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

The next morning, Lu Yong gently woke up Hannah who was still sleeping, and said softly: "Baby, wake up quickly, today we are going to Fengguo Temple in Yi County. I heard that the ancient architecture and Buddhist art there are amazing, which will definitely open your eyes."

Hannah opened her eyes dazedly, and seeing Lu Yong's expectant eyes, she instantly perked up, sat up at once, and shouted excitedly: "Okay, okay, I'll get up and clean up right away!"

The two quickly washed up, had a simple breakfast, and then set off for Fengguo Temple in Yi County.

Along the way, Hannah was like a curious little bird, chirping and asking questions non-stop: "Lu Yong, what's so special about Fengguo Temple? Are the buildings there really as exquisite as the legend says?"

Lu Yong smiled and patiently answered: "Baby, Fengguo Temple is an ancient temple with a history of thousands of years. Its Great Hall is the largest Buddhist temple left over from ancient times. The colored sculptures and murals inside are all unique. When we get there, you will know how shocking it is."

Hannah's eyes sparkled with anticipation: "Wow, that must be awesome! I can't wait!"

Finally, they arrived at Fengguo Temple in Yi County.

The mountain gate of Fengguo Temple is quaint, the red doorposts look particularly bright in the sun, and the eaves and brackets are arranged in an orderly manner, as if telling a thousand-year-old story.

Hannah took Lu Yong's hand and walked in faster, muttering: "Lu Yong, hurry up, I feel like it must be more exciting inside."

Entering the mountain gate, there is a long corridor.

Tall pine and cypress trees with lush branches and leaves are planted on both sides of the corridor, as if they are loyal guards protecting this ancient temple.

The sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves, forming mottled light and shadows, giving a feeling of tranquility and mystery.

Hannah excitedly shuttled between the light and shadow like a cheerful elf, and from time to time she reached out to touch the ancient walls, feeling the traces left by the years.

"Lu Yong, look at this wall. It feels so rough, but it also has a special texture. It's as if you can feel the care that the ancient craftsmen put into building it brick by brick." Hannah said excitedly.

Lu Yong followed her with a smile and said, "Yes, baby, these buildings are the crystallization of the wisdom of ancient craftsmen. They did not have modern machinery, and they built them bit by bit with their own hands. Such exquisite skills are really admirable."

Walking along the corridor, they arrived in front of the Main Hall.

The grandeur of the Great Hall instantly took Hannah's breath away.

This hall is nine bays wide and five bays deep, with a single-eaved hipped roof. It looks magnificent and solemn.

Hannah looked up, her eyes wide open, her mouth slightly open, and exclaimed: "Lu Yong, this is too spectacular! I have never seen such a large Buddhist temple. I feel so small standing in front of it."

Looking at her lovely appearance, Lu Yong couldn't help but smile and said, "Baby, this is the charm of ancient architecture. It can make people feel the insignificance of human beings and the weight of history."

They slowly walked into the Great Hall. The light inside the hall was dim, which added a sense of mystery to the atmosphere.

Huge Buddha statues stand in the temple, looking down at all living beings with compassion and solemnity.

Hannah was so shocked by the scene that she was speechless. She walked gently to a Buddha statue and observed it carefully.

The Buddha statue has a kind face and deep eyes, as if it can see through people's hearts.

Hannah stretched out her hand and wanted to touch the Buddha statue, but she hesitated. Finally, she gently placed her hand on the corner of the Buddha statue's clothes.

"Lu Yong, look at this Buddha statue. It is so finely carved. Every line is so smooth. It feels like it is alive. How did the ancient craftsmen do it? It is amazing."

Hannah said with admiration. Lu Yong walked up to her and admired the Buddha statues with her, saying, "Baby, these Buddha statues are all carved from wood, and no nails are used. They are all connected together by mortise and tenon joints. This skill requires not only superb carpentry skills, but also a deep understanding of Buddhist culture to carve such lifelike Buddha statues."

Hannah listened attentively. She walked around the Buddha statue and carefully observed every detail.

Suddenly, she discovered that the sleeves of the Buddha statue were exquisitely painted. Although thousands of years had passed, the colors were still bright and eye-catching.

She pointed at the painting excitedly and said to Lu Yong: "Lu Yong, look at this painting, the color is so beautiful, it feels like new. The pigments used by the ancients must be very special, otherwise how could they be preserved for so long?"

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Baby, the pigments used in these paintings are all natural mineral pigments. They are not only colorful but also not easy to fade. Ancient painters used their exquisite skills to paint these paintings on Buddha statues, making the Buddha statues more vivid and lifelike."

On one side of the Main Hall, there are several statues of Bodhisattvas.

These Bodhisattva statues have graceful postures and different expressions. Some hold lotus flowers, some clasp their hands together and smile. Each one seems to have its own story.

Hannah was deeply attracted by these Bodhisattva statues. She admired them one by one, and kept exclaiming in admiration.

"Lu Yong, look at this statue of Bodhisattva. Her smile is so gentle, it feels like it can heal people's hearts. And this one, her posture is so elegant, it looks like she is dancing. Ancient artists were really imaginative. They could portray the image of Bodhisattva so vividly." Hannah said excitedly.

Seeing her intoxicated look, Lu Yong was also filled with joy and said, "Baby, this is the charm of Buddhist art. It not only allows people to enjoy beauty, but also purifies their souls."

They lingered in the Great Hall and unknowingly a long time had passed.

At this time, a temple staff member came over and saw them admiring the Buddha statues and murals so attentively, so he began to introduce them to them enthusiastically.

The staff pointed to a mural in the hall and said: "Look at this mural, it depicts a Buddhist story, the picture is rich in color, and the characters are lifelike. It is one of the finest murals in Fengguo Temple. This mural not only has high artistic value, but also reflects the social outlook and Buddhist culture at that time."

Hannah listened with great interest. She moved closer to the mural and carefully observed every detail.

The characters in the murals are dressed in gorgeous costumes and have vivid expressions, as if they are telling touching stories.

Hannah couldn't help but ask, "Master, how long did it take to paint this mural? How much effort did the ancient painters have to put in to complete such a great work?"

The staff member smiled and said: "It took a long time to paint this mural. Ancient painters may have spent several years to complete it. They not only need to have superb painting skills, but also have in-depth research on Buddhist scriptures to vividly depict the stories of the sutras on the murals."

After hearing this, Hannah admired the ancient painters even more.

She turned to Lu Yong and said, "Lu Yong, the ancient people were really amazing. They didn't have the advanced tools and technology we have today, but they were able to create such beautiful works of art. We really should cherish these cultural heritages."

Lu Yong nodded and said, "Baby, you are right. These cultural heritages are the treasures of the Chinese nation. We should let more people know about them."

Coming out of the Main Hall, they came to the side hall of the temple.

The side hall displays some cultural relics and exhibits related to Buddhist culture, including ancient Buddhist scriptures, instruments, and some daily necessities used by monks. Hannah is also very interested in these exhibits. She carefully looks at them one by one and asks the staff some questions from time to time.

Hannah stopped in front of an ancient Buddhist scripture.

The paper of the Buddhist scriptures has turned yellow and the words on it are a little blurred, but one can still feel the profound cultural heritage it carries.

Hannah gently opened the Buddhist scriptures and looked at the neat handwriting on them. She said, "Lu Yong, look at this Buddhist scripture. The words on it are so well written. The ancient monks must have spent a lot of time and energy copying these scriptures. Their pious spirit is really touching."

Lu Yong said: "Yes, baby, Buddhist culture is passed down from generation to generation through these scriptures. These scriptures are not only religious classics, but also important carriers of ancient culture."

After visiting the side halls, they came to the temple courtyard.

There are various flowers, plants and trees planted in the courtyard, and the fragrance of flowers is everywhere, making people feel relaxed and happy.

Hannah ran happily in the courtyard, feeling the peaceful and beautiful atmosphere.

She ran to an ancient ginkgo tree, looked up at the golden leaves on the tree, and said excitedly: "Lu Yong, look at this ginkgo tree, the leaves are so beautiful, like a bunch of small fans. It feels like this tree has also witnessed the thousand-year history of Fengguo Temple."

Lu Yong walked up to her and admired the ginkgo tree with her, saying, "Baby, you are right. This ginkgo tree is like a silent old man, silently guarding this ancient temple and witnessing the changes of time."

In a corner of the courtyard, there are some monks doing their daily homework.

They were dressed in simple monk robes, looked focused, and were muttering to themselves.

Hannah stood quietly by, watching them, her heart filled with awe.

Unconsciously, the sun gradually set, and golden light sprinkled on every inch of Fengguo Temple in Yi County, as if the ancient buildings and lush trees were dressed in a shining dress.

The whole temple seems to be shrouded in a layer of dreamy veil, beautiful like a dream.

Hannah stood in the center of the courtyard, closed her eyes slightly, took a deep breath, and felt the air full of historical charm and Buddhist tranquility.

She slowly opened her eyes and turned to look at Lu Yong, her eyes full of emotion and joy: "Lu Yong, today's trip to Fengguo Temple is like a wonderful journey through time. I seem to see the scene of ancient craftsmen sweating profusely to build the hall, the painters concentrating on painting on Buddha statues and murals, and the monks' pious practice and inner peace. I was so shocked and moved."

Lu Yong stepped forward, gently held Hannah's hand, and said with a smile: "Baby, I am just like you, deeply impressed by the charm of Fengguo Temple. The exquisite craftsmanship of ancient architecture, every mortise and tenon, every line embodies the wisdom and hard work of the craftsmen; the unique charm of Buddhist art, whether it is the demeanor of the Buddha statues, the splendor of the paintings, or the vividness of the murals, makes people marvel at the creativity of the ancients. This place is like a huge treasure, with stories hidden in every corner and history in every cultural relic."

Hannah leaned gently on Lu Yong's shoulder, looked at the magnificent Great Hall again, and said slowly: "Lu Yong, I always felt that history was far away from me, and those ancient buildings and art were just pictures in books. But when I came here today, I really felt that history is right in front of me. It is so vivid and warm."

Lu Yong gently stroked Hannah's hair and said tenderly: "Baby, we can experience different cultures and understand the stories behind history through personal experience, so that our horizons can be broadened and our hearts can be enriched."

At this time, a melodious bell sound came from the temple. The deep and rich sound seemed to have traveled through thousands of years, echoing in the air.

Hannah and Lu Yong stood there quietly, listening to the bells and feeling the tranquility and peace.

As the sound of the bell gradually faded away, Hannah said with emotion: "Lu Yong, this bell seems to have a magical power that can calm people's inner restlessness. In such a noisy world, it is really precious to have a place like this where people can calm their souls."

Lu Yong nodded and said, "Yes, baby. Fengguo Temple is like a spiritual haven. No matter how chaotic the outside world is, you can find peace and tranquility here."

As the sky gradually darkened, the lights in the temple gradually lit up.

The warm yellow light shining on the ancient building adds a mysterious atmosphere.

Hannah and Lu Yong walked slowly in the temple hand in hand, admiring the Fengguo Temple in the night again.

Whenever they passed by a Buddha statue, Hannah would put her hands together and bow devoutly, as if expressing her respect and gratitude to these ancient Buddha statues.

Finally, they came to the exit of the temple.

Hannah took a deep breath. Although she was a little reluctant, she still smiled brightly and said, "Lu Yong, let's go. But before we leave, I want to take a few more photos to record the night view of Fengguo Temple."

As she spoke, she took out her cell phone and began to carefully look for angles to take pictures.

Lu Yong stood beside her, helping her hold her things. Looking at her serious look, he couldn't hide the happiness on his face.

After taking the photos, they walked out of Fengguo Temple hand in hand.

They found a cozy little restaurant, sat down and ordered some local specialties.

While waiting for the food to be served, Hannah kept sharing with Lu Yong every detail of her experience at Fengguo Temple today, including the Buddha statues and murals that impressed her, as well as the unique decorative details on the ancient buildings.

After a while, all the dishes were served.

While eating the delicious dishes, Hannah continued, "Lu Yong, you know what? Today in Fengguo Temple, I felt like I had opened an ancient history book, and every page was filled with wonderful stories. Moreover, those Buddhist arts are not only a manifestation of beauty, but also a spiritual sustenance. While appreciating them, people can also feel a kind of power."

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, saying, "Baby, you are absolutely right. Buddhist art has a profound cultural heritage and can bring spiritual comfort and enlightenment to people. We are really lucky to have such an experience today."

After dinner, they took a slow walk along the street.

Hannah held Lu Yong's arm tightly, resting her head on his shoulder, and was very happy.

After returning to the hotel, Hannah threw herself on the soft bed, stretched her limbs and said, "I have been walking all day today. It's so comfortable to lie on the bed now."

Lu Yong smiled and sat on the bed and said, "Little lazy bug, go and have a rest. You are really tired today."

Hannah suddenly asked again: "Lu Yong, where are we going to play in Jinzhou tomorrow?"

Lu Yong said lovingly, "I knew you couldn't sit still. Go to sleep quickly. When you wake up, you'll know where to go."

After Hannah and Lu Yong simply washed up, Hannah fell asleep happily in Lu Yong's arms.

The dream is full of sweet memory fragments. (End of this chapter)