Reborn as a Noble's Son

Chapter 676: Chapter 632 Star of Huaxia_1

“Time Weekly”, also known as “Times” or “Times Magazine”, is a periodical magazine with a distribution exceeding four million copies.

“Time Weekly” is renowned for its categorical, international perspective, as well as its authoritative and serious reporting. Its reporting on Huaxia initially focused on political figures and events, but in recent years its coverage has become increasingly broad.

Taizu, Elder Nan, Secretary-General Yuan, Secretary Shen, Prime Minister Yun and myself have all graced the cover of this magazine.

Now, “Time Weekly” has proposed a feature interview with Nie Zhenbang. This implies that they want to feature Zhenbang as the next cover subject.

After a moment’s thought, Leng Yunfei also nodded, saying, “You go ahead and arrange it. You can accept, set the specific time, as for the interview location, let it be at our embassy in Washington.”

Prime Minister Leng began to give directions, as he turned his gaze to Nie Zhenbang, saying, “Zhenbang, now, Time Weekly has come to interview you.”

The sentence left Zhenbang somewhat unsure of Prime Minister Leng’s intentions. Of the two generations of leadership, his relationships with Secretary-General Yuan and Prime Minister Yun are good. Now, in a certain sense, he is a member of President Shen’s faction. However, he doesn’t interact much with Prime Minister Leng.

Nie Zhenbang also nodded and said, “Prime Minister, this is all thanks to the nation, it’s the nation’s merit. Today, our country’s economy and comprehensive strength are both developing rapidly, our market is becoming more and more important. This also begins to attract the world’s attention towards our country.”

Before he could finish his sentence, Prime Minister Leng waved his hand, laughing, “Good for you Zhenbang, the longer you serve as an official, the more you learn to beat around the bush. Let’s not talk about this flattery.”

After a pause, Prime Minister Leng seriously said, “Zhenbang, the journalists from Time are not simple characters. They all come prepared, probably, they already have all your information on their desk. On one hand, you should be mentally prepared. On the other hand, the principles of dealing with foreign media, I believe, you are clear. So, I won’t be redundant about it.”

Nie Zhenbang nodded, “Prime Minister, rest assured, I will strictly adhere to the principle. In terms of propaganda, I will definitely attach it to the current great situation of our country’s reform and opening up. I will definitely not tarnish the image of the organization.”

This comment made Leng Yunfei laugh out loud, “It’s not that serious. Today, it’s not the era of old fashion, don’t take it so heavy. Be well-prepared, perfectly portray the image of Huaxia’s new generation of officials, display the image of our Huaxia government to the world, this is also a type of propaganda.”

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Inside a reception room at the Huaxia Embassy in Washington.

Unexpectedly to Nie Zhenbang, the one undertaking the interview assignment was a beautiful woman, with golden hair and blue eyes. She was about thirty years old and exuded an enchanting aura.

However, Nie Zhenbang did not underestimate her just because she was a young beauty. He understood the style with which Americans conduct business, where personal relationships don’t play a massive role. In our country, a reporter of such a young age undertaking such a major responsibility might have some nepotistic connections. But here, it’s very likely that it’s just a reflection of her capabilities.

“Mayor Nie, Miss Irene, please enjoy the tea,” the embassy staff came in with two cups of tea and put them on the coffee table. Meanwhile, the embassy’s interpreter was getting ready.

In such a situation, despite it being different from the typical diplomatic occasion, an interpreter is still necessary. Only then, does it seem formal.

Irene picked up the teacup, took a genuine sip without pretense, then smiled and said, “The tea is good. Mr. Mayor, thank you for your gracious hospitality. Allow me to introduce myself, I’m Irene Hoffman, a journalist from ‘Time Weekly’. You can just call me Irene. May we start now?”

Nie Zhenbang replied with a smile, “Of course, Miss Irene, please go ahead.”

At this moment, Irene also placed the voice recorder in front of Nie Zhenbang and concurrently extracted her notebook and pen from her bag. After preparing for the interview, Irene formally began: “Mr. Mayor, first of all, it is an honour to interview you. As far as I understand. Your grandfather was a founding father of Huaxia. Your father and family members are high-ranking officials of the Huaxia government. You are the youngest mayor in Huaxia. Is there any credit to your father and family for this?”

Indeed it is not easy to deal with. Hearing this question, Nie Zhenbang also contemplated. Irene’s topic was sensitive and sharp. The implicit meaning in her words were very clear. She was questioning whether the cadre system in Huaxia had any form of hereditary succession, and whether his appointment as mayor was due to family influence.

After a moment of silence, Nie Zhenbang nodded and said: “Miss Irene, your question is profound. Firstly, I want to say that there is no problem here about the shadow of ancestors. In our country, many children of high-ranking officials do not engage in politics. I chose this path entirely because I liked it. Huaxia is an open and inclusive country. In our country, there is a popular saying, ‘The sea accepts all rivers, and thus is vast’. There’s also another saying, ‘Promote the virtuous without avoiding relatives’.”

This means that our country, with a profound historical and cultural heritage, is also a country that values talents. Here, anyone, regardless of background, regardless of family, as long as you have the will and make effort for it, can enter politics.

At this moment, Irene saw something remarkable in this young Huaxian official. Her own question was obviously sharp, but he easily deflected it. This in itself indicated that Nie Zhenbang’s ability was not ordinary.

Irene did not dwell much on this issue, such hereditary continuations were not unique to Huaxia but also exist in America. Raising a question was merely probing, but repeatedly dwelling on it would be considered as giving a hard time. As the lead interviewer for “Time Weekly”, Irene was aware of this fact.

“Mr. Mayor, currently, the entire Western world has a panicked attitude towards the economic and military rise of Huaxia. There are also many opposition voices. What is your view?” Irene posed her next question.

This question is ordinary. The threat from Huaxia was not a novel topic, many leaders have encountered such questions.

At this moment, Nie Zhenbang did not contemplate much and immediately responded with a smile: “Miss Irene, regarding this issue, I believe it is about mutual understanding and trust. Our country’s government, and all its leaders from history, have reiterated that Huaxia is a country that loves peace, and our policies on nuclear weapons and foreign affairs are all passively defensive. I believe an open and inclusive Oriental country will align with the interests of the whole world…”

After a series of questions, Nie Zhenbang’s remarkable responses left a deep impression on Irene. After nearly an hour-long interview, it seemed that Irene found the headline for this interview.

“Mr. Mayor, one last question, can you talk about your future development plans for Wanghai City?” Irene asked again.

This question was somewhat promotional in nature. Of course, from another perspective, this question was also incredibly sharp. Everyone knew that the recently signed agreement stated that the fourteenth root server will be set up in Wanghai City. If Nie Zhenbang did not answer this question well, the whole of Wanghai, and even the entirety of Huaxia would become a laughingstock. They would have expended much effort to acquire a root server and yet it merely became an ornament.

However, for Nie Zhenbang, it was an opportunity to sell Wanghai City. The interview with “Time Weekly” was the best advertisement.

Nie Zhenbang promptly said, “The root server has always been a goal that Wanghai City has been pursuing. With the persistent effort of our national government, we finally, through multiple negotiations, obtained the recognition of the United States Congress and the fourteenth root server of the world will be set up in our country. This is an honour for Wanghai City and an opportunity for Huaxia.”

Gu Valley, it is a world-famous high-tech incubation base in America. For the future of WangHai city, our goal is to build China’s Gu Valley. Here, we have first-class service measures, and we have top-level preferential policies. Huaxia is a new type of market with broad prospects. I believe WangHai City can fully undertake the responsibility of being a stronghold for world-class internet companies in Huaxia.”

At this moment, Irene nodded in agreement and then stood up: “Mr. Mayor, I am very pleased that you could accept my interview. Thank you!”

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Afterward, the new issue of “Time Weekly” featured an exclusive interview with Nie Zhenbang. On the cover, a half-length portrait of Nie Zhenbang was accompanied by a line of text, “Huaxia’s Political Prodigy–Exclusive Interview with the Youngest High-Ranking Official in Huaxia’s History, Mr. Nie Zhenbang.”

The entire article gave a very high evaluation of Nie Zhenbang, and words of praise appeared frequently throughout the article.

A final note from the editor of “Time Weekly”, Mr. Latti Powell, highly praised Nie Zhenbang- “This is Huaxia’s youngest high-ranking official. It is foreseeable that in the future, Nie Zhenbang will participate in the era of Huaxia. We await with great anticipation! (.)”