The beauty of the Forbidden City is truly hard to describe in words.
Visiting the Forbidden City is not just about appreciating its surface; its historical depth, its architectural craftsmanship, every brick and tile... and the myriad stories that originated here, cannot be told in three days and three nights.
Originally, the plan was to visit other scenic spots that afternoon, but by the time everyone emerged from the Forbidden City, the sun was already setting, and dusk was approaching.
Everyone wore a look of lingering regret, because along the way, Qin Chuan had recounted many historical stories at every stop.
For example, the Meridian Gate, the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Hall of Central Harmony, the Palace of Heavenly Purity, the Palace of Earthly Tranquility, the Palace of Lingering Beauty... and so on.
The historical tales and folklore narrated by Qin Chuan not only captivated Alisha and the others, but even Teacher Yang, Fang Rumei, and Guo Zixian, who were following him, widened their eyes in astonishment.
This was because many historical anecdotes were unknown even to them, individuals with high academic qualifications like doctors and masters, as history was not their specialization.
After leaving the Forbidden City, even Yang Zimo's gaze towards Qin Chuan shifted subtly. It turned out she had no idea Qin Chuan harbored such a hidden side.
He seemed to have a profound understanding of Chinese history across various eras. To anyone unfamiliar with him, he would easily be mistaken for a history expert.
"Zimo, Qin Chuan told me he only has a junior high school education. You're telling me this isn't true, right?!"
Fang Rumei quietly pulled Yang Zimo aside and whispered.
Yang Zimo looked at her good friend's complex expression, finding it a bit amusing, but managed to suppress her laughter.
She knew exactly what Fang Rumei was thinking. Honestly, at times, even she herself found it hard to believe that Qin Chuan was merely a junior high school graduate.
The strange knowledge he possessed wasn't limited to history; his insights into current national changes, economic trends, and the internet were always so sharp and to the point.
Many of his viewpoints were completely new to Yang Zimo, yet upon reflection, they made perfect sense.
This aspect was a significant factor in why she fell for him in the first place, not solely due to his humor.
In short, Qin Chuan was shrouded in mystery, like a magnetic treasure mountain that drew in those who were attracted, pulling them ever closer.
"Qin Chuan really seems to only have a junior high school education!"
After a long moment of hesitation, Yang Zimo finally replied honestly.
She didn't want to deceive her good friend, as education was something that couldn't be hidden if one were to investigate.
"I... I want to curse someone. Can you understand how I feel right now?!"
Upon receiving her friend's confirmation, Fang Rumei's gaze fell on a certain retreating figure ahead. She gritted her teeth, her face contorted in a ferocious expression.
"Does he realize how insulting this is to people!"
"It's one thing for someone with only a junior high education to make money in business, but to know so much? It makes us highly educated people feel utterly insignificant! Our self-esteem is severely damaged! We've lost so much face..."
Seeing Fang Rumei's teeth-gnashing expression, Yang Zimo could no longer contain her amusement and burst into laughter.
Her laughter alerted the people walking ahead. Qin Chuan turned his head, asking curiously, "What are you laughing about?"
"Did you discover something fun or a joke? Tell us so everyone can be happy too!"
Yang Zimo smiled without answering. Fang Rumei, however, stared at Qin Chuan and said fiercely, "We were just talking about a detestable fellow. We're figuring out how to make that guy look foolish one day, so he stops showing off all the time!"
Qin Chuan looked utterly bewildered, not understanding a word.
"Qin Chuan, what is that place?"
Just then, Alisha's voice suddenly rang out. She extended her arm, pointing playfully at a lush green mountain adorned with many pavilions, towers, and colorful flowers.
Qin Chuan turned his head and, upon seeing where Alisha was pointing, walked over to explain, "That's Jingshan Park. It's also a nice scenic spot."
"This was once the imperial garden of the Ming and Qing dynasties, specifically for growing flowers and plants, and housing small animals."
"If everyone wants to go up and take a look, it's perfect. Anyway, at this time of day, it's too late to visit other attractions."
As Qin Chuan finished speaking, Alisha, Gina, and the others immediately clapped their hands in excitement, their faces full of anticipation.
"Then let's go. We need to hurry, otherwise, it will be dark soon!"
Qin Chuan turned back and called to Teacher Yang and Fang Rumei. The group set off again, heading towards Jingshan Park.
In the evening, after dinner, Alisha and the others, exhausted from a day of sightseeing, chose to take a bath and go to bed early.
However, in another executive suite, Qin Chuan welcomed new guests.
These two guests were Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua, both of whom were also in the capital.
Currently, the most advanced high-tech equipment and laboratories in China were best and most complete in the capital.
Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua wanted to find some old friends to collaborate on developing high-tech items like memory chips and CPUs, and Beijing was the best place for this endeavor.
When Qin Chuan, Li Chunsheng, and Xu Ronghua met, they embraced each other tightly. They had been partners for a long time, old friends for whom words were unnecessary.
"Come, let's all sit down, have some tea, and chat!"
Yang Zimo instinctively took on the role of hostess, personally preparing tea, and Fang Rumei was also helping.
"Thank you!!"
"Thank you, Miss Yang!"
Xu Ronghua and Li Chunsheng appeared slightly uncomfortable. They genuinely didn't know how to address Teacher Yang.
They had become accustomed to Li Ya's presence, subconsciously considering her the boss's wife. Now, their boss had suddenly revealed another girlfriend, who was as beautiful as a fairy.
For a moment, they felt uneasy, unsure how to interact with Teacher Yang, fearing that saying the wrong thing might lead to catastrophic consequences.
"You are Qin Chuan's friends, and you are my friends too. We don't need to be so formal when we're together."
"From now on, please don't call me 'Miss Yang'; it sounds too distant. Just call me Zimo or Xiao Mo!"
Yang Zimo said with a smile.
Qin Chuan also noticed the awkwardness of Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua. After a brief thought, he understood the subtle situation. He waved his hand, signaling them to sit down quickly and get straight to the point.
He believed this was the best way to resolve the issue.
"I was in Los Angeles before, and besides phone calls, there was no other way to contact each other. It's far less efficient than talking face-to-face like this."
"Now, tell me in detail about the progress of each person's tasks over the recent period."
After Qin Chuan's question, Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua, who had been feeling constrained and nervous, quickly settled into their roles.
"Boss, after you left, I contacted several old friends of mine who are experts in the field of memory chips. We've been working together on memory chip research."
Li Chunsheng was the first to respond.
"But honestly, the progress has been minimal. We've found that our research seems to have hit a bottleneck, a very difficult stage to break through."
"This is not just a challenge for us, but also represents a difficulty for the entire domestic memory chip industry."
"Many researchers are stuck on this problem!"