Royal Melbourne Hospital.
"Why hasn't the doctor come yet!" Jack shouted while lying on the temporary hospital bed.
He is very embarrassed now. He was shot in the front and back and can only lie on his side.
The woman called an ambulance before, but it took an hour to arrive. This is also the normal speed in Tu'ao.
After arriving at the hospital, he was treated simply like any other injured person and asked to wait on the side.
This wait lasted for several hours. Although he had taken painkillers, the pain from the wound still made him uncomfortable.
"How do I know why you are yelling at me?" The woman glared at him aggrievedly.
“Fuck, did you offend someone? I suffered the consequences with you.”
“I thought you offended someone!”
Two people With their eyes wide open, they all thought that the attack was because of the other party.
At this time, Eric also rushed over. He looked at Jack's injuries, frowned and asked, "What happened?"
"How the hell do I know how it happened? I just got out of the car and took a cigarette. "The smoke was shot with an air gun."
"Air gun?" Eric touched his head.
Air guns are rare in Tu'ao. If they are gang members, they all use real guns.
"It should have been an air rifle. The man was hiding in the dark. I couldn't see where he was, but he shouldn't be far away. Judging from the wounds and range, it was undoubtedly an air rifle..." Jack still had some brains. Yes, he has just analyzed what happened tonight.
"Who do you think did it?"
"I don't know." Jack thought for a moment, he had offended many people, how would he know who did it.
"In Tu'ao, the Fu relatives do not touch pills, and some people in Yue do, but very few. Externally, Asians on both sides are not allowed to do such things under their noses. Do you think this is the case? Yes..." Eric thought for a moment and then spoke.
"Well, that makes sense, it hurts so much!" Jack nodded, suddenly feeling severe pain coming from his body again.
Maybe the painkillers have lost their effectiveness.
"You lie down first, and I'll go inquire about the situation." Eric patted the other party's shoulder, and it hit Jack's wound, causing him to curse.
"Fuck, where is the doctor! If you don't come, I will file a complaint against you tomorrow." Jack finally got angry and started yelling.
“Asians are so incompetent that they actually yelled in the hospital.”
“Yes, get out of Tuao.”
Two people were also waiting. The ghost guy rolled his eyes at Jack.
"Quiet, don't disturb other patients, you'll be here soon." The nurse put down the half-bitten donut and moved her fat body towards Jack.
At this time, Chen Xi still didn't know that his revenge would actually trigger another fight between the gangs in Tu'ao.
The next day, Chen Xi came to school for class. Miraculously, quite a few people were absent today.
Ouyang Ming, Li Yuqing, Shi Tao and others did not come to class.
"Where have everyone gone?" Chen Xi asked, looking at Sun Cheng and Chen Xu.
"You ask me who should I ask?" Sun Cheng spread his hands.
"What's wrong with you?" Looking at Chen Xu who was covering his nose and his eyes were red, Chen Xi felt something was wrong.
It couldn't be that Cherry died suddenly, this guy must be sad.
“The hay fever is back.” Chenxu had a runny nose, rubbed his eyes and spoke with difficulty.
Many Chinese students who have stayed in Tu'ao for a long time have contracted hay fever. Chen Xu and Ouyang Ming were the most serious ones in their previous lives. Ouyang Ming once had difficulty breathing and was sent to the hospital. .
"Go to the hospital and take a look." Sun Cheng said with concern.
Chen Xi shook his head. The hospital couldn't treat hay fever. He remembered that in his previous life, the doctor said he could only wait for himself to recover gradually. Most international students' symptoms disappeared when they returned to China, which was miraculous.
"It's useless. I've already seen it. The doctors in Tu'ao are useless." Chen Xu waved his hands angrily.
"With the trade war going on now, the garbage recycling business has not been affected, right?" Chen Xi asked worriedly.
You must know that this business brings them too much money every year. It can be said to be the most profitable business at present.
If this cash cow disappears, the factory we built before will become a decoration.
"No, it's okay!" Chen Xu said, making Chen Xi breathe a sigh of relief.
He thought to himself that there was so much garbage in Tuao. If he cut off the garbage disposal line, wouldn't it still stink?
It is unimaginable how much garbage is produced in so many cities in Tuao every day.
"Okay, your teacher is suddenly busy today, so I will take over the class." A woman's voice sounded.
Chen Xi turned his head and saw that he almost twisted his neck. It was that damn fat woman - Madeline.
Why does this guy always come to Didi University to teach for others?
“Hey, isn’t this Xi?” Madeline chuckled when she saw an old acquaintance.
She is still the same, with deep eyeliner on her eyes, her hair permed into the shape of instant noodles, and a bunch of flashy accessories hanging on her body that she thinks are very tasteful.
Madeline used to teach ESL, which is high school English, in high school. Chen Xi really didn’t understand what other things this old woman could teach. At most, it only involved some local history.
However, the history of Tu'ao is nothing more than the original one.
"Why isn't the teacher here?"
"Yes, several teachers have been absent from class recently."
A few students asked dissatisfiedly.
Tu'ao is different from China. Students can say whatever they want and will not be criticized at all unless they make mistakes.
"Recently, the economy in Tu'ao is not good, and teachers, doctors, and workers are not satisfied with their treatment. Some people don't like to hold demonstrations, so they go out to make extra money." An old classmate in his forties explained with a smile.
This man is the oldest in their class, but not the oldest student in the school. Chen Xi has also seen students who are fifty years old.
Madeline is about the same age as this student. We are all of the same age. When faced with the man's direct speech, she couldn't say anything and could only roll her eyes.
"Isn't the teacher's salary quite high? It's a high-paying profession in Tu'ao. Why do you still need to go out to make extra money? Forget it about the teacher, why are the doctors not satisfied?" Sun Cheng asked in a low voice.
"Now that prices are soaring, and people's desires are endless, how can anyone think that there is too much money?" Chen Xi explained.
Think about it, when he first came to Tuao, the minimum wage seemed to be eight yuan.
He remembers that the current salary of casino dealers is 20 yuan an hour, and that of pregnant dealers is 24-26 yuan.
University teachers and dentists cost around 20 yuan. By the time he left Tu'ao, the minimum wage had become 18 yuan an hour.
The average income of university teachers and doctors must exceed this number.
The wages in Tu'ao are already among the top in the world, higher than those in China and the United Kingdom, but some people are still dissatisfied.
Thinking about it again, it seems that the gas prices in Mocun have started to rise again recently, and the bus fares are also increasing.
For international students, it’s not bad. The exchange rate of the Australian dollar to the Chinese currency is not as high as before, and the life of international students is still the same as before.
"Well, teaching is just one profession. Some people have many professions. Isn't it strange?" Madeline coughed lightly and explained to her colleagues.
"Teacher, what other profession do you have?" A Tu'ao student asked with a smile. He was a ghost and naturally looked down on Aboriginal.
The reason is that Aboriginal always publicizes that he is a victim, and he has been persecuted by immigrants from the United Kingdom in history.
"Of course I also have other careers. For example, I go to the Victoria Market every week to set up a stall, and recently I want to open a shop." Madeline straightened up with a proud face, raised her fat palm, opened the kettle and drank. A big mouthful.
"Set up a stall? What to sell? What store to open? A food store?" The student looked at Madeline's fat body and couldn't help but think of food.
"Of course it's a jewelry store, no, it should be said to be an antique store. Look at the items on my body, they are very valuable. Look at this, this, and this, they are all my travels The old jewelry found all over the world are all made of precious materials..." Madeline stretched out her huge palm, with a ring on each finger. She pointed to several necklaces around her neck, and There are earrings etc.
Chen Xi took a look and saw that it was similar to the dress he wore in high school. At first glance, he looked like he had been deceived and bought as a rip-off.
"Teacher, this thing of yours seems worthless." Although she is a ghost, her ability to distinguish is still a little bit good. At first glance, the ring on Madeline's hand looks like ruby, emerald, agate or something. But it always feels weird.
"You don't understand. Some of these are bought from Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and South America. Have you been to those places? Do you know what is abundant there?"
Madeline's words made the ghost man speechless for a moment. , he has indeed never been to those places.
“Xi, I heard that your country has many old objects from China, and they will definitely be very popular when brought to Tu’ao. I have seen many antique shops displaying Chinese porcelain, one of which is worth tens of thousands. Australian dollars, do you know where to buy it?" After finishing the student, Madeline looked at Chen Xi who was snickering.
“I know, there is a Panjiayuan in Huajing. There are many old items there. You can go there to purchase them!”
“What a great grandson you are. They are all imitations. If you ask her to go there to buy goods, I’m afraid she’ll be deceived out of all her underwear.”
"What if she buys the real thing."
Sun Cheng and Chen Xu asked in a low voice.
“If you buy real goods, you can’t even go through the customs... There are many small street stalls in Panjiayuan. Taking them out of the country requires very complicated procedures. Normal people can basically buy them from auctions. ...We don’t have to worry about it,” Chen Xi said, covering his mouth.
“I prefer those onyx and jade types.” Madeline added.
"Then go to Dian Province. There are a lot of jade jewelry there!" Chen Xi replied.
There are indeed a lot of jade in Dian Province, but the water is also very deep. He has gone to buy them before.
"Yes."
"Teacher, is it time to give a lecture?"
The student who just lost face spoke again.
Hearing this, Madeline put on her glasses unhappily and opened the courseware.
Although the fat lady is annoying, she still takes her work very seriously. I'm not teaching this course, but I still did a lot of homework in order not to make a fool of myself.
However, her level was still limited. After speaking for a while, she began to ask students to help her teach. That is to ask a question, let other students answer it, and then express some of the opinions in the notes.
“Tu’ao is a country that relies heavily on imports. Its own development seems to be quite contradictory. It must protect the environment without setting up various large-scale factories, and it also spends a lot of money trying to solve this problem from other aspects. Question. Some people think that Holden, the only domestically produced car in Australia, cannot compete with others. The quantity is poor. Many people would rather spend a lot of money to buy imported cars than Holden. There are many foreign immigrants in Tu'ao. They don't like large-displacement cars and sneer at this brand. They suggest that it be better to close it down to reduce pollution. What do you think? ?" Madeline gradually entered the role and started asking questions again.
“Then shut it down. Why would we build our own cars when we can buy them from other countries?” A student thought this question was retarded.
“I also think that if something is not in line with the market and consumers don’t buy it, then don’t do it.” Another person echoed.
"Xi, what do you think?" Ever since she was in high school, the fat lady liked to answer Chen Xi's roll call in class.
“I don’t think it should be closed. Recently, Turkey and Australia have signed bilateral free trade agreements with countries such as Great Britain, Sakura Country, Kimchi Country, and Malay Country. These agreements allow imported cars to be sold in Turkey with the lowest tax exemption. Sales in Australia. The influx of imported cars has a negative impact on local domestic cars in Australia. The living space has caused a serious impact, making it difficult for local car brands to gain a foothold in the competition.
In the long-term operation process, the Holden brand has suffered from problems such as poor management, aging product lines, and insufficient innovation. Intensification and consumer demand Due to the diversification of demand, the Holden brand failed to adjust its strategy in time to meet market demand, resulting in continued decline in sales.
Even so, if Holden goes bankrupt, Tuao's cars will be 100% dependent on imports. , if something happens in the future Due to political reasons, no one can even drive their cars.
Besides, the closure of the automobile factory will also have an impact on the workers in the university. Will the major be cancelled..."
Chen Xi said this for a reason.
In my previous life, there were some fields that couldn’t be broken through. People with weak hearts would say, if you can’t break through, you can’t break through. Anyway, just import.
Some people have been praising the power of Western technology, saying why they don’t cooperate with others, and so on.
Many people belong to the capitulation faction at heart. They think it is wise not to compare if they cannot compare.
If you rely too much on foreign imports, it is equivalent to keeping core technology in the hands of others. This will lead to the threat of foreign technological blockade or sanctions at critical moments, thus affecting the country's technological security and economic development.
Some people just can't understand such a simple question. They feel that if they encounter difficulties, then they should not face the difficulties. It is better to lower their heads, say something nice and cooperate with others. This way they can easily solve the problems in front of them. Don't think about the future.
This is just like how some people envy certain countries for not developing their military and investing all their money in civilian use. On the surface, it can make ordinary people live a good life.
He has not considered that if the younger brother and the older brother have a conflict, and the older brother asks the thugs stationed in your house to cause trouble, your good days will be gone. Besides, it's not for nothing for the eldest brother to help the younger brother. He has to pay protection fees to the eldest brother every year.
The two students who just answered the question had the same idea as these people. Tu'ao people are just too laid-back, and many people have not considered this issue.
"Targeted? We Tu'ao people have never been targeted by anyone. I don't quite understand what you said." Madeline smiled, with a hint of sarcasm in her words.
"Haha." Chen Xi didn't bother to explain to this fat woman with long hair and short knowledge.
Now that Oceania and Asia have started a trade war, Tu and Australia’s minerals cannot be exported. Will they still be targeted?
Tu'ao people generally know very little about Asia, let alone the trade war. Most people have no idea at all.
"Teacher, you should go do business. There are many things in books that I won't tell you." Sun Cheng couldn't help but defend Chen Xi.
Madeline glared at Sun Cheng when she heard this, and then started to change the topic and talk about something else.
After finally getting through to the end of get out of class, Chen Xi naturally didn't want to see this fat woman, and he didn't plan to attend the second half of class, so he picked up his schoolbag and walked out.
When he came to the center of the school, he planned to get some food, but he bumped into Shen Xinyi, whom he had not seen for a long time.
“Long time no see!” Shen Xinyi waved to Chen Xi.
"You haven't eaten yet, let's go together? Haven't you returned to China this time?" Chen Xi pointed in a direction, and the two of them walked towards the hotel.
“No, the company has too many things to do and I don’t have time to go back. What about you?”
"I went back, but I encountered a lot of things."
"I saw that a guide came from the Returned Association, and I heard about what happened before." Shen Xinyi smoothed her hair. (End of this chapter)