Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1523 1439.
Li Xiao stood in front of the bustling train station, looking at the historic city in front of him, and felt an inexplicable excitement in his heart. He turned to look at Huang Pengfei beside him and said with a smile: "Pengfei, we have finally arrived at the ancient city of Xi'an, the starting point of this trip."

Huang Pengfei scratched his head, his eyes gleaming with anticipation: "Brother Xiao, I heard that the Terracotta Warriors here are world-famous. I have to take a good look at them."

The two walked through the crowd and boarded the tourist bus to the Terracotta Warriors. Along the way, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei chatted and talked about their expectations and plans for the trip.

"Brother Xiao, are you particularly looking forward to anything on this trip?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.

Li Xiao looked at the scenery passing by outside the window and pondered for a moment: "I am not only looking forward to those places of interest, but also looking forward to experiencing the customs and practices of different places in the process."

The bus slowly stopped in front of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, and the two followed the crowd into this mysterious underground palace. Standing in front of the huge Terracotta Warriors and Horses pit, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were shocked by the spectacular sight before them.

"This is really incredible, Brother Xiao, look at those terracotta warriors, each one is lifelike." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, this is not only the crystallization of art, but also a witness to history."

After the tour, the two walked out of the museum, the sun shining on them, warm and comfortable. They decided to taste the local specialties.

"I heard that the roujiamo here is very famous, let's go and try it." Li Xiao suggested.

Huang Pengfei responded immediately: "Okay, I've been hungry for a long time."

The two found a time-honored snack bar and ordered Roujiamo and Liangpi. Huang Pengfei took a bite of Roujiamo and his mouth was full of fragrance: "This tastes really great, Xiao brother, you try it."

Li Xiao also tasted it and nodded in praise: "It's really good. The beginning of this trip gave us a good impression."

After eating and drinking, the two went to see a local folk performance and felt the strong regional culture. After the performance, they also bought some local specialties as souvenirs.

As night fell, the two returned to the hotel. Li Xiao sat in front of the window, looking at the night view of the ancient city outside the window, his heart full of satisfaction and expectation: "Pengfei, let's go to Huashan tomorrow. I heard that the sunrise there is very spectacular."

Huang Pengfei was lying on the bed, looking through the photos on his phone: "Brother Xiao, I'm already looking forward to it. This trip will definitely be exciting."

The two ended the first day's trip with laughter and looked forward to the adventure of the second day.

The first rays of sunlight in the morning shone through the curtains. Li Xiao opened his eyes and stretched. He gently woke up Huang Pengfei: "Pengfei, get up. Today we are going to Mount Huashan to watch the sunrise."

Huang Pengfei rubbed his eyes and yawned: "Sunrise? It sounds beautiful, but isn't Mount Huashan famous for its steepness?"

Li Xiao smiled and said, "It is precisely because of its steepness that the sunrise is more magnificent. Get up quickly and don't miss this rare opportunity."

After a quick breakfast, the two drove to Huashan. Along the way, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei discussed the history and legends of Huashan and were full of anticipation for the upcoming adventure.

"Brother Xiao, I heard that Huashan has five peaks. Which one are we going to?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.

"Our goal today is East Peak, which is the best place to watch the sunrise." Li Xiao replied, his eyes flashing with desire for the unknown.

After a bumpy mountain road, the two finally arrived at the foot of Mount Hua. Looking up, they saw the peak of Mount Hua reaching into the sky, surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland.

"Wow, this mountain is so spectacular. I can't wait to climb it." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao patted his shoulder and said, "Then let's start conquering this mountain."

The two began their climbing journey. Along the way, they met various tourists, some of whom were taking photos and some were admiring the wonders of nature. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei encouraged each other and moved forward step by step towards the top of the mountain.

"Brother Xiao, look at the cliff over there, it's so steep." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the cliff on one side.

"Yes, but this is also the charm of Mount Huashan." Li Xiao responded, while carefully moving along the mountain road.

After several hours of hard work, the two finally reached the East Peak. At this time, the sky was already pale and a red sun was slowly rising.

"Look, the sunrise!" Huang Pengfei pointed to the east and shouted excitedly.

Li Xiao was also deeply attracted by the scene in front of him. He saw a red sun jumping out from the sea of ​​clouds, dyeing the whole sky golden. The two stood quietly on the top of the mountain, feeling the magnificence and tranquility of nature.

"Pengfei, this moment is so beautiful. All the efforts are worth it." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Huang Pengfei nodded: "Yes, Brother Xiao, this trip allowed me to see a different world."

As the sun rose, the two began to go down the mountain. On the way down the mountain, they met some local mountain people and listened to their legends and stories about Huashan, which deepened their understanding and feelings for this land.

After returning to the foot of the mountain, the two found a local restaurant and tasted the special dishes of Huashan. After the meal, they also bought some special products of Huashan as a souvenir of this trip.

As night fell, the two sat on the balcony of the hotel, recalling today's journey, their hearts filled with satisfaction and gratitude.

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

Li Xiao looked at the starry sky and said with a smile: "Tomorrow, we will go to Lijiang to experience the charm of the ancient city and Naxi culture there."

Under the starlight, the two made a wish for their next trip and looked forward to the new journey.

In the early morning, the plane that Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were on slowly landed at Lijiang Airport. When they walked out of the airport, the fresh air and warm sunshine rushed towards them, and their moods became relaxed and happy.

"Brother Xiao, the air here is so good. I feel much more energetic." Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and said with emotion.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Yes, the natural environment of Lijiang is indeed refreshing. Let's go to the ancient city area first and experience the leisurely life there."

The two took a taxi and walked through the streets of Lijiang to the ancient city. As soon as they entered the ancient city, they were attracted by the simplicity and tranquility here. The stone roads, wooden buildings, and clear streams all seemed so harmonious and natural.

"The buildings here are very distinctive, and each one looks like a painting." Huang Pengfei exclaimed and took out his camera to record these beautiful scenes.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Yes, and the pace of life here is very slow, which is very suitable for us to relax."

They strolled in the ancient city, visited famous attractions such as the Mu Mansion and Sifang Street, and felt the history and culture of the Naxi people. On Sifang Street, they also met a group of Naxi people wearing ethnic costumes, who were performing traditional dance activities.

"Brother Xiao, let's join them. It looks fun." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao nodded, and the two joined the dancing team, dancing with the local residents to the rhythm of the music, and experiencing the folk customs of the Naxi people. After dancing, the two found a local snack bar and tasted Lijiang's specialties - chicken bean jelly and butter tea.

"This chicken bean jelly tastes really good, and the butter tea has a unique flavor." Huang Pengfei commented while eating.

Li Xiao also enjoyed the food: "The food here, like the culture, has its own unique charm."

After eating and drinking, the two continued to stroll around the ancient city and bought some Naxi handicrafts as souvenirs. As night fell, the lights of the ancient city gradually lit up, and the entire ancient city became more charming.

"Brother Xiao, look, the night view of the ancient city is also beautiful." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the lights in the distance.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Lijiang has different beauty during the day and at night."

The two stayed in an inn in the ancient city. At night, they drank tea and chatted on the terrace of the inn, enjoying the leisurely time in Lijiang.

"Pengfei, let's go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain tomorrow. The scenery there must be beautiful too." Li Xiao suggested.

Huang Pengfei responded excitedly: "Great, I can't wait to see the magnificence of the snow-capped mountains."

The two planned tomorrow's itinerary under the starlight, their hearts full of curiosity and anticipation about the unknown.

In the morning, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei got up early and prepared to go to Yulong Snow Mountain. They put on heavy down jackets and took the necessary equipment, because they knew that the temperature on the snow mountain would be very low.

"Brother Xiao, I heard that Yulong Snow Mountain is covered with snow all year round. Can we see snow today?" Huang Pengfei asked excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and replied: "Of course, we will not only see snow, but also the magnificent scenery of the snow-capped mountains."

The two took the cable car and slowly ascended. As the altitude increased, their vision became wider and wider. When they reached the top of the mountain, a white snow scene came into view. The sun shone on the snow, reflecting a dazzling light.

"Wow, this place is so beautiful, just like a fairy tale world." Huang Pengfei exclaimed and couldn't help taking out his mobile phone to take pictures.

Li Xiao was also immersed in the beautiful scenery: "Indeed, the scenery of Yulong Snow Mountain is refreshing."

They walked on the snow, the snow under their feet made a "crunching" sound, and each step left deep footprints. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei played snowball fights and made snowmen in the snow, enjoying the fun of the snow.

"Brother Xiao, what do you think of this snowman I made?" Huang Pengfei asked proudly, pointing at the snowman he made.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Not bad, very creative."

As time went by, they began to go down the mountain. On the way down the mountain, they met a group of local Naxi people who were holding a sacrificial ceremony.

"Brother Xiao, let's go and take a look. This may be a good opportunity to learn about the local culture." Huang Pengfei suggested.

Li Xiao agreed, and the two joined the sacrificial activities. Although they could not understand the Naxi language, they could feel their awe of nature and love of life from their expressions and actions.

After the event, the two tasted local specialties - butter tea and yak jerky - at a restaurant at the foot of the mountain. These foods were not only delicious but also rich in energy, providing them with sufficient physical strength.

"This yak jerky is very chewy and tastes very fragrant." Huang Pengfei said while chewing the beef jerky.

Li Xiao also enjoyed the food: "Yes, the food here is always unforgettable."

As night fell, the two returned to Lijiang Ancient Town. On the terrace of the inn, they recalled today's journey, their hearts filled with satisfaction and gratitude.

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

Li Xiao looked at the starry sky and said with a smile: "Tomorrow, we will go to Dali to experience the beauty of the world there."

Under the starlight, the two made a wish for their next trip and looked forward to the new journey.

When Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set out on their journey to Dali, they were filled with yearning for this ancient city. Dali, a place famous for its "wind, flowers, snow and moon", has long been famous for its natural scenery and cultural history.

"Brother Xiao, what does 'wind, flowers, snow and moon' in Dali refer to?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.

Li Xiao explained: "This refers to the four great beauties of Dali: Xiaguan wind, Shangguan flowers, Cangshan snow, and Erhai moon. Each has its own unique charm."

After arriving in Dali, the two first came to the shore of Erhai Lake. The lake water was crystal clear, and the Cangshan Mountain in the distance looked particularly spectacular under the sunlight.

"The scenery here is so beautiful, Brother Xiao, look at the Cangshan Mountain and the Erhai Lake, it's simply a painting." Huang Pengfei exclaimed in admiration.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Yes, the beauty of Dali lies in its nature and harmony."

They took a walk along the Erhai Lake, enjoying the breeze, and then rented a bicycle and rode along the seaside road, enjoying the natural scenery of Dali.

"Brother Xiao, riding on this road makes me feel relaxed." Huang Pengfei said while riding.

"Yes, this is one of the meanings of traveling, to relax and enjoy life." Li Xiao responded.

After the ride, the two arrived at the ancient city of Dali. The streets of the ancient city are lined with various shops and snack stalls. They tasted local specialties such as milk fan and cold chicken rice noodles.

"The taste of this milk fan is really unique, Brother Xiao, you try it." Huang Pengfei handed Li Xiao a piece of milk fan.

Li Xiao took a bite and nodded in praise: "It's really good. The snacks here have their own flavor."

As night fell, the two stayed in an inn in the ancient city. The courtyard of the inn was full of various flowers and plants, and the fragrance of the flowers accompanied by the breeze at night made people feel relaxed and happy.

"Brother Xiao, how about we go to Cangshan Mountain tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei suggested.

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Of course, the snow scenery of Cangshan Mountain is also a great beauty of Dali. We can't miss it."

The next morning, the two went to Cangshan Mountain. Taking the cable car up the mountain, they saw the snow scene of Cangshan Mountain. The pure white snow covered the top of the mountain, contrasting with the blue sky and white clouds.

"The snow scene here is so spectacular, Brother Xiao, look at the snow, it's like clouds from the sky falling to the ground." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao was also deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery: "Yes, the snow on Cangshan Mountain, the moon on Erhai Lake, the scenery of Dali is really unforgettable."