Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1782

Li Xiao, Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei stood at the exit of the high-speed railway station. The sun shone on their expectant faces, and the air was filled with excitement and curiosity about the unknown journey. "We are finally in Jiangxi!" Li Xiao took a deep breath, as if to absorb the breath of Jiangxi into his lungs. "The first stop is Nanchang. Thinking about Tengwang Pavilion, I am so excited!" Zhang Yuedong's eyes sparkled, and he held the travel guide tightly in his hand. Lin Yifei smiled and patted their shoulders: "What are we waiting for? Let's start this wonderful trip to Jiangxi!"

The three of them soon arrived at the Tengwang Pavilion scenic area. From a distance, the Tengwang Pavilion stood on the bank of the Ganjiang River, with red walls, green tiles, and flying eaves and brackets. Against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, it looked particularly majestic and spectacular. Li Xiao couldn't help but sigh: "Tengwang Pavilion is really one of the three famous towers in Jiangnan. This momentum is so shocking!" Zhang Yuedong nodded and agreed: "Yes, when Wang Bo wrote "Tengwang Pavilion Preface", it made it famous. Today we can finally see its style with our own eyes." Lin Yifei couldn't wait to say: "Don't just sigh, let's go in quickly."

Entering the scenic area, a tall stone archway comes into view, with three large characters "Tengwang Pavilion" engraved on it, vigorous and powerful. Passing through the archway, the square in front of the main pavilion is wide and flat, with people coming and going, and it is very lively. The main pavilion has nine floors and is 57.5 meters high. It adopts Song-style imitation wood structure, carved beams and painted buildings, and is magnificent. On the plaque hanging above the main entrance, the three large characters "Tengwang Pavilion" were written by *** himself, with a strong pen, which complements the simple and majestic Tengwang Pavilion.

The three of them walked into the main pavilion, where a huge mural of "Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng" occupied an entire wall. The mural used traditional fine brushwork and heavy color techniques to vividly depict the famous sentences and scenes in "Preface to the Pavilion of Prince Teng", as if bringing them back to the grand event a thousand years ago. Li Xiao stopped to gaze and recited softly: "The setting sun and the solitary wild goose fly together, and the autumn water and the sky are the same color." Zhang Yuedong continued: "This picture and this artistic conception are really amazing. Wang Bo's literary talent is really admirable." Lin Yifei also nodded and praised: "Yes, this is not only a mural, but also a vivid reproduction of the Pavilion of Prince Teng and that period of history."

Go up the stairs to the top floor, lean on the railing and look out, and you can see the beautiful scenery of the entire NC city. The Ganjiang River winds by, with ships coming and going on the river, tall buildings standing on both sides, and busy traffic. The prosperous urban scene and the simple and solemn Tengwang Pavilion complement each other, forming a unique picture. Li Xiao opened his arms, feeling the breeze from the river, and said excitedly: "Standing here and overlooking Nanchang, I feel really relaxed and happy." Zhang Yuedong smiled and said: "This is the charm of Tengwang Pavilion. It allows people to appreciate the weight of history and the vitality of the modern city." Lin Yifei also said with emotion: "It's really worth coming to Tengwang Pavilion on this trip."

After coming down from the Tengwang Pavilion, the three people's stomachs began to growl. Zhang Yuedong suggested: "I heard that Nanchang's mixed noodles and clay pot soup are unique, let's go and try them." Li Xiao and Lin Yifei immediately agreed. They found a local small shop, which was filled with rich aromas, and the diners ate with gusto.

Soon, the steaming noodles and clay pot soup were served on the table. Nanchang noodles are spicy, smooth and chewy. The fried peanuts are crispy and delicious, and the salted radish is chewy. Every bite is intoxicating. Li Xiao ate the noodles and gave a thumbs up: "This noodles tastes great, spicy and satisfying." Zhang Yuedong also nodded and said: "Yes, this taste is different from the noodles I have eaten before, it is so authentic." Lin Yifei was savoring the clay pot soup. The soup was fresh and delicious, and the nutrients of the ingredients were integrated into the soup. After taking a sip, it warmed my heart. "This clay pot soup is also great, the taste is mellow, it is really delicious and nutritious." Lin Yifei praised.

After eating and drinking, the three learned that there would be a wonderful art performance at Tengwang Pavilion in the evening, with the theme of the history and culture of Tengwang Pavilion. They were full of expectations and came to the performance venue early to wait. The performance began, the stage was brightly lit, and the actors dressed in ancient costumes danced gracefully, interpreting the rise and fall of Tengwang Pavilion, as well as the historical stories related to it and the legendary experiences of literati with graceful dance moves and wonderful performances. The scene of Wang Bo writing the preface was vividly reproduced, and the wonderful performance of the actors seemed to make Wang Bo travel through time and space to appear before their eyes.

During the performance, elements such as poetry recitation and musical instrument playing were also incorporated, allowing the audience to feel the cultural heritage of Tengwang Pavilion more deeply. When the actors recited "Tengwang Pavilion Preface", the ups and downs of the voice echoed in the night sky, and Li Xiao and others couldn't help but recite along. Zhang Yuedong said with emotion: "This performance is so wonderful, it gave me a deeper understanding of the history and culture of Tengwang Pavilion." Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Yes, through such performances, those historical stories and poems are no longer words in books, but become vivid." Lin Yifei was immersed in the performance, with a satisfied smile on his face.

After the performance, the three were still immersed in the excitement. They came to the souvenir shop in the scenic area and planned to pick some Nanchang souvenirs to take back. The souvenirs in the store are dazzling, including handicrafts in the shape of Tengwang Pavilion, calligraphy works of Tengwang Pavilion Preface, refrigerator magnets with Nanchang characteristic elements, etc. Li Xiao chose a crystal ornament in the shape of Tengwang Pavilion, which is crystal clear and exquisitely made. "This ornament is really beautiful. I will take it home and put it at home. When I see it, I will remember the good times in Tengwang Pavilion today." Li Xiao said with a smile. Zhang Yuedong bought a picture album of Tengwang Pavilion, which includes photos of Tengwang Pavilion from different angles and seasons, as well as a detailed introduction. "This picture album allows me to recall the beauty and history of Tengwang Pavilion at any time." Zhang Yuedong said. Lin Yifei selected several Tengwang Pavilion four seasons refrigerator magnet gift boxes and planned to give them to relatives and friends. "This refrigerator magnet is very distinctive. The beauty of Tengwang Pavilion in four seasons is concentrated on it. Friends will definitely like it." Lin Yifei said.

After leaving the souvenir shop, the three of them strolled along the streets of Nanchang, feeling the city at night. The streets and alleys were brightly lit, bustling and full of life. Li Xiao exclaimed: "Nanchang is such a charming city, with the historic Tengwang Pavilion, delicious food, and such a lively night." Zhang Yuedong smiled and said: "This is only the first stop of our trip to Jiangxi, and there are more exciting things waiting for us later." Lin Yifei also said with anticipation: "Yes, I'm really looking forward to the next journey to see what other surprises are waiting for us to discover in Jiangxi." The three returned to the hotel with good memories of Nanchang and expectations for the next stop, ready to welcome a new day's journey. Jiujiang: Kuang Lu is the most beautiful in the world

The next day, the three said goodbye to Nanchang and took the high-speed train to Jiujiang. Along the way, the scenery outside the window passed by like a painting. Li Xiao looked out the window and said excitedly: "Jiujiang, I have been looking forward to it for a long time. The beautiful scenery of Lushan, here I come!" Zhang Yuedong smiled and joked: "Don't just think about the beautiful scenery. Jiujiang has a lot of delicious food. Don't just look at it and forget to eat it." Lin Yifei also laughed: "Don't worry, you won't miss any of the beautiful scenery and delicious food."

After arriving in Jiujiang, the three of them took a short rest and then headed straight for Mount Lushan. Mount Lushan, with the Yangtze River to the north and Poyang Lake to the southeast, runs from northeast to southwest. Its main peak, Dahanyang Peak, is 1474 meters above sea level. It attracts countless tourists with its beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural history. When we arrived at the foot of Mount Lushan, we looked up and saw rolling mountains surrounded by clouds and mist, as if an ink painting was slowly unfolding. Li Xiao couldn't help but sigh: "This is Mount Lushan. It really lives up to its reputation. 'Kuanglu is the most beautiful mountain in the world' is really true." Zhang Yuedong also nodded and praised: "Yes, with such a beautiful scenery, no wonder so many literati and poets have left poems for it from ancient times to the present." Lin Yifei couldn't wait to say: "Don't just stand there and sigh, let's hurry up the mountain."

They chose to hike up the mountain, walking along the winding mountain road. The mountain road was lined with green trees, and various unknown wild flowers bloomed wantonly, emitting bursts of fragrance. The air in the mountains was particularly fresh, with a hint of moisture, and every breath made people feel relaxed and happy. As they walked, Li Xiao suddenly stopped and pointed to a stone on the side of the road and said, "Look, the shape of this stone is so strange, it looks like a jumping frog." Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei leaned over to take a look, and couldn't help laughing. Zhang Yuedong said, "It really looks like it. This nature is really amazing. Any stone can have such a unique shape." Lin Yifei joked, "Maybe this is a frog that has cultivated into a spirit, and was transformed into a stone by an immortal, guarding Lushan here." Everyone continued to move forward while talking and laughing, and the originally tiring mountaineering journey became relaxed and enjoyable.

After some efforts, they finally arrived at Sandiequan. Before they got close, they heard a deafening roar, as if thousands of troops were galloping. When they got closer, they saw the waterfall cascading down from the high cliff, majestic and imposing. The waterfall is divided into three layers. The upper layer is like floating clouds, light and elegant; the middle layer is like broken stones and ice, fierce and imposing; the lower layer is like a jade dragon walking in a pool, splashing water. The huge water flow hits the rocks, splashing layers of water, like pearls falling, reflecting colorful light under the sunlight, like a dream. Li Xiao was so shocked by the beauty that he was speechless. After a long while, he murmured to himself, "This is Sandiequan! It's so spectacular. 'The waterfall drops three thousand feet, as if the Milky Way falls from the sky'. This line from Li Bai's poem is really the aptest way to describe it." Zhang Yuedong also said excitedly, "If you haven't been to Sandiequan, you haven't been to Mount Lushan. Today we have finally appreciated its charm. This trip to Mount Lushan is worth it!" Lin Yifei took out his camera and kept pressing the shutter, wanting to freeze this beautiful moment forever.

After enjoying the beauty of Sandiequan, the three people's stomachs began to growl again. They decided to return to JJ city to taste the local food. On a food street in the city, they found a popular restaurant and walked in. The restaurant was full of diners, very lively, and the air was filled with the aroma of various delicacies. They ordered Jiujiang tea cakes, radish cakes, Jiujiang fried noodles and other local specialties. After a while, the food was served on the table.

Jiujiang tea cake is round, about 5 cm in diameter, 2 cm thick, bulging in the middle, golden in color, and paper-thin. Li Xiao picked up a piece of tea cake and took a bite. Suddenly, the crispy outer skin spread in his mouth, and the sweet filling filled his entire mouth. The fragrance of tea oil, the fragrance of osmanthus, and the strange fragrance of soda ash and soda blended with each other, leaving people with endless aftertaste. "This tea cake is so delicious, crispy and sweet, it is worthy of being one of the four major pastries in Jiangxi." Li Xiao praised it highly. Zhang Yuedong also ate a piece and nodded in agreement: "It is really delicious, and its taste is very unique. The more you chew, the more fragrant it is." Lin Yifei said while eating: "This tea cake must be very good with tea. After dinner, we will go buy some Lushan Cloud Tea and go back to taste it slowly."

Then, they tasted the radish cake. The radish cake has a crispy crust and soft fillings. The sweetness of the radish and the fragrance of the seasoning are perfectly combined, making people want to eat another one after eating one. "This radish cake is so fragrant. I feel like I can eat several." Zhang Yuedong said, picking up another radish cake. Li Xiao smiled and said, "Don't eat too much. There are also fried noodles. Leave some room for your stomach." Jiujiang fried noodles are distinct, shiny and shiny, and are accompanied by side dishes such as bean sprouts, green vegetables, and eggs. The aroma is fragrant. It tastes smooth, chewy, and full of pot flavor. "This fried noodles are really well-deserved. It's delicious. This is the real Jiujiang taste." Lin Yifei ate the fried noodles with a satisfied smile on his face. The three of them exchanged their views on these delicacies while tasting the food, and laughter echoed in the restaurant.

After dinner, they learned that there was a folk performance in Jiujiang, so they decided to watch it. The performance venue was in an antique theater. When they walked into the theater, it was already full of spectators, and everyone was looking forward to the performance. After a while, the performance officially began, and the first program was the Yaya Opera "Taohualing". Yaya Opera is a folk drama in Yongxiu County, Jiangsu Province. It originated from Wucheng Town, a thousand-year-old ancient commercial town in the northeast of Yongxiu. It was originally performed in the form of bench singing to open the market for merchants to meet friends and entertain. Only gongs and drums were used to help the festival, without orchestral accompaniment. The songs sung were all folk songs, which were called "bench operas". The actors' performances were lively and lively, and their singing was simple and natural, showing the local folk customs, values ​​and life in Yongxiu vividly. The story takes place in the specific geographical environment of Taohualing. It is a love drama. The male protagonist agrees to come back to visit Taomei when the peach blossoms are in full bloom. Through their wonderful performances, the actors portrayed the deep friendship between the hero and heroine and their persistent pursuit of love in a very moving way, which immersed the audience in the performance and caused them to burst into applause and cheers from time to time.