Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

Lu Yong walked over to her and admired the beautiful scenery with her: "Yes, the beauty here is endowed by nature and history. Look over there, there is a beacon tower, which was an important facility used to transmit military intelligence in the past."

Hannah looked in the direction Lu Yong pointed, and sure enough, she saw several beacon towers standing on the grassland, looking particularly solemn.

"Let's go to the beacon tower and take a look. Maybe we can find something interesting." Hannah pulled Lu Yong and walked towards the beacon tower.

Along the way, they met many tourists.

Some tourists were taking photos, while others were listening attentively to the tour guide's explanation of historical stories.

Hannah also leaned over curiously and listened for a while. Although she didn't quite understand some of the content, she still listened with great interest.

"Lu Yong, listen, it turns out so many wars have happened here in the past. It's so shocking." Hannah whispered to Lu Yong.

Lu Yong nodded: "Yes, this place has witnessed many historical changes. If we learn more about it, we can also gain a lot of knowledge."

Finally reaching the beacon tower, Hannah couldn't wait to climb up.

There is not much space inside the beacon tower, but there are still some ancient traces on the walls.

Hannah reached out and touched the wall, as if she could feel the scene of the soldiers holding their ground here back then.

"Lu Yong, do you think these soldiers were very scared at that time? After all, they had to face so many enemies." Hannah sighed.

Lu Yong stood beside her and said, "They must have been afraid at times, but in order to defend their homes and for the peace of the country, they still stood here bravely. This is a kind of responsibility and commitment."

After coming down from the beacon tower, they decided to take a walk on the grassland.

The grassland is covered with green grass and dotted with colorful wild flowers. When the breeze blows, the grass waves roll, as if it is a green ocean.

Hannah ran excitedly on the grassland, her laughter echoing on the grassland.

Lu Yong chased her from behind, shouting, "Run slower, don't fall!"

Hannah was tired from running, so she lay on the grass and looked at the blue sky and white clouds.

Lu Yong also lay beside her, and the two of them quietly enjoyed this pleasant time.

"Lu Yong, you said it would be nice if it could always be like this, without any worries, just this beautiful scenery and each other." Hannah said softly.

Lu Yong turned sideways and looked into her eyes: "Yes, we will have more times like this in the future. As long as we are together, everywhere is heaven."

At this time, a group of sheep passed by them, bleating.

Hannah sat up immediately and said excitedly: "Lu Yong, look! The sheep are so cute!"

Lu Yong also sat up and said, "Let's go and see the uncle herding sheep and listen to his stories about the grassland."

The two followed the flock of sheep and found the uncle who was herding sheep.

The uncle was a simple man. When he saw them coming, he greeted them warmly.

"Uncle, these sheep are all yours. There are so many of them!" Hannah asked curiously.

The uncle smiled and said, "Yes, this grassland is our treasure, and raising sheep is our main business. You are here for tourism, right? There are many interesting places in Shaohukou."

Lu Yong nodded: "Uncle, we just visited the city wall and beacon tower, and it feels very historical. Can you tell us the story of this grassland in the past?"

The uncle cleared his throat and began to talk: "In the past, this Shaohukou was a battleground, and wars often broke out there. At that time, people's lives were very hard. However, our people are also very brave, and they are not afraid of sacrifice to defend their homes. Later, when the war ended, everyone lived peacefully on this grassland, grazing and farming. Although life was not rich, everyone was very united. Now, life is getting better and better, and this grassland has become a good place for tourism. Many people come here to play."

Hannah was fascinated by the story. She felt that the story told by the uncle was like a vivid history book, which gave her a deeper understanding of this land.

"Uncle, you spoke so well. It felt like you were a witness to the history of this grassland." Hannah praised sincerely.

The uncle laughed and said, "Girl, I am just an ordinary shepherd, but I know a lot about the things on the grassland. If you want to know anything else, just ask me."

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Uncle, we want to play on this grassland for a while longer. Can you recommend some fun places for us?"

The uncle thought for a moment and said, "You can go to the hillside over there. The scenery there is beautiful, and you can see the remains of the Great Wall in the distance. Also, there is a small lake on the grassland. The water is very clear and there are fish in it. You can go and have a look."

After thanking the uncle, the two followed his instructions and first came to the hillside.

Standing on the hillside, the scenery is even more magnificent.

The remains of the Great Wall in the distance are winding and twisting, and set off by the grasslands and mountains, forming a beautiful picture.

Hannah excitedly took out her camera and kept taking pictures.

"Lu Yong, look, the combination of the Great Wall and the grassland is so shocking! It feels like history and nature are perfectly integrated together." Hannah said while taking pictures.

Lu Yong walked up to her and said, "Yes, this is the charm of Shaohukou. It has both the weight of history and the magnificence of nature. Here, we can feel the smoke of ancient wars and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature."

After playing on the hillside for a while, they came to the small lake that the uncle mentioned.

The lake water is crystal clear, the surrounding reeds sway in the wind, and occasionally you can see a few small fish swimming in the water.

Hannah excitedly ran to the lake and reached out to touch the water: "Wow, the water is so cool, it feels so comfortable."

Lu Yong also came over and said, "This lake is like a pearl on the grassland, adding a different kind of agility to the grassland. Let's walk along the lake, maybe we can find more interesting things."

Hannah smiled and nodded, holding Lu Yong's hand, and walked slowly along the lake.

The grass under my feet is soft, and every step I take feels like I'm walking on clouds.

The breeze blows gently, bringing with it the freshness of the lake water and the fragrance of the grass, making people feel relaxed and happy.

"Lu Yong, look over there!" Hannah suddenly stopped and shouted, pointing not far away.

Lu Yong looked in the direction she pointed, and saw several colorful butterflies dancing among the reeds. Their wings sparkled charmingly in the sunlight, like a group of lively elves.

"It's so beautiful!" Lu Yong couldn't help but exclaim.

The two stood there quietly, watching the butterflies fluttering lightly, as if time had stopped at this moment.

After a while, the butterflies gradually flew away. Hannah came back to her senses and said with a smile: "Let's keep going."

They continued to stroll along the lake and unknowingly came to a relatively secluded corner.

There is a sturdy tree here with lush branches and leaves, like a huge green umbrella, providing shade for this small world.

There are some unknown wild flowers under the tree, colorful and beautiful.

Hannah ran over excitedly, squatted down, and carefully admired the wild flowers.

"Lu Yong, look at these flowers. Although they are not as gorgeous as those precious flowers, they have a unique wild beauty." As she spoke, she gently stroked the petals.

Lu Yong walked over to her and squatted down as well: "Yes, nature can always create the most beautiful works. Just like these wild flowers, they don't need people's careful care, but they can still bloom with their own brilliance."

Hannah stood up and leaned into Lu Yong's arms: "Lu Yong, I think this trip to Shaohukou is really worth it. We saw the ancient city walls, the magnificent grasslands, met a warm-hearted uncle, and saw such beautiful scenery. It all seemed like a dream."

Lu Yong hugged her tightly and said, "This is not a dream. This is a wonderful experience that really happened to us. In the future, we can go to more places, see more scenery, and create more memories of our own."

Hannah raised her head, looked into Lu Yong's eyes, and said seriously: "Well, I look forward to walking through more places with you. But I'm a little hungry now, let's find a place to eat something."

Lu Yong smiled and scratched her nose: "You little greedy cat, you get more excited when I talk about food. Let's see if there are any herdsmen's homes nearby. Maybe we can eat authentic grassland food." The two walked along the lake for a while and finally saw a few yurts not far away.

They walked towards the yurt excitedly, and before they got close, they smelled a strong aroma of meat.

As we entered the yurt, we were greeted by a hospitable herdsman lady.

"Welcome, welcome, guests from afar, please come in and have a seat." The aunt greeted them in not very fluent Mandarin.

Lu Yong and Hannah greeted the aunt and then sat down at the long table in the yurt.

After a while, the aunt brought out plates of delicious grassland delicacies, including roasted whole lamb, hand-held meat, milk tea, and various special snacks.

Hannah looked at the table full of delicious food with her eyes wide open: "Wow, there are so many delicious foods, I don't know which one to eat first."

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Don't be in a hurry, eat slowly. These are the specialties of the grassland, and they taste delicious."

They ate delicious food while chatting with the aunt.

The aunt told them many customs and interesting stories on the grassland. Hannah listened with great interest and laughed from time to time.

"Auntie, your story is so interesting. It feels like life on the grassland is like a beautiful song." Hannah said happily.

The old lady laughed and said, "Girls, if you like, come to the grassland more often in the future. Our people are very welcoming and we guarantee that you will have a great time."

After eating and drinking, Hannah and Lu Yong thanked the aunt and walked out of the yurt.

"Lu Yong, look at this sunset, it's so beautiful! It feels like the whole world is dyed golden." Hannah sighed, looking at the sky.

Lu Yong took her hand and said, "Yes, let's find a place to sit down and enjoy the beautiful scenery."

They came to an open meadow and sat down on the ground.

The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on them, as if covering them with a layer of golden gauze.

Hannah leaned on Lu Yong's shoulder, quietly enjoying this wonderful moment.

As time passed, the sun gradually set behind the mountain and the sky gradually darkened.

Lights lit up on the grassland, as if the stars in the night sky had fallen to the ground.

"Lu Yong, it's time for us to go back." Hannah stood up and stretched.

Lu Yong also stood up and took her hand: "Okay, let's go back."

After getting in the car, it started and slowly drove away from the Shahukou Scenic Area.

Hannah leaned against the car window, looking at the grassland and pass gradually disappearing into the distance, feeling reluctant to leave.

After leaving the Shahukou Scenic Area, Lu Yong and Hannah began to look forward to visiting other attractions in Shuozhou.

Along the way, Hannah excitedly planned the next trip: "Lu Yong, I heard that there are many ancient buildings in Shuozhou. We must go and see them."

Lu Yong held Hannah's hand and responded: "Okay, I'll listen to you."

The two were having a heated discussion when suddenly, the sky, which had been as beautiful as a painting just now, was suddenly covered by a large dark cloud.

Raindrops as big as beans began to hit the car window with a crackling sound. The wipers swung frantically, but it was difficult to completely clear the rain in front of them.

"Oh, why does it rain all of a sudden? It won't rain again tomorrow, will it?" Hannah frowned, looking at the blurry scene outside the window, feeling a little lost.

Lu Yong comforted him, "It's okay. Rainy days have their own moods. Let's go back to the hotel first and see if the rain will stop tomorrow."

Soon, they returned to the hotel.

Hannah looked at the heavy rain outside the window and her expression became worried.

Lu Yong comforted him, "It's okay. The rain may stop soon. It won't affect our schedule tomorrow."

Hannah frowned, her hands unconsciously tugging at the corners of her clothes: "But, Lu Yong, it looks like it's going to rain heavily. What if it continues to rain tomorrow? Wouldn't our planned trip be ruined?"

Lu Yong said patiently: "Baby, rest is the most important thing now. Let's see what the weather is like when we wake up tomorrow."

Hannah said dejectedly, "Then I can only rest first and watch it tomorrow."

The next morning, Hannah turned over in a daze and muttered, "Lu Yong, what time is it?"

Lu Yong reached out for his phone and squinted his eyes. "It's only six o'clock. Let's sleep a little longer."

Hannah sat up suddenly and stared out the window.

I saw the rain falling on the glass like a curtain, with no sign of stopping.

Her face instantly fell, and she was filled with anxiety: "Lu Yong, why is it still raining? What should we do with our schedule today?"

As he spoke, his hands unconsciously grabbed the quilt, his brows were tightly furrowed, and his heart was full of worry about not being able to travel as planned.

Lu Yong touched Hannah's head and said, "Don't worry, since the rain hasn't stopped yet, I'll take you to play around nearby."

As they spoke, the two of them got up and began to pack. After they had simply packed up, they decided to go out and look for food.

There is a snack street near the hotel. Although it was raining, there were still many pedestrians holding umbrellas on the street, and it was very lively.

As soon as you enter the snack street, a rich fragrance hits your nose.

The aromas of various delicacies intertwined together make people salivate.

Hannah's eyes lit up all of a sudden, and she excitedly pulled Lu Yong's hand: "Wow, it smells so good! Let's go see what delicious food there is."

They first came to a small shop selling knife-cut noodles.

The sign at the door of the store reads "Authentic Shuozhou Sliced ​​Noodles". The store is steaming hot and full of diners.

Lu Yong and Hannah found an empty seat and sat down, ordering two bowls of knife-cut noodles.

After a while, the noodles were served.

The noodles are thick in the middle and thin on the sides, shaped like a willow leaf. They are smooth on the outside and chewy on the inside. They are soft and not sticky, and become more fragrant the more you chew them.

The soup is rich and mellow, with a few green coriander and a few thin slices of beef floating on top.

Hannah couldn't wait to take a bite, her eyes narrowed into slits: "Lu Yong, this knife-cut noodles is so delicious!"

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Shuozhou's knife-cut noodles are very famous, and this one tastes really good. Eat more, so you can have the energy to go shopping."

After eating the knife-cut noodles, they continued strolling in the snack street.

At this time, they saw a stall selling Youyu salt-fried mutton.

The stall owner greeted them warmly: "Come and try our Youyu salt-fried mutton, this is a specialty of Shuozhou, I guarantee you will want to eat more after you have tried it." (End of this chapter)