Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1578

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei, two good friends who love traveling, carried their big bags and embarked on a journey full of surprises in China. Their first stop was the fairyland-like Zhangjiajie.

Li Xiao stood at the exit of Zhangjiajie Railway Station, took a deep breath, and said to Huang Pengfei with excitement: "Hey, Lao Huang, we made the right choice for our first stop! Look at the air, how fresh it is! It feels like every breath I take carries the flavor of nature."

Huang Pengfei smiled and nodded, lifting his backpack up. "That's right. I've heard that Zhangjiajie is picturesque. Now I can finally see it with my own eyes. Let's go and find a place to stay first, put down the luggage, and go for a good walk."

The two found a clean and tidy B&B near the train station to stay in. After a short rest, they couldn't wait to set off for Zhangjiajie National Forest Park.

As soon as they entered the park, they seemed to have stepped into a dream world. There were strange peaks and rocks everywhere, and clouds and mists were lingering in between, just like a fairyland. Li Xiao's eyes widened, and he couldn't help but exclaim: "Wow, this is too spectacular! Old Huang, look at that mountain, doesn't it look like a giant guarding this land?"

Huang Pengfei looked in the direction Li Xiao pointed, and was also shocked by the beautiful scenery in front of him, "It really looks like it! The wonders of nature are truly amazing."

They walked along the winding path and met other tourists from time to time. Everyone was attracted by the beautiful scenery and stopped to take pictures. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were no exception. They posed handsomely and took pictures of each other, having a great time.

"Hey, Old Huang, do you think there are any gods on this mountain?" Li Xiao suddenly said this.

Huang Pengfei laughed, "Don't let your imagination run wild. There are no gods. But this place does make people feel like they are in a fairyland."

As they walked, they arrived at the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area. The Qiankun Pillar here towered into the clouds and was majestic. Li Xiao looked up at the Qiankun Pillar with awe in his heart, "This is simply a masterpiece of nature! It's so shocking."

Huang Pengfei also said with emotion: "Yes, it is hard to imagine how these mountains were formed."

After enjoying the beautiful scenery of Yuanjiajie, they came to Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area, where the scenery is even more magnificent, with rolling peaks and clouds floating in the mountains, like a beautiful landscape painting.

"Old Huang, look over there, that sea of ​​clouds is so beautiful!" Li Xiao pointed excitedly into the distance.

Huang Pengfei was also attracted by the beautiful scenery. "Let's go over there and take a look."

They followed the path to an observation deck, from which they could overlook the beauty of the entire Tianzi Mountain. The sea of ​​clouds rolled under their feet, and the mountain peaks loomed in the clouds, as if they were in a fairyland.

"Wow, the scenery is simply unbeatable!" Li Xiao couldn't help but exclaimed.

Huang Pengfei also nodded in agreement, "Yes, this trip is worth it."

After a whole day of sightseeing in the scenic area, both of them were a little tired, but they were in a very good mood. After leaving the scenic area, they began to look for local delicacies.

"I heard that Zhangjiajie's Sanxiaguo is very famous, let's go and try it." Li Xiao suggested.

Huang Pengfei agreed immediately, "Okay, let's go."

They found a local restaurant and ordered a three-pot. After a while, the steaming hot three-pot was served on the table. Looking at the rich ingredients in the pot, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei couldn't wait to pick up the chopsticks and taste it.

"Well, it tastes really good!" Li Xiao nodded while eating.

Huang Pengfei also ate it with gusto, "It's spicy enough and delicious."

After eating Sanxiaguo, they walked around the street and tasted some local snacks. There are many kinds of snacks in Zhangjiajie, such as Pueraria powder and fern root baba, each of which made them linger in the aftertaste.

As they were walking around, they heard the sound of lively music coming from not far away. After asking, they found out that there was a folk performance going on there. The two of them hurriedly walked towards the performance.

The performance was very lively and crowded. The Tujia ethnic group's song and dance performance was brilliant. The actors wore bright ethnic costumes and sang and danced, which made Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei feel the rich ethnic customs.

"This performance is amazing!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

Huang Pengfei was also fascinated by the scene. "Yes, I didn't expect Zhangjiajie to have such a rich folk culture."

After watching the folk performance, they went to the local specialty store. Zhangjiajie has many specialties, such as Zhangjiajie berry tea, Tujia bacon, etc. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei bought some specialties and prepared to take them back to give to relatives and friends.

"Today has been such a fulfilling day!" Li Xiao said with emotion.

Huang Pengfei also nodded in agreement, "Yes, Zhangjiajie is a really great place. Where should we go next?"

Li Xiao thought for a moment and said, "Why don't we go to Fenghuang Ancient Town? I heard it's very beautiful there too."

"Okay, that's settled then." Huang Pengfei said.

The next day, they packed their bags and set off for the ancient city of Fenghuang, where they were looking forward to more surprises and gains.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to Fenghuang Ancient Town with their bags on their backs and full of expectations. As soon as they got off the train, they were attracted by this small town full of quaint charm.

"Old Huang, look at this Fenghuang Ancient Town, it's just like an ink painting." Li Xiao said excitedly.

Huang Pengfei looked at the scenery in front of him and nodded: "Indeed, this place is so charming. Let's go and find a place to stay first."

They found an inn by the river in the ancient city, and after putting down their luggage, they couldn't wait to start their journey of exploration.

Walking on the bluestone-paved streets, with antique wooden buildings on both sides and shops filled with various specialty goods, Li Xiao looked around curiously, full of interest in everything.

"Hey, Lao Huang, look at this handicraft, it's so exquisite!" Li Xiao picked up a Miao silver ornament and exclaimed in admiration.

Huang Pengfei came over to take a look and said, "Well, it's not bad. But let's not rush to buy anything yet. Let's come back and choose after we finish shopping."

They continued walking forward and came to the Tuojiang River. The river water was clear and flowing slowly. There were many women washing clothes and some children playing by the river. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei found a quiet place to sit down and quietly appreciate the beautiful scenery.

"Old Huang, why do you think the ancient town of Fenghuang is so charming?" Li Xiao asked.

Huang Pengfei thought for a moment and said, "I think it's because there is a unique atmosphere here that makes people feel relaxed and at ease. The buildings and scenery here are full of historical charm."

As they were talking, a small boat passed by them, and the tourists on the boat laughed and waved to them. Li Xiao also waved excitedly: "Haha, the people here are so enthusiastic!"

They decided to take a cruise on the Tuojiang River. Sitting on the boat, feeling the breeze and looking at the beautiful scenery on both sides, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei felt particularly happy.

"This feels so great!" Li Xiao exclaimed.

Huang Pengfei smiled and said, "Yes, it's just like in the painting."

The cruise ship was moving slowly on the river, and they admired the ancient city's stilt houses, Hongqiao and other iconic buildings. Every scene intoxicated them. After getting off the boat, they visited Shen Congwen's former residence. In the former residence, they learned about Mr. Shen Congwen's life and his literary achievements.

"It turns out that Shen Congwen grew up here." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Huang Pengfei said: "Yes, the environment here can easily inspire people's creative inspiration."

After visiting Shen Congwen's former residence, their stomachs started to growl, so they started looking for local delicacies.

"I heard that the blood-baked duck in Fenghuang Ancient Town is very famous. Let's go and try it." Li Xiao suggested.

Huang Pengfei agreed immediately: "Okay, let's go."

They found a local restaurant and ordered a blood-baked duck. After a while, the fragrant blood-baked duck was served on the table. Looking at this delicious food with good color, aroma and taste, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei couldn't wait to pick up their chopsticks and taste it.

"Well, it tastes really good! The duck meat is tender and the blood cake is chewy." Li Xiao nodded while eating.

Huang Pengfei also ate it with gusto: "This is just the right amount of spicy, delicious."

After eating the blood duck, they walked around the street and tasted some local snacks, such as Miao pickled radish, community rice, etc. Each snack left them with an endless aftertaste.

As they were walking around, they heard melodious singing coming from not far away. After asking, they found out that there was a folk performance going on there. The two of them hurriedly walked towards the performance.

The performance was full of audiences and was very lively. The Miao ethnic group's song and dance performance was wonderful. The actors wore bright ethnic costumes and sang and danced, which made Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei feel the rich ethnic customs.

"This performance is amazing!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

Huang Pengfei was also fascinated: "Yes, I didn't expect the folk culture of Fenghuang Ancient Town to be so rich."

After watching the folk performance, they went to the local specialty store. There are many specialties in Fenghuang Ancient Town, such as Miao silver jewelry, ginger candy, etc. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei bought some specialties and prepared to take them back to give to relatives and friends.

"Today has been such a fulfilling day!" Li Xiao said with emotion.

Huang Pengfei also nodded in agreement: "Yes, Fenghuang Ancient Town is really a romantic place. Where should we go next?"

Li Xiao thought about it and said, "Why don't we go to Guilin? I heard that the mountains and rivers there are the best in the world."

"Okay, that's settled then." Huang Pengfei said.

The next day, they packed their bags and set off for Guilin. They were looking forward to
Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei traveled all the way and finally arrived at the picturesque Guilin. As soon as they got off the train, they were shocked by the beautiful scenery in front of them.

"Old Huang, look at the mountains in Guilin. They are of various shapes, just like a series of ink paintings." Li Xiao said excitedly, pointing to the mountains in the distance.

Huang Pengfei was also attracted by the beautiful scenery, his eyes sparkling: "That's right, I've heard that Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, and seeing it today, it really lives up to its reputation."

The two found a hotel near the Li River and after putting down their luggage, they could not wait to rush to the Li River. Standing by the Li River, the breeze blew on their faces, the river was clear and reflected the green mountains on both sides.

"Wow, the scenery is so beautiful! Lao Huang, let's go and take a ride on the bamboo raft." Li Xiao said excitedly.

Huang Pengfei nodded in agreement: "Let's go and experience this picturesque scenery."

They sat on the bamboo raft and slowly went down the Li River. The raft worker pushed the raft and introduced the scenery along the way. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei quietly admired the beautiful landscape painting and exclaimed from time to time.

"Look at that mountain. Does it look like a camel?" Li Xiao said, pointing to a mountain peak.

Huang Pengfei took a closer look and said, "It really looks like it! The wonders of nature are truly breathtaking."

The bamboo raft moved slowly on the river, and they seemed to be in a fairyland. Birds flew over the river from time to time, making crisp calls. Li Xiao closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and felt the beauty of nature.

"Old Huang, it would be great if it could always be like this." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Huang Pengfei smiled and said, "We'll have another chance to come back in the future. But for now, let's just enjoy this beautiful scenery."

After the bamboo raft ride, they went to Yangshuo. Yangshuo's West Street was bustling with shops on both sides filled with all kinds of specialty goods. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei walked around and tasted local snacks.

"This Guilin rice noodles is so delicious!" Li Xiao took a bite of the rice noodles and praised it highly.

Huang Pengfei also nodded in agreement: "Well, this tastes very authentic. And this osmanthus cake is not bad either, sweet and delicious."

After strolling around West Street, they heard that there would be a folk performance in the evening, so they came to the performance venue early. The performance site was crowded and lively. The Zhuang ethnic group's song and dance performance was wonderful. The actors wore bright ethnic costumes, singing and dancing, which made Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei feel the rich ethnic customs.

"This performance is amazing!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

Huang Pengfei was also fascinated: "Yes, I didn't expect Guilin's folk culture to be so rich."

After watching the folk performance, they went to the local specialty store. Guilin has many specialties, such as Guilin Sanhua Liquor, Lipu Taro, etc. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei bought some specialties and prepared to take them back to give to relatives and friends.

"Today has been such a fulfilling day!" Li Xiao said with emotion.

Huang Pengfei also nodded in agreement: "Yes, Guilin is such a beautiful place. Where should we go next?"

Li Xiao thought for a moment and said, "Why don't we go to Chengdu? I heard there are a lot of delicious food there."

"Okay, that's settled then." Huang Pengfei said.

The next day, they packed their bags and set off for Chengdu, where they were looking forward to more surprises and gains.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to Chengdu with great expectations. As soon as they walked out of the train station, they felt the unique charm of this city.

"Old Huang, look at Chengdu, it feels so full of life." Li Xiao said as he looked at the bustling crowd around him.

Huang Pengfei nodded: "Yes, I heard that Chengdu is a city where you don't want to leave once you come here. I wonder if it's true."

The two found a hotel in the city center and after a short rest, they couldn't wait to explore the city. They first came to Jinli Ancient Street.

Jinli Ancient Street was bustling with quaint buildings, a wide range of goods, and a variety of special snacks, which made them dazzled. Li Xiao looked around while walking, full of curiosity about everything.