Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1633

“Wow, this is Kunming. It’s really as warm and pleasant as the rumors say.” Zhang Yue said excitedly with a bright smile on his face.

Lin Fei stretched and said comfortably: "Finally, I don't have to be wrapped in the cold anymore. I feel like I'm alive again."

Li Xiao suggested with a smile: "Then let's go to Dianchi Lake first, it is a pearl of Kunming."

Arriving at the edge of Dianchi Lake, one can see the vastness of the lake, the sparkling water. The rolling West Mountain in the distance sets off the Dianchi Lake, forming a beautiful landscape painting. Zhang Yue was attracted by the scenery and couldn't help but exclaimed: "This Dianchi Lake is so big, the place where the water and the sky meet is simply beautiful."

Li Xiao looked at Dianchi Lake with admiration in his eyes: "Dianchi Lake is not only beautiful, but also an ecological treasure house of Kunming, playing an important role in regulating the local climate."

Lin Fei saw many people feeding seagulls by the lake, so he quickly ran to buy some seagull food and joined the crowd. He stretched out his hand, and a seagull flew over lightly and pecked away the seagull food in his hand. Lin Fei shouted excitedly: "Haha, this is so fun, these seagulls are so cute."

After leaving Dianchi Lake, they came to a cross-bridge rice noodle shop in downtown KM. The shop was packed with people, and the steaming cross-bridge rice noodles exuded an alluring aroma. When the waiter brought a tray filled with various side dishes and boiling soup bowls to the table, Zhang Yue asked curiously, "How do you eat this?"

Li Xiao smiled and demonstrated to her: "First, put the raw side dishes into the soup one by one, then pour in the rice noodles, stir it a little and you can eat it."

Zhang Yue followed Li Xiao's instructions and did it carefully. Then he tasted the rice noodles and said, "Wow, the soup is so fresh, the rice noodles are so smooth and tender, and the taste is amazing."

Lin Fei nodded as he ate: "This cross-bridge rice noodle is indeed a specialty of Kunming, and its reputation is well-deserved."

In the afternoon, they went to Kunming's Cuihu Park. Cuihu Park is shaded by green trees, the lake is clear, and large patches of lotus flowers are blooming on the lake. Although it is not the peak season for lotus flowers to bloom, you can still feel the tranquility and beauty. Zhang Yue strolled by the lake, watching the fish swimming around in the lake: "It's so leisurely here, it feels like time has slowed down."

Li Xiao said: "Cuihu Park is a good place for KM citizens to relax and have fun, and it is also a habitat for many migratory birds."

In Cuihu Park, they also visited the former site of the Yunnan Army Military Academy. Looking at the ancient buildings and historical relics on display, Lin Fei said with emotion: "Many outstanding military talents have been trained here, which has had a profound impact on China's modern history."

Zhang Yue looked at the introduction on the wall carefully: "It turns out there are so many stories here. It's really awe-inspiring."

The next day, they decided to visit the Stone Forest around Kunming. The Stone Forest Scenic Area is full of strange rocks in various shapes. Some are like swords piercing the sky, and some are like lifelike animals. Zhang Yue shuttled among the stone forests and exclaimed: "These stones are so magical. The power of nature is really awe-inspiring."

Li Xiao introduced her: "This stone forest is a typical karst landform, formed after hundreds of millions of years of geological evolution."

Lin Fei posed in various positions in front of a huge rock and took photos: "Such a unique scenery, I want to take a few more photos as a souvenir."

After a day of sightseeing in Shilin, they returned to KM city and tasted various special snacks on the streets, such as flower cakes and Dudu Shaomai. Zhang Yue praised the flower cakes highly: "This flower cake is full of flower fragrance, sweet but not greasy, so delicious."

As their journey in Kunming was coming to an end, they were filled with love for the city. At the station, Zhang Yue said reluctantly: "Kunming is really a very livable city. I don't want to leave anymore."

Li Xiao comforted him: "We still have a lot of places to go. I believe the rest of the journey will be exciting."

Lin Fei said with anticipation: "What kind of different experience will the next city bring us?" Continue to Chapter 10: LS Holy Land
Bidding farewell to Kunming, where the four seasons are like spring, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Lin Fei set off on their journey to LS. As the plane gradually approached LS Gongga Airport, they saw the endless snow-capped mountains and the vast plateau through the window.

After getting off the plane, the thin air made them feel a little uncomfortable, but the azure blue sky and the magnificent Potala Palace in the distance instantly diluted the discomfort. Zhang Yue took a deep breath, and although he was a little out of breath, he couldn't hide his excitement: "LS, we are finally here! The sky is so blue, it's shocking."

Lin Fei looked at the Potala Palace in the distance and said, "That's the Potala Palace. It really looks like a sacred palace standing in the clouds. It's so spectacular."

Li Xiao reminded: "Don't get too excited, slowly adapt to the plateau environment. Let's go to the hotel to rest first, and then go to visit the Potala Palace."

After a short rest in the hotel, they came to the foot of the Potala Palace. The Potala Palace is built on the mountain and is magnificent. The red and white buildings shine with sacred light under the sun. Zhang Yue looked up at the Potala Palace and said softly: "Every stone here seems to carry history and faith, which makes people feel awe involuntarily."

Li Xiao nodded and said, "The Potala Palace is a holy place of Tibetan Buddhism. It is also a symbol of LS and even the entire XZ. It has witnessed countless historical changes and religious heritage."

They walked up the steps and entered the Potala Palace. The walls of the palace were covered with exquisite murals with bright colors and rich patterns, telling various Buddhist stories and historical events. Looking at the murals, Lin Fei couldn't help but sigh: "These murals are so exquisite. The painting skills of the ancients are really superb. It is a miracle that they can be preserved so well after so many years."

After leaving the Potala Palace, they came to Barkhor Street. Barkhor Street was crowded with people, believers holding prayer wheels, chanting scriptures, and walking clockwise around the Jokhang Temple. Zhang Yue curiously followed an old woman and learned to turn the prayer wheel. Li Xiao explained: "For Tibetan compatriots, turning the prayer wheel is a way of practice. They believe that by turning the prayer wheel, they can accumulate merits and pray for blessings and eliminate disasters."

In Barkhor Street, they also walked into a Tibetan teahouse. The teahouse was filled with the rich aroma of butter tea. Zhang Yue drank butter tea for the first time and frowned: "This butter tea tastes a bit special, salty, but after a few sips, it feels good, very mellow."

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Butter tea is a traditional drink of Tibetan compatriots. It can warm the body and replenish physical strength. It is very popular in the plateau area."

Lin Fei was interested in the highland barley cakes in the teahouse. After eating one, he gave a thumbs up and said, "This highland barley cake is very fragrant, with a light aroma of highland barley, and the taste is also very good."

The next day, they went to Namtso Lake. The water of Namtso Lake is clear and transparent, showing a deep blue under the sunlight, which contrasts beautifully with the surrounding snow-capped mountains. Zhang Yue stood by the lake and was so shocked by the beautiful scenery that he was speechless. It took him a long time to come back to his senses: "This Namtso Lake is simply a paradise on earth. I have never seen such a beautiful lake."

Li Xiao said: "Namtso Lake means 'Heavenly Lake' in Tibetan. It is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and is regarded as a sacred place." Lin Fei looked at the Nyainqentanglha Mountains in the distance and said: "The mountain and the lake are like a pair of lovers protecting each other. It's so beautiful."

They strolled along the lake, feeling the tranquility and sacredness of nature. Zhang Yue picked up a stone by the lake and said, "I want to take this stone back as a souvenir of Namtso Lake."

As their trip to LS was coming to an end, their hearts were filled with awe and reluctance to leave this land. At the station, Zhang Yue's eyes were full of tears: "LS is a place where people's souls are baptized. I will always remember everything here."

Li Xiao comforted him: "This holy land has been engraved in our hearts. We will continue to move forward with this sacredness."

Lin Fei said with great anticipation: "What unique charm will the next city have waiting for us?" Continue to Chapter 11: Sanya Beach
Leaving the sacred and lofty LS, Li Xiao and his party quickly changed the scene and rushed to the tropical coastal city of Sanya to feel the scorching sun, soft sand and blue sea.

The plane landed in Sanya, and when I stepped out of the cabin, a humid and hot sea breeze with a salty smell hit me in the face. Zhang Yue excitedly threw off her coat, wearing only a light summer dress, and cheered: "Wow, this is the passion of the tropics! I can finally enjoy the sun and the beach."

Lin Fei couldn't wait to put on his sunglasses and scanned the surrounding tropical greenery and the blue sea and sky in the distance: "This place is amazing. I feel like all the cells in my body have become active. Let's go to Yalong Bay first. The beach there is said to be super beautiful."

Arriving at Yalong Bay Beach, the fine white sand stretched out under my feet, and the clear sea water came in waves, lapping against the coast. Zhang Yue rushed to the beach like a happy elf, letting the sea water soak her skirt. "The sea water is so warm, like taking a hot spring bath, and the beach is absolutely amazing, white and fine."

Li Xiao smiled and helped her look after her belongings. He responded, "Yalong Bay is a famous resort. Its beaches are ranked among the best in the world."

Lin Fei had already changed into his swimsuit and dove into the sea. After swimming for a while, he popped his head out and shouted, "Come on, it feels so good to swim in the sea!"

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After playing in the sea for a while, they went ashore and lay on the beach chairs, enjoying the sun. Zhang Yue closed his eyes and murmured, "How happy it would be if I could sunbathe and play in the water like this every day."

Li Xiao said: "This is the charm of Sanya, it can make people forget all their worries and relax to their heart's content."

Afterwards, they came to a seafood restaurant by the beach. The restaurant was filled with all kinds of fresh seafood, including lobsters, crabs, shellfish, etc. Zhang Yue looked at the fresh seafood with shining eyes: "There are so many seafoods, I don't know where to start."

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Try this steamed grouper first. The meat is tender and the taste is sweet."

When the seafood dishes were served, Lin Fei devoured them with relish: "The seafood in Sanya is so fresh and delicious. It's completely different from what I eat in other places."

In the evening, they went for a walk in Sanya Bay and admired the sunset. The sun gradually sank to the west, the sky was dyed orange-red, and the sea was sparkling, reflecting the gorgeous sunset. Zhang Yue took out his mobile phone and kept taking pictures: "This sunset is so beautiful, I want to record this beautiful scenery."

Li Xiao stood at the exit of Hangzhou East Station, full of expectations for this city. Next to him, his friend Zhang Yue dragged a pink suitcase, looking around with sparkling eyes. Lin Fei carried a big backpack, held a travel guide in his hand, and muttered something.

"Wow, Hangzhou, we are finally here!" Zhang Yue jumped up excitedly, her ponytail swinging in the air.

Li Xiao laughed and joked: "You little girl, it's like you've never been out of the house."

Lin Fei pushed his glasses and said seriously: "Hangzhou is a famous historical city with a profound cultural heritage. We must experience it well on this trip. The first stop is naturally the West Lake."

The three of them took the subway to the West Lake, where the breeze blew gently and the lake surface sparkled. The willows by the lake were swaying like green silk ribbons swaying in the wind.

Zhang Yue couldn't wait to run to the lake, squatted down, and reached out to touch the lake water: "This water is so cool, it feels so comfortable."

Li Xiao walked over slowly and said, "Don't fall in. The water in West Lake is very deep."

Li Xiao stood beside her and whispered, "Every moment in Sanya is full of poetry and romance."

The next day, they went to Wuzhizhou Island. The island is picturesque, with swaying coconut trees and the sea water showing various charming blues. Zhang Yue took a sightseeing bus to tour around the island, excitedly pointing at the beautiful scenery: "Look, the color of that sea area is like a gem, and there is also the Lover's Bridge over there, which is very impressive."

Li Xiao said: "Wuzhizhou Island is a love island. Many couples come here to leave beautiful memories."

Lin Fei experienced diving at a diving spot by the sea. After landing, he excitedly shared with everyone: "The underwater world is so wonderful, with colorful fish swimming around and beautiful coral reefs. It really feels like entering a fairy tale world."

After a day of sightseeing on Wuzhizhou Island, they went to the tropical fruit market in Sanya. The market was filled with all kinds of tropical fruits, such as mango, banana, jackfruit, dragon fruit, etc., which exuded an alluring aroma. Zhang Yue picked a big mango, cut it open and ate it on the spot: "This mango is so sweet and fragrant. I love the fruits in Sanya so much."

As their trip to Sanya came to an end, they were nostalgic for this tropical beach. At the station, Zhang Yue said reluctantly: "Sanya is like a dreamy seaside paradise. I really don't want to leave."

Li Xiao comforted him: "We already have so many wonderful memories, that's enough. And there are new journeys waiting for us."

Lin Fei said with great anticipation: "What kind of novelties and surprises will the next city bring us?"