the same time, and there are quite a few celebrities from both classes here today. It is rare for me to see a person as charming as you, who can leverage the literary world and the scientific world, two fields that have nothing to do with each other." Lubet explain.
Li Yu said: "It has something to do with it." There were many people here today who were really sincere, including Madame Curie and others who came to support Li Yu.
Madame Curie came over and said, "With the braids removed, I look more refreshed. Your achievements now really amaze me." Li Yu smiled and said, "Mrs. Curie will definitely win the Nobel Prize in Physics this year. There is a gap between me and you, and I need to continue to learn."
"It's just a nomination, something that's uncertain." Marie Curie said. But as a latecomer, Li Yu certainly knew that she would definitely win the award this year.
Before Li Yu could answer, another person suddenly jumped out and said: "Madam, you must win the award, and you must let everyone know that women can do it!" Madame Curie looked at this somewhat chic woman: " Who are you?"
"My name is Colette. You may not have heard of my name, but if you have read "Cletina", you should know me. Because I actually wrote this set of books." Colette said.
In the past two years, the Claudine series has set off a phenomenal buying craze in Paris. Naturally, Marie Curie has seen it.
"It turns out it was you who wrote it. Let me tell you why Mr. Willy's writing is as delicate as a woman's, able to discern all the details of a girl's growth experience."
"That's why I hope that my wife can win the award. If it's possible in science, of course women can also do it in literature. I don't want to be a subordinate all the time." Colette said.
Pierre Curie said: "I didn't expect Mr. Willy to be such a person." Colette came to Lu Bicheng and said, "Are you the signed Ms. Bicheng?" Lu Bicheng was a little surprised: "It's me."
"Good sister! You are like a hero, I am so envious! It's a pity that my husband doesn't have such a big heart like Mr. Li Yu." Colette said with some regret.
"I think it can be fought for." Lu Bicheng said. Colette sighed: "Marriage is such a great restraint."
"Restraint?" Lu Bicheng asked.
"Good sister, let's talk here!" Colette said and pulled her aside. Madame Curie saw them go aside, and then said: "My lady is very graceful and beautiful like an oriental woman."
"Uh," Li Yu said,
"Actually, it's not a relationship between husband and wife..." Madame Curie opened her eyes wide: "Don't get involved in the bad habits of those upper-class people in Paris." All kinds of extramarital affairs are now prevalent in Paris.
Li Yu quickly waved his hand: "It's not like that! It's..." Madame Curie pursed her lips and smiled: "You're just kidding, I can tell."
"Not all the upper class in Paris are love-seekers." It was Verne who spoke. Pierre Curie smiled and said: "There are indeed some absolutes." Verne said to Li Yu: "I have read the Star Wars series you wrote. It is very exciting. I have written science fiction all my life, and I have to admit that you are here. He is very talented in this area. Especially the structure of the macro background is very admirable to me. I think this can only be written by someone with a broad scientific outlook." Li Yu said: "Mr. Verne is so complimentary! I am in In terms of literature, I am really just a primary school student who can only make up a story. If there are many writing techniques that are not polished by Miss Bicheng, I am afraid that no one will be able to read them."
"That's too kind of you to say it. What science fiction wants is to make up a good story," Verne said,
"After all, it is not as serious as the works of Balzac, Hugo and others." Li Yu said: "That's what Mr. Verne said."
"Speaking of literature, I remember Mr. Hugo once mentioned that your country has many classic works, but I searched all over bookstores and only saw a set of The Analects of Confucius from two thousand years ago, which was too serious to read." Fan. Erner said.
"There are indeed many good works, but unfortunately the translation community is not yet capable of translating them," Li Yu said. But he doesn't hold out much hope for this either.
As a time traveler, he knows that culture is closely related to national strength, and it is almost impossible for foreigners to read Chinese masterpieces.
But if one day we become stronger, maybe when the whole world learns Chinese, things will change a lot.
Verne said: "I will look forward to it. Also, do you have any ideas about writing a few more science fiction works?"
"In fact, I will continue to write prequels to the Star Wars series." Li Yu said.
"Is it about the super handsome villain Darth Vader?" Pierre Curie blurted out.
"Yes." Li Yu said.
"It's so exciting!" said Pierre Curie,
"I'm a big fan of his!" Li Yu said with a smile: "This character does have some unique charm." Verne said: "I have a heartfelt request. If the prequel is released, can you let me write the preface? ?”
"It would be an honor for me if you could write the preface in your own hand!" Li Yu of course agreed.
"It's a deal!" Verne said,
"It just so happens that I can take this opportunity to read it in advance." Pierre Curie smiled: "It turns out there are such great benefits."
"Are these gentlemen discussing the Star Wars series?" Jean Perrin came over. Pierre Curie immediately told him the good news: "It won't be long before you can see the sequel!" Jean Perrin was surprised: "Academician Li Yu is so energetic! With so many scientific achievements, he can still Can you have the energy to create science fiction?" Pierre Curie whispered to him: "Now I have a beautiful girl to help me and walk with me, how can I have no energy?" Jean Perrin said with a smile: "It will damage the energy, right? ?" Pierre Curie said: "He is only in his twenties now. Think about what he looked like back then?" Jean Perrin suddenly said: "I understand! He does have energy!" Li Yu said awkwardly: " What are you talking about?" Jean Perrin immediately said: "Nothing, I am talking to Mr. Curie about the progress of my recent experiments."
"Avogadro's constant?" Li Yu asked immediately.
"That's right," said Jean Perrin,
"Preliminary results have been obtained, and I think it won't be long before we can get accurate values."
"Great!" Li Yu said,
"This data will be what many people dream of." Jean Perrin said: "The academicians have said so, and I will speed up the progress."... The banquet that day was held harmoniously.
After it was over, Li Yu asked Lu Bicheng: "What did Colette tell you?" Lu Bicheng said: "Nothing, just talking about the differences between Beijing and Tianjin and Paris, especially in matters such as relationships and marriage. "
"I think after hearing this, she will feel that Paris is pretty good again, right?" Li Yu said. Lu Bicheng said: "Yes, when she learned about the situation of Chinese women, she was a little worried about me, but I said you don't need to worry, because I am different."
"What's the difference?" Li Yu asked. Lu Bicheng snorted softly,
"You don't understand this!" Li Yu wanted to ask more, but she didn't say anything.
"I'm afraid of you," Li Yu had no choice but to admit defeat.
"But since we have to leave, why not buy something interesting? I don't think any woman can resist."
"I don't believe it! Is there anything I can't resist?" Lu Bicheng asked. Li Yuxin said: "Come with me!" The Hermès main store is on Fubao Avenue next to the famous Champs Elysées.
"This... this is so beautiful!" Lu Bicheng's eyes almost sparkled. Hermès is now a top luxury brand in Paris. They used to mainly make high-end horse gear, but this year they just started to get involved in women's leather bags, accessories and other products.
Once launched, it immediately aroused great response. For women, this thing is like luxury cars for men. It is almost an obsession engraved in their bones.
Want to resist? There are no doors! Li Yu said proudly: "Do you like it?"
"I like it, I really like it! There is such an exquisite bag!" Lu Bicheng looked at the avant-garde and exquisitely designed leather bags in front of him one by one. He picked them up and played with them carefully from time to time. He couldn't move his feet.
Paris is now ranked first in the world's fashion circle. Let alone Lu Bicheng, many Americans have never seen such exquisite leather bags, so how could they not fall into decline.
Li Yu said to the clerk: "Everything that Ms. Bicheng liked just now, let's pack it together." The clerk was surprised: "Sir, they are all limited editions, and the price is not a small number!" Li Yu said: "Thank you for reminding me! I almost forgot to add more. Add some new styles of hats!" Clerk: "..." Li Yushun also bought two sets of high-end suits on the Champs Elysées, one is thinner, the other is thicker, and several shirts, which can adapt to different styles. season.
Similarly, Lu Bicheng also bought some western clothes. There's actually nothing much to say about the suit, except that the fabric is more sophisticated, and the overall shape is nothing new.
But when it comes to women's dresses, Paris is outstanding. When they return to the capital, it should be a unique sight.
Shopping is almost done, it’s almost time to set off, otherwise you’ll really have to take the sea route if you stay for a long time. By the time they arrived in St. Petersburg, Markov had already arranged the documents conferring membership on the academician, and also had a document in the handwriting of Tsar Nicholas II.
This is already a very high courtesy. After all, Nicholas II was still an emperor in the traditional sense, and his status was different from that of France's elected President Loubet, at least he thought so.
Markov said: "If I had known that there was a document from His Majesty the Emperor, I wouldn't have had to rush around to fight for the right to use the railway. This signature would be enough." It seems that it saved a lot of trouble.
Li Yu borrowed Planck's words before and said with a smile: "We will be considered colleagues from now on." Markov said,
"I am lucky to have you as a colleague. I will ask you for more advice when I have the opportunity in the future!" Li Yu said hurriedly: "It would be more appropriate for me to ask you for advice." In the future, this kind of mathematics boss will be able to solve many problems.
