Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1408 1423.

Li Xiao stood on the bustling streets of BJ, looking at the ancient and modern city in front of him, feeling an inexplicable excitement in his heart. His friends Zhang Yue and Huang Xu followed closely behind, and all three of them were attracted to Tiananmen Square in the distance.

"Brother Xiao, look at the kite over there, it's flying so high!" Zhang Yue pointed to the colorful kite flying in the sky and said excitedly.

Li Xiao looked up and saw a huge dragon-shaped kite soaring among the blue sky and white clouds. Its vigorous figure seemed to show the world the vitality and freedom of the city.

"Yes, BJ's spring is always so refreshing." Li Xiao responded with a smile, his eyes traveling across the square. From ancient buildings to modern high-rise buildings, every place was full of stories.

Huang Xu took out his camera and recorded everything in front of him. He is a photography enthusiast and is always passionate about capturing beautiful moments.

"Brother Xiao, where should we go next?" Zhang Yue asked, eyes shining with anticipation.

Li Xiao thought for a while, then pointed to the National Museum not far away, "Let's go there. There is an exhibition about China's five thousand years of civilization. I think you will like it."

The three of them took steps towards the museum. The sun shines on them, warm and bright, just like their young hearts, full of infinite possibilities. Following the pace of the three of them, they gradually approached the magnificent National Museum. Li Xiao's eyes lingered on the stone pillars and carvings of the museum, and he couldn't help but be in awe of the majesty and historical accumulation of this building.

"This building is really spectacular. Every time I come here, I have a new experience." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue seemed a little excited. She was full of curiosity about history and always liked to explore ancient secrets in museums. "Brother Xiao, do you remember the Tang Dynasty exhibition we went to see last time? Those pottery figurines and murals were so beautiful."

Huang Xu pays more attention to details. His eyes scan every corner of the museum, looking for the best shooting angle. "The light and shadows here provide perfect conditions for photography."

When they walked into the museum, they were greeted by a sense of history. Li Xiao led his friends through the exhibition halls. Each exhibit told a story and each mural depicted an era.

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In the exhibition area of ​​ancient bronzes, Zhang Yue was attracted by an exquisite bronze tripod. "Look at this tripod, how delicate the decorations are!" She marveled and couldn't help but reach out and touch it gently.

Li Xiao smiled and reminded her: "Yueyue, you can't touch the exhibits casually in the museum."

Huang Xu raised his camera on the side, capturing Zhang Yue's focused expression and the ancient charm of the bronze tripod. "This photo will definitely make you feel good."

They continued walking and came to a huge landscape painting. Li Xiao stopped and stared at the mountains and rivers in the painting, as if he could feel the tranquility and profoundness in the painter's pen.

"This painting is so beautiful, Brother Xiao, look at the mountains and water, they are just like real things." Zhang Yue praised.

Li Xiao nodded, his eyes lingering on the painting, seeming to be looking for something. "Yes, the landscape in this painting reminds me of the Zhangjiajie we went to last time. The scenery there is also so spectacular."

Huang Xu was quietly observing from the sidelines. He discovered the interaction between Li Xiao and Zhang Yue while appreciating the paintings, which gave him a new idea. "Brother Xiao, Yueyue, how about we play a little game. How about we each choose an exhibit, describe it, and let the other party guess which one it is?"

Li Xiao and Zhang Yue looked at each other and smiled, both excited about the proposal. "Okay, that's a good idea, it's quite interesting."

So, the three started their game, and every exhibit in the museum became an object of exploration and discovery for them. Their laughter and discussions echoed throughout the exhibition hall, adding a touch of energy and fun to this historic place.

As the game begins, the atmosphere in the museum becomes more lively. Li Xiao first chose an exhibit. He stood in front of a Qing Dynasty jade carving screen and began to describe:

"The exhibit I chose is carved from the most exquisite jade, with patterns of landscapes and flying birds. Every stroke and every stroke reveals the craftsman's exquisite skills."

Zhang Yue looked around, his eyes quickly scanning among the many exhibits, trying to find the screen Li Xiao described. Huang Xu was observing quietly from the side, his eyes moving back and forth between Li Xiao and Zhang Yue, the camera in his hand ready to capture wonderful moments at any time.

Zhang Yue finally found the jade carving screen in a corner. She ran over excitedly and looked at it carefully. "Found it! Brother Xiao, your description is so accurate. The patterns on this screen are so lifelike."

Next was Zhang Yue's turn, and she chose a three-color horse from the Tang Dynasty. She described excitedly:

"The exhibit I chose is a horse. Its colors are very bright, including yellow, green and white. The horse's posture is very vivid, as if it will run at any time."

Li Xiao and Huang Xu were both curious about the tricolor horse, and they began to search in the museum. Huang Xu's photography eye allowed him to quickly spot the target, and he motioned for Li Xiao to come over.

"Yueyue, you described it so well. This horse really feels like it's eager to try." Li Xiao praised it.

Finally it was Huang Xu’s turn, and he chose a celadon vase from the Song Dynasty. His voice was calm and contagious:

"The exhibit I chose has simple lines and an elegant cyan color. There is a looming lotus pattern on the bottle, which gives people a sense of tranquility and distance."

Li Xiao and Zhang Yue were both attracted by this description, and they began to search in the porcelain area. Zhang Yue's eyes suddenly lit up. She discovered the celadon vase and excitedly called Li Xiao over to take a look.

"Brother Xu, your description is so poetic. The color and pattern of this celadon bottle are really beautiful." Zhang Yue praised.

After the game was over, the three of them sat down in the museum's cafe and shared their fun and feelings about the exhibits. Li Xiao suggested:

"Let's go to the Forbidden City next. There is more history and stories waiting for us to discover there."

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu both agreed. They packed their things and prepared to go to the next destination. When they walked out of the museum, the sun was still shining brightly, and their mood was just like the spring sunshine, full of anticipation and excitement.

The three people left the National Museum and headed along Chang'an Avenue in the direction of the Forbidden City. In spring in BJ, the sun is bright and the breeze is not dry, making it a good time to visit. The willow trees on both sides of the street sway in the wind, and their green leaves shine in the sun, adding a bit of vitality to the city. "Brother Xiao, look at the willow tree over there, it seems to be welcoming us to the Forbidden City." Zhang Yue pointed to the willow tree on the roadside and said happily.

Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, spring in BJ is always so charming, every tree and every flower is full of vitality."

Huang Xu was adjusting the camera settings on the side. He wanted to capture the BJ in this spring day. "The light is great. I will take more photos when I get to the Forbidden City later."

They walked through Tiananmen Square and came to the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City. The ancient palace complex in front of you is majestic, magnificent and resplendent, which makes people awe-inspiring.

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"Wow, this is the Forbidden City. It's even more shocking than what you see in the photos!" Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao nodded, and his eyes swept over the Meridian Gate tower. He was extremely shocked by the exquisite carvings and paintings. "Yes, the Forbidden City is a treasure of ancient Chinese architecture. Every brick and every tile contains profound history and culture."

Huang Xu quickly found a suitable shooting angle. He wanted to record this magnificent building with his lens. "Brother Xiao, Yueyue, look at the turret over there. It's so beautiful. Let's go over and have a look."

They walked along the city wall toward the turret. Along the way, Li Xiao introduced the history and architectural features of the Forbidden City to Zhang Yue and Huang Xu. They listened to Li Xiao's explanation and had a deeper understanding of this palace complex.

When they came to the corner tower, Huang Xu was immediately attracted by the beautiful scenery in front of him. He raised the camera, adjusted the angle, and then pressed the shutter to freeze this beautiful picture in the lens.

"Brother Xiao, what do you think of this photo of mine?" Huang Xu excitedly showed his work to Li Xiao.

Li Xiao took a look and praised: "Brother Xu, your skills are getting better and better. This turret looks even more spectacular under your lens."

Zhang Yue also came over to take a look. She was also very interested in photography. "Brother Xu, can you teach me some photography skills? I also want to take such beautiful photos."

Huang Xu smiled and agreed: "Of course you can. Photography is actually very simple. The key is to find the right light and angle."

They continued to tour the Forbidden City while chatting about photography. Every palace and every corridor made them feel extremely shocked. They seemed to have traveled through time and space and returned to that glorious dynasty.

As the sun gradually rose, more and more tourists came to the Forbidden City. The three of them walked through the crowd and continued to explore this ancient palace.

"Brother Xiao, look at the palace over there. What are those little beasts on the roof?" Zhang Yue pointed to the roof of a palace and asked curiously.

Li Xiao looked up and explained: "Those are ridged beasts, a decoration on ancient Chinese architecture. Each beast has its own symbolic meaning. For example, the dragon represents the imperial power and the phoenix represents the queen."

Huang Xu raised his camera and pointed it at the ridged beasts. He wanted to capture these details. "These vertebrates are really beautiful, each one has a different shape and expression."

They continued to move forward and arrived in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. The Hall of Supreme Harmony is the largest palace in the Forbidden City and the place where the emperor held grand ceremonies. Zhang Yue was shocked by the momentum of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. She sighed: "This is the Hall of Supreme Harmony. It feels like walking into a history book."

Li Xiao nodded, and his eyes swept over every corner of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. He was extremely shocked by the exquisite carvings and murals. "Yes, the Hall of Supreme Harmony is the essence of the Forbidden City. Every detail reflects the royal dignity and majesty."

Huang Xu was observing quietly from the side. He noticed a pair of bronze lions in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. They were majestic and magnificent. "Brother Xiao, Yueyue, look at those pair of bronze lions, they are really spectacular."

Zhang Yue and Li Xiao both walked over. They looked at the pair of bronze lions carefully and were filled with admiration. Li Xiao said: "This pair of bronze lions are the patron saints of the Forbidden City. They have witnessed the vicissitudes of the Forbidden City."

Huang Xu raised his camera and photographed the pair of bronze lions from different angles. He wanted to capture their majesty and power. "These bronze lions are so impressive. I want to make them more vivid."

The three of them stayed in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony for a long time, and they were deeply attracted by everything here. After that, they visited other palaces and exhibitions, and they were shocked by every exhibit.

As time went by, the sun began to set in the west, and the tourists in the Forbidden City gradually dispersed. The three of them found a quiet corner in the imperial garden of the Forbidden City and sat down to rest.

"Today is really an eye-opener. Every part of the Forbidden City is full of history and culture." Zhang Yue said with emotion.

Li Xiao nodded. He looked at the Forbidden City under the sunset, and his heart was filled with emotion. "Yes, the Forbidden City is a treasure of China. It bears witness to China's history and culture."

Huang Xu was sorting out his photos on the side. He wanted to record everything he saw and felt today. "Today's harvest is really great. I want to organize all these photos and make a photo album."

They just sat in the imperial garden, chatting and enjoying the quiet time. It wasn't until the sun set and the lights of the Forbidden City gradually turned on that they reluctantly left the ancient palace.

As the last glow of the Forbidden City gradually faded away, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu passed through the bustling crowd and walked out of this historical palace. They were still immersed in the endless reverie of the Forbidden City, but the growling of their stomachs reminded them that it was time to look for dinner.

"Let's go to Wangfujing Snack Street. There are many BJ's traditional snacks there, which can satisfy our appetite." Li Xiao suggested.

Zhang Yue nodded excitedly. She had heard about BJ's snacks for a long time and had always wanted to try them herself. "That's great. I heard that BJ's fried noodles and bean paste are very famous. I must try them today."