The white and green train, carrying hundreds of people, slowly pulled out of the bright dock.
The passengers inside the train, unable to appreciate the exquisite food before them, were all pressed against the windows, marveling at the massive metal train as it steadily moved forward.
In the foremost carriage, the key figures from both sides were gathered.
The core members of the Ye family were also seated on the soft seats, watching the changing scenery outside the window.
"This is the power of steam. I thought it was only capable of propelling ships at sea, but I never imagined it could also move goods and people on land."
The scenery outside the window began to dim, becoming blurred again.
The dock was located on the coast, a certain distance from the city they were to arrive at.
To ensure the stability of the interior space, the train's speed was not too high, allowing them to take advantage of this time to enjoy themselves.
In the rear carriages, the Ye family also began to enjoy the food, the lively atmosphere even reaching the front carriage.
Quan Yi also invited the four people at his table to dine together.
Compared to the lively Quan family, the Ye family's atmosphere was somewhat colder.
However, no matter how cold the spring, as long as it is heated enough, the dinner can become lively.
Under the enthusiastic offensive led by Quan Li, the atmosphere between the two sides continued to warm up.
As the barriers between them began to dissolve, they began to discuss more in-depth topics.
"The dock just now is the largest shipyard on the island, called 'Whale Nest'.
It mainly produces large iron ships similar to the Gray Whale One.
Because the waters on the east side of the island do not have deep-water ports that can accommodate the Gray Whale, we had to trouble everyone to take a detour to Jinbi Port."
Quan Li explained the reason for bringing everyone to the north coast.
Blue Silver Island was formed because the eastern tectonic plate was lifted, so the underwater terrain on the east side is relatively gentle, and the waters here are generally not too deep.
Although it can accommodate some wooden boats or small and medium-sized iron ships, it is difficult to carry large iron ships like the Gray Whale One.
After comprehensive consideration, they finally chose to build a shipyard for large iron ships on the steeper north side.
At the same time, manufacturing large iron ships not only requires a large amount of metal, but also the workers and blacksmiths to go with it.
For this reason, Yun Qiong immediately decided to move the heavy industry part of the entire production process to the north and establish a new city.
The original Sea Iguana City would retain the light industry that manufactures sellable goods.
Moreover, through the railway spanning the two cities, as well as the original Dragon Lizard One train, the industrial products between them can be exchanged and help each other.
Enabling both sides to grow together.
Regarding Quan Li's humble remarks, Ye Xiaoxiao calmly replied: "It's just a slight voyage. Compared to the specific mileage, the time we spent was too short.
Moreover, we are not a weak bunch, so there is no need for you to worry, Senior."
Quan Li was satisfied with Ye Xiaoxiao's humble yet confident answer.
"Since that's the case, then I won't be polite. Next, we must discuss matters concerning the future."
Quan Li's expression suddenly became extremely serious, which made the atmosphere in the entire carriage sink.
Ye Xiaoxiao had been waiting for this for a long time. Her slightly hollow eyes looked directly at Quan Li without any hesitation.
"Please speak."
Quan Li took this opportunity to look around the four members of the Ye family, and found that they were all sitting silently beside Ye Xiaoxiao, facing the pressure from him together.
Seeing this, he couldn't help but secretly admire the integrity of the Ye family. "Since that's the case, then I won't be polite.
In fact, we are currently facing a shortage of physicians.
The city we are about to arrive at is a city of steam and steel. All the materials needed to manufacture trains and iron ships are produced there.
And such work will inevitably be accompanied by certain dangers.
Considering the city's population of over 100,000, even if only one percent of the people are injured every day, that's still over a thousand cases.
In comparison, there are very few physicians on our island who can provide effective treatment.
Now, our city's hospitals are already operating beyond capacity.
Therefore, although I am very sorry that you have just arrived on the island, I would like to ask you if you could enter the hospital as soon as possible and treat our patients."
Quan Li's face showed a look of guilt as he solemnly bowed to the Ye family representative, asking for their help.
Along with Quan Li's actions, the three people beside him also bowed to the three people in front of them, requesting their help.
This action directly caused the calm lake in Ye Xiaoxiao's eyes to shake violently.
She didn't have time to maintain her composure, and immediately stood up and raised her hand, saying: "Please rise, everyone. My Ye family is not worthy of such a great gift."
At this time, Quan Li raised his head and replied seriously: "A physician who can save people is worthy of respect in my eyes.
As long as someone can save the injured in my city, no matter who he is, I will not hesitate to bow down."
Ye Xiaoxiao saw in Quan Li's eyes the cherishment of the lives of the citizens and the respect for the physicians.
"If I were to serve as a physician under such a leader, it would surely be a happy thing."
As a physician with a medical heart, she suddenly felt a strong emotion of 'a scholar dies for his confidant'.
Ye Xiaoxiao's expression inexplicably relaxed, and a subtle smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.
"Now that you've said it to this extent, how can I refuse?"
The expression on Quan Li's face became full of anticipation, and he asked uncertainly: "You mean?"
Ye Xiaoxiao glanced at her family members, and saw that they were all supporting her with firm eyes.
She took a deep breath and made a decision.
"All the physicians of my Ye family are willing to join the hospital to heal the wounded and rescue the dying."
Hearing the definite answer, Quan Li stood up excitedly and laughed.
"Hahaha, good, good. On behalf of all the residents of the island, I thank you all.
At the same time, welcome everyone to join the island and become a part of it."
At this moment, the thick fog outside the window quickly dissipated, and the scenery outside the window suddenly became clear.
Orange lights shone into the carriage from outside the window.
On the side of the train, a huge, brightly lit town appeared.
Various tall and spacious buildings stood on the earth like giants.
The clear lights inside them formed a strong contrast with the darker surfaces of the buildings, giving people a mysterious and ancient feeling.
The top of each building had exhaust pipes extending upwards, and various strangely shaped steam locomotives were also traveling on the wide passages between the buildings.
The entire city was filled with all kinds of steam equipment. Just as Quan Li said, 'steam and steel' was the main theme of Furnace Flame City.
