Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1521 1437.
"Brother Xiao, riding a horse feels so great. I feel like an ancient nomad." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, horse riding is one of the best ways to experience grassland culture."

In the afternoon, they attended a Nadam Festival on the grassland. Nadam is a traditional Mongolian festival that includes horse racing, wrestling, archery and other events. The two watched the fierce competition and felt the enthusiasm and bravery of the grassland people.

"Brother Xiao, look at that wrestler, he's so strong!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing at the wrestler on the field.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the Nadam Festival is a stage to showcase the strength and skills of grassland men."

In the evening, the two enjoyed an authentic Mongolian dinner in a yurt on the grassland, such as hand-pulled meat and milk tea. Huang Pengfei praised these delicacies highly.

"Brother Xiao, this hand-pulled meat is so delicious, and the milk tea is also very fragrant." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Yes, the Mongolian food here is very authentic and has a unique flavor."

After dinner, they attended a bonfire party. A blazing bonfire was lit on the grassland, and people sat around the fire, singing and dancing, enjoying the joy of the grassland night.

"Brother Xiao, the party here is so lively. I feel like I have completely integrated into the life of the grassland." Huang Pengfei danced by the campfire with a happy smile on his face.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Yes, bonfire parties are an important part of grassland culture."

After the party, the two lay on the grassland, looking up at the starry sky, feeling the tranquility and vastness of the grassland at night.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, we will go to Lijiang, Yunnan, and experience the ancient city style there again."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Lijiang Ancient Town, I want to go there again to see the beautiful scenery."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day on the Hulunbuir grassland and prepared for the next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set out on their journey to Lijiang again. Unlike the novelty of the first time, this time they were familiar with and looking forward to the ancient city, and their hearts were filled with nostalgia for the good memories.

"Brother Xiao, the last time I came to Lijiang Ancient Town, I felt like I didn't stay long enough." Huang Pengfei said expectantly while looking at the sea of ​​clouds outside the window of the plane.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, the beauty of Lijiang Ancient Town is worth every one of us to visit many times."

After arriving in Lijiang, the two did not go directly to the ancient city, but chose to rest for a while in the inn. The afternoon sun shone through the curtains and sprinkled on the floor of the room, bringing a leisurely atmosphere.

"Brother Xiao, do you want to try something new when we go to the ancient city this time?" Huang Pengfei suggested.

Li Xiao nodded, "Of course, we can go and experience the local handicrafts, such as Naxi embroidery."

The two came to a handicraft shop in the ancient city, which was filled with various Naxi handicrafts, colorful and exquisitely crafted. Under the guidance of the shop owner, they tried to learn the Naxi embroidery skills.

"Brother Xiao, look at the pattern I embroidered. Does it look like it?" Huang Pengfei was embroidering seriously. Although his technique was a little unfamiliar, he was very interested.

Li Xiao encouraged with a smile, "Not bad, it's great that you can embroider like this for the first time."

In the evening, they strolled along the streets of the ancient city, feeling the nightlife of Lijiang. The lights on the bar street gradually lit up, and various music and songs intertwined to create a unique atmosphere.

"Brother Xiao, let's go to the bar over there and experience the nightlife of Lijiang." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a bar with a unique style.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement. "Good idea. The bar culture here is also a major feature of Lijiang."

In the bar, the two tasted local beer and listened to live music performances. Huang Pengfei also tried to communicate with local musicians and learned some simple percussion instruments.

"Brother Xiao, the music here is very infectious. I can't help but want to sway to the rhythm." Huang Pengfei swayed his body to the music and looked very happy.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Yes, music is a bridge that transcends language and culture."

Late at night, the two enjoyed a late-night snack in a small restaurant in the ancient city. The steaming rice noodles and various snacks made them feel warm and satisfied.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked, his eyes flashing with longing for the future journey.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, we will go to Libo, Guizhou, to explore the karst landforms there."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Libo, I heard that the natural landscape there is very unique."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Lijiang Ancient Town and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived in Libo, Guizhou in the morning dew. They stood at the entrance of the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area, with lush forests in front of them, the sound of gurgling streams in their ears, and a fresh breath in the air.

"Brother Xiao, the air here is so fresh. I feel like my whole body is cleansed." Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and a happy expression appeared on his face.

Li Xiao nodded, "Libo is famous for its unique karst landforms and clear waters, and is known as the 'Emerald on Earth'."

The two began their exploration journey. They followed the wooden plank road into the scenic area and first came to the Xiaoqikong Bridge. The ancient bridge spanned the turquoise water, surrounded by lush trees and had a pleasant scenery.

"Brother Xiao, look at this bridge, it's full of history." Huang Pengfei stood on the bridge, looking at the flowing water under the bridge.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, the Xiaoqikong Bridge is one of the iconic attractions here."

Continuing on, they came to the water forest. The trees here grew in the water, forming a unique landscape. The clear water flowed between the trees, and the sunlight shone through the gaps between the leaves and sprinkled on the water, sparkling with golden light.

"Brother Xiao, the scenery here is so magical that trees can actually grow in the water." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao explained: "This is one of the characteristics of karst landforms. The long-term erosion and sedimentation of water has created such a natural wonder."

In the afternoon, the two tasted local snacks such as sour soup fish and glutinous rice cake in the rest area of ​​the scenic area. Huang Pengfei praised these delicacies highly.

"Brother Xiao, this sour soup fish is just the right amount of sour and spicy, and the glutinous rice cake is soft and delicious. It's so delicious!" Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Yes, the food here incorporates local characteristics and has a unique flavor."

In the evening, the two sat quietly on a viewing platform, admiring Libo under the sunset. The golden sunlight sprinkled on the karst peaks, and the whole scenic area was dyed with a layer of golden glory.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked. Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, we will go to Jiuzhaigou in Sichuan and visit the colorful pools and waterfalls there again."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Jiuzhaigou, I want to go there again to see the beautiful scenery."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Libo and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to Jiuzhaigou again. This time they chose a different season, hoping to experience natural beauty that is different from before.

"Brother Xiao, Jiuzhaigou must have different beauty in different seasons, right?" Huang Pengfei asked expectantly.

Li Xiao nodded, "Of course, Jiuzhaigou has its own unique charm in every season. This time we came in autumn, so we can see colorful autumn leaves."

The two strolled on the plank road of Jiuzhaigou. Jiuzhaigou in autumn is like a palette of nature, with various colors intertwined together to form a moving picture.

"Brother Xiao, look at the leaves over there, red, yellow, and green, they are so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed, pointing at the colorful leaves.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "In the autumn in Jiuzhaigou, the changing colors of the leaves add more vitality to this land."

They came to the Nuorilang Waterfall again. Under the sunlight, the waterfall in autumn seemed to have a hint of gold in the mist, making it even more spectacular.

"Brother Xiao, this waterfall seems to look even more majestic in autumn." Huang Pengfei stood in front of the waterfall, feeling the coolness brought by the mist.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the waterfall in autumn has abundant water and is even more majestic."

In the afternoon, the two sat quietly on a viewing platform in Jiuzhaigou, savoring a picnic of local specialties and enjoying the tranquility and beauty of autumn.

"Brother Xiao, the food here is very special. The bacon and wild vegetables are all local specialties." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Yes, the food here is also a great enjoyment during the trip."

In the evening, the two were watching the sunset on a high ground in Jiuzhaigou. The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the Colorful Pool, and golden ripples appeared on the water surface.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, we will go to Qinghai Lake in Qinghai to experience the plateau lake scenery there."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Qinghai Lake, a place I have always longed for."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Jiuzhaigou and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

“Yes, the mosaics here are very famous and they tell many biblical stories,” Li Xiao explained.

In the evening, they enjoyed dinner at a traditional Venetian restaurant, sampling the local seafood and famous squid pasta.

"This cuttlefish noodle tastes really special, Brother Xiao, what do you think?" Huang Pengfei asked while eating.

"Well, the seafood here is very fresh, and the cuttlefish noodles are also very special." Li Xiao replied.

After dinner, they attended a Venetian masked ball. The gorgeous costumes, exquisite masks and cheerful music made the whole ball full of joy and mystery.

"Brother Xiao, this dance party is so interesting. I have never participated in such an event." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

“Yes, Pengfei. Venice’s mask culture is very famous, and tonight’s experience has allowed us to better understand the traditions of this city.” Li Xiao said.

Late at night, the two walked along the canal in Venice, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the night. They talked about their experiences of the day and shared their feelings with each other.

"Brother Xiao, this trip allowed me to see a lot of things that I had only seen in books before. I feel very lucky." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Pengfei. Traveling allows us to experience the diversity of the world firsthand and makes us cherish every exploration more. Tomorrow, we will go to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. I believe you will like it."

Under the moonlight in Venice, the two made a new travel wish and looked forward to continuing their cultural journey in Florence.

Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, welcomed Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei with its rich artistic heritage and architectural treasures. They stood on Piazzale Michelangelo, overlooking the panoramic view of the city, and their hearts were filled with longing for the art journey that was about to begin.

"Brother Xiao, look at this city, it's full of ancient buildings and sculptures, it's so spectacular." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded. “Yes, Pengfei, Florence is a treasure trove of art. We are going to visit the Uffizi Gallery and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore today.”

They first came to the Uffizi Gallery, which houses masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and other masters. The two strolled in the gallery, admiring every painting and feeling the power of art.

"Brother Xiao, these paintings are so beautiful. I feel like I have traveled back to the Renaissance." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

"Indeed, Pengfei. Every piece here is priceless and represents the pinnacle of human art." Li Xiao responded.

Then they visited the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and were amazed by the grandeur and beauty of this Gothic building. They stood in front of the cathedral and looked up at the famous red, green and white marble facade.

"Brother Xiao, look at the facade of this church, the colors are so harmoniously matched." Huang Pengfei said, pointing at the facade.

“Yes, the architectural art here is equally amazing. The architects in Florence have perfectly combined aesthetics and engineering,” Li Xiao explained.

In the afternoon, they rested at a local cafe and tasted Italy's famous cappuccino and tiramisu.

"This tiramisu is really delicious, Brother Xiao, I think it's better than any I've had before." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

"Yes, Pengfei. The desserts here are also famous, and every bite is a pleasure." Li Xiao replied with a smile.

In the evening, they attended a traditional Florence concert. The classical instruments and melodies echoed in the ancient buildings, bringing them an unforgettable artistic experience.

"Brother Xiao, this concert is so wonderful. I feel like I'm surrounded by the music." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

“Yes, Pengfei. Music is another artistic treasure of Florence, and tonight’s experience is very rare.” Li Xiao said.

As night fell, the two walked the streets of Florence, discussing what they had seen and felt during the day. They gained a deeper understanding of the city's art and culture, and developed a deep affection for the city.

"Brother Xiao, this trip gave me a new understanding of art, and I feel that I love life even more." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.