Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1457 1472.
In a small town in GD Province, the sun shines through the blue sky onto the bustling streets. Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu are standing on the platform of the train station with their travel bags on their backs, their faces filled with anticipation and excitement for an unknown journey.

Li Xiao, a young man who loves adventure, has a sparkling curiosity about new things in his eyes. Zhang Yue, a gentle and careful girl, always notices the small details during the journey. Huang Xu, a humorous boy, always brings laughter during the journey.

"Brother Xiao, where is the first stop of our trip?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.

"Let's go to Guangzhou first. There are the famous Baiyun Mountain and Pearl River night cruise, as well as lots of delicious food." Li Xiao replied with a gleam in his eyes.

The train started slowly, and the journey of the three people officially began.

After arriving in Guangzhou, they first came to Baiyun Mountain. At the foot of the mountain, Li Xiao pointed to the winding mountain road and said, "Look, this is Baiyun Mountain. We have to climb up to see the most beautiful scenery."

Zhang Yue was a little hesitant, "Brother Xiao, this mountain looks so high, can we really climb it?"

Huang Xu smiled and patted Zhang Yue on the shoulder. "Yueyue, with Brother Xiao here, there's nothing to be afraid of. We can definitely climb up."

The three climbed the mountain while enjoying the scenery along the way, stopping from time to time to take pictures. After reaching the top of the mountain, they were deeply attracted by the scenery in front of them, with white clouds, the winding Pearl River, and the city's high-rise buildings shining in the sun.

"It's so beautiful here, Brother Xiao, the place you chose is really great!" Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao smiled proudly, "Of course, I did a lot of homework."

After going down the mountain, they came to the Pearl River and prepared to experience the night cruise on the Pearl River. As night fell, the lights on both sides of the Pearl River gradually lit up, reflecting on the water, sparkling and beautiful.

"Wow, the night view is so beautiful, I don't want to leave." Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Huang Xu joked: "Yueyue, if you don't leave, we have to leave. There are still many delicious foods waiting for us."

They boarded the cruise ship, and as the ship slowly moved forward, they could see the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. There were also wonderful performances on the cruise ship. They enjoyed the beautiful scenery, tasted delicious snacks, and enjoyed this wonderful night.

The next day, they came to Guangzhou's Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, where all kinds of special snacks and shops are gathered, and it is bustling with people coming and going.

"Brother Xiao, look at the dessert shop over there, let's go and try something." Zhang Yue said, pointing to a dessert shop that looked very unique.

"Good idea. I heard the double skin milk here is especially delicious." Li Xiao replied.

They walked into the dessert shop and ordered double skin milk, dessert and some snacks. Tasting the delicious desserts, the three of them felt very satisfied.

"The double skin milk here is so delicious. I will come again next time." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Huang Xu smiled and responded: "Yueyue, I will definitely accompany you next time you come."

On Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, they also visited many specialty shops and bought some local specialties as souvenirs.

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"Brother Xiao, where are we going next?" Zhang Yue asked.

"Our next stop is Shenzhen, where there is the Window of the World, where you can see famous places of interest from all over the world at once." Li Xiao replied.

"That's great! I've wanted to go to Window of the World for a long time." Zhang Yue said excitedly.

Huang Xu also agreed: "Yes, Window of the World must be very interesting. We can play there all day long."

In this way, the journey of the three people continued. They left beautiful memories in Guangzhou and then headed to their next destination, Shenzhen, with great anticipation.

Starting from Guangzhou, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu embarked on a journey to Shenzhen. The train traveled through the vast land of South Guangdong, and the scenery outside the window kept changing, from bustling cities to quiet fields, and then to rolling hills, and the moods of the three people also fluctuated accordingly.

"Brother Xiao, what kind of city is Shenzhen?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.

Li Xiao thought for a moment and replied, "Shenzhen is a vibrant modern city with many high-tech companies and innovative culture. Of course, our main purpose this time is to go to the Window of the World, where we can appreciate the scenery from all over the world."

Huang Xu interrupted, "Yes, I heard that there are many miniature versions of world attractions in Window of the World. We can travel around the world in one day!"

Zhang Yue's eyes sparkled with anticipation. "That would be amazing. I've already started imagining myself taking photos under the Eiffel Tower."

The train slowly pulled into Shenzhen Station. The three of them could not wait to walk out of the station and headed straight for Window of the World. As soon as they entered the park, they were shocked by the scene before their eyes. Famous places of interest from all over the world were presented in miniature, from the pyramids of Egypt to the Eiffel Tower of France, from the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy to the Taj Mahal in India. Each one was lifelike, making people feel as if they were in a miniature world.

"Wow, this place is so incredible!" Zhang Yue exclaimed. She took out her cell phone and kept taking pictures, trying to record every beautiful moment.

Li Xiao paid more attention to details. He carefully observed the characteristics of each building and explained their history and cultural background to Zhang Yue and Huang Xu from time to time.

Huang Xu enjoyed this relaxed atmosphere even more. He sometimes imitated the tour guides of various scenic spots and told all kinds of interesting anecdotes in an exaggerated tone, which made the three of them laugh.

During the tour, the three did not forget to try various foods. They tasted authentic Italian pasta and pizza in a small restaurant in the park and felt the exotic flavor.

“The pizza here is so delicious, completely different from what we usually eat.” Zhang Yue said while eating.

Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, traveling is about trying new things and experiencing different cultures."

Huang Xu joked: "Yueyue, your words can be used as our motto for this trip."

As night fell, the lights of Window of the World gradually lit up, and the entire park became more charming. The three of them sat down by the fountain under the Eiffel Tower, enjoying the cool evening breeze and the beautiful night view.

"Brother Xiao, what do you think of our trip?" Zhang Yue asked.

Li Xiao pondered for a moment, then said: "This trip has taught me a lot and made me cherish our friendship even more. I believe that no matter where we go, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible."

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu both nodded in agreement. The three of them smiled at each other, their hearts filled with anticipation for the future journey.

The next day, they decided to go to another famous attraction in Shenzhen, Dameisha Seaside Park. There, they will experience a natural scenery that is completely different from the Window of the World. The morning sun shines through the curtains and falls on the faces of Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu. They stretch themselves and sit up from the bed, ready to greet the new day. Today, they plan to go to Dameisha Seaside Park to experience the seaside scenery of Shenzhen.

"Brother Xiao, we are going to the beach today, are you ready?" Zhang Yue asked excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and replied: "Of course, I can't wait to feel the waves hitting my feet."

Huang Xu joked: "Yueyue, don't get washed away by the waves. I can't swim."

The three of them took the subway to Dameisha in a relaxed and happy mood. As soon as they walked out of the subway station, the fresh sea breeze blew towards them, with a hint of saltiness, making people feel relaxed and happy.

They strolled along the coastline, watching the blue water sparkle in the sun, and tourists playing or sunbathing on the beach. Li Xiao suggested renting a beach volleyball and playing together on the beach.

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"Good idea, how about we have a game of beach volleyball?" Li Xiao suggested.

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu both agreed, and they rented a volleyball and a net and started a friendly match. Although the skills were uneven, everyone had a lot of fun, with laughter and cheers coming one after another.

"Brother Xiao, your serve is too hard, I can't catch it!" Huang Xu pretended to complain.

Zhang Yue smiled and encouraged: "It's okay, Brother Xu, the most important thing is to participate and enjoy the process!"

After the beach volleyball game, the three of them sat on the beach to rest, enjoying the sea breeze and sunshine. Zhang Yue took out his mobile phone and recorded the beauty of this moment.

“Brother Xiao, look, our photos today are so lively. I’m going to make an album out of them when I get back,” said Zhang Yue.

Li Xiao nodded: "Good idea, these photos are precious memories of our trip."

Huang Xu suggested: "We can also fly kites at the beach. I loved flying kites when I was a kid."

So they rented a colorful kite, ran on the beach, and watched the kite soaring in the blue sky and white clouds, feeling extremely happy.

As the sun gradually set, the scenery of the seaside became more charming. The three decided to have a meal at a restaurant by the sea and taste the fresh seafood.

"The seafood here is so fresh and tastes amazing!" Zhang Yue exclaimed while eating.

Li Xiao suggested: "After dinner, we can take a walk on the beach and watch the sunset."

Huang Xu nodded: "Yes, the sunset at the seaside must be beautiful, we should not miss it."

After dinner, the three of them strolled along the beach, watching the sun slowly sink into the sea level, dyeing the sky golden, and the waves gently hitting the beach, making a peaceful and melodious sound.

“Brother Xiao, this trip was really great. I learned a lot and experienced a lot.” Zhang Yue said with emotion.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Yes, that's the meaning of travel, it allows us to broaden our horizons and experience different lives."

Huang Xu added: "Moreover, the most important thing is that the three of us can experience these wonderful times together. This friendship is the most precious."

The three of them stood quietly on the beach, watching the last ray of sunlight disappear on the sea level, their hearts filled with anticipation and longing for the future journey.

As night fell, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu decided to find a B&B in a small shop by the sea to stay in. They chose a B&B with a warm atmosphere. The owner was a passionate local who introduced them to the surrounding nightlife and snacks.

"Boss, do you have any recommendations for delicious food around here?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.

The boss smiled and replied: "We have a very famous seafood barbecue restaurant here. You can go there to try it in the evening. It is guaranteed to be fresh and delicious."

Huang Xu said excitedly: "That's great, I like seafood barbecue the most, we must try it tonight."

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Okay, let's take a break first and enjoy a seafood dinner in the evening."

In the evening, the three of them came to the seafood barbecue restaurant recommended by the boss. The restaurant was brightly lit, crowded, and filled with the aroma of various seafood. They ordered grilled fish, grilled shrimp, grilled oysters, etc., and a few bottles of iced beer.

"The grilled fish here is so delicious, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and tastes fresh." Zhang Yue exclaimed as he ate.

Huang Xu drank beer in big gulps and said with satisfaction: "It's a perfect match with ice-cold beer!"

Li Xiao smiled and raised his glass: "Cheers to our journey, and to this friendship!"

The three of them clinked their glasses, their faces filled with happy smiles. After dinner, they walked along the beach, enjoying the tranquility of the night and the cool sea breeze.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going next?" Zhang Yue asked.

Li Xiao thought for a moment and said, "Let's go to Yunnan for the next stop. There is the beautiful Lijiang Ancient Town and the spectacular Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. I believe you will like it."

Huang Xu said excitedly: "I have heard of Lijiang Ancient Town. The scenery there is picturesque and there is rich ethnic culture. I have wanted to go there for a long time."

Zhang Yue also nodded and expressed her anticipation: "Yes, I am also looking forward to going to Yunnan and experiencing the natural scenery and cultural atmosphere there."

The next morning, the three packed their luggage, said goodbye to the enthusiastic B&B owner, and set off on a journey to Yunnan. The train passed through the mountains and rivers of GD Province, entered Guangxi, passed through Guizhou, and finally arrived in Yunnan.

When they arrived at Lijiang Ancient Town, they were deeply attracted by the scenery in front of them. The streets of the ancient town were lined with antique buildings, pedestrians were constantly walking on the stone slabs, small bridges flowed by water, and willow trees were swaying, creating a peaceful and tranquil scene.

"It's so beautiful here, it's like walking into a painting," Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao smiled and replied: "Yes, Lijiang Ancient Town is a place that many people yearn for. We should enjoy everything here."

Huang Xu couldn't wait to say: "Let's find a place to stay and explore this beautiful ancient city!"