The Common Man's Return in Chinese Entertainment

"Okay, let's go to Quanjude for Peking duck then."

"Wow, I've heard of that name before. Quanjude, the most famous roast duck restaurant in Beijing. It's said that many foreign heads of state have dined there when they came to Beijing."

"Hehe, you are quite famous. Let's take the bus first."

"it is good."

Seeing Han Chae-young's expectant look, Ji Qingxu smiled and led her toward the bus stop.

......

Damn, I forgot.

Looking at the densely packed crowd at the bus stop in front of him, Ji Qingxu couldn't help but want to slap his forehead. Since graduating from university in his previous life, Ji Qingxu rarely took public transportation such as subways or buses, except for trains, airplanes, and ships. Even after transmigrating, it was the same. Ji Qingxu always took taxis when he went out, which led to Ji Qingxu not thinking about this matter for the moment.

Most importantly, it's still rush hour, so you can imagine how congested public transportation in Beijing is.

Seeing Han Chae-young's surprised expression, Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "How about we take a taxi?"

Unexpectedly, Han Chae-young shook her head. "No, Qing Xuxi, since we want to experience the lifestyle of ordinary people, let's sit here. But there are so many Chinese people. I've never seen so many people in Korea."

Seeing the excitement and curiosity on Han Chae-young's face, Ji Qingxu teased, "Alright, then don't regret it later."

Han Chae-young smiled and raised her fist in a gesture of encouragement, "Clap!"

After waiting for less than ten minutes, the bus we needed to take arrived. Ji Qingxu smiled and reached out her hand, "Come on, take my hand, let's squeeze on."

Upon hearing this, Han Chae-young glanced at Ji Qingxu and smiled as she extended her hand.

"drop!"

As the door opened, Ji Qingxu half-embraced Han Caiying and squeezed towards the bus door.

After some twists and turns, the two got into the car, looked at each other, and couldn't help but laugh.

Not only Han Chae-young found it very novel, but Ji Qingxu felt the same way. It was not bad to experience something like this once in a while.

......

Holy crap, Ji Qingxu admitted that he had been too naive.

Ji Qingxu thought the bus would be crowded enough, but when he entered the subway station and saw Line 2, there were only heads and heads, which reminded him of the Spring Festival travel rush.

"Cai Yingxi".

Upon hearing Ji Qingxu's call, Han Caiying instinctively hugged Ji Qingxu tightly.

Although Han Chae-young had a great figure, Ji Qingxu didn't have time to appreciate it before he saw Line 2 arrive, so he immediately half-carried her and squeezed inside.

No wonder Ji Qingxu was so "rude"; you really couldn't get on the bus without squeezing in.

After finally squeezing onto the subway, Ji Qingxu couldn't help but look around. She saw that some petite girls were being squeezed so tightly that their feet were off the ground. Seeing this, Ji Qingxu's lips twitched. The public transportation environment in Beijing was too outrageous. It felt like going to and from get off work was a battle. But even so, so many people still flocked to Beijing wave after wave. The capital city was indeed very attractive.

......

"Phew, what a unique experience."

After exiting the subway station, Han Chae-young fanned herself with her hand and sighed.

Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "Do you feel more hungry now?"

Upon hearing this, Han Chae-young paused for a moment, then burst into laughter.

"Really, Qingxu, now that you mention it, I feel my stomach growling loudly. Let's hurry up and go eat roast duck."

"Okay, let's go this way."

"it is good."

Seeing the blush still lingering on Han Chae-young's face, Ji Qingxu smiled and walked forward.

The bus ride was a little better; once it was full, the driver closed the doors. But the subway was truly crowded, like a sardine can. Being crammed together like that for so long naturally creates a different feeling. I must say, this Korean actress has a fantastic figure.

No. 30 Qianmen Street is the "origin store" of Quanjude. Many Chinese and foreign tourists, heads of state and dignitaries have eaten here. Ji Qingxu also came here in his previous life. As for the taste, Ji Qingxu thought it was okay. It was not particularly amazing, but it would not disappoint. The standard of food preparation was well maintained.

"Wow, Qingxu, so many famous people have eaten here."

Following Han Chae-young's gesture, Ji Qingxu looked at the various photos and pictures of celebrities and politicians displayed on the wall inside the store.

"This shop opened in 1864, and it has been around for 139 years."

Upon hearing Ji Qingxu's introduction, Han Caiying covered her mouth in surprise, "Taedan Heyyo!"

"Come on, let's go inside and find a seat."

"it is good."

......

"A whole roast duck, with roasted duck heart, mustard duck feet, salted duck liver, duck carcass soup, salt and pepper duck carcass, Qianlong cabbage, almond tofu, donkey roll, pea flour cake, and aiwowo (glutinous rice cake), plus a pot of jasmine tea... Caiying, is there anything you'd like to eat?"

Han Chae-young smiled and waved her hand, "You order, Qingxu, I'll just wait to eat."

Upon hearing this, Ji Qingxu handed the menu back to the waiter and said with a smile, "Let's bring these for now."

The waiter smiled and said, "Okay, is your lady friend from South Korea?"

"right."

"Does she have any dietary restrictions?"

"no."

"Okay, then I'll place your order."

"Can."

After a while, a chef wearing a white chef's robe came over pushing a cart.

"Good evening, guests. I am Chef Zhang Wei. I will be cooking for you both today."

"Excuse me, Chef Zhang."

You're too kind.

Seeing the chef skillfully pick up the knife and begin slicing the duck, Ji Qingxu noticed his technique and glanced at him with a smile. This chef, Zhang Wei, must be one of the best knife-wielders in the kitchen.

"Qingxu, what a pity, I didn't bring my camera. I wish I could have taken a picture."

Seeing Han Chae-young's regretful expression, Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "It's okay, we'll find another opportunity to come later. Let's just enjoy the food today."

Han Chae-young smiled happily upon hearing this and said, "Okay."

After slicing the duck, Zhang Wei asked softly, "Would you like me to demonstrate for you two, or would you like to do it yourself?"

Ji Qingxu replied with a smile, "Let's do it ourselves."

"Alright, please enjoy your meal."

After the chef left, Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "I'll teach you how to eat duck."

"it is good."

Ji Qingxu picked up a lotus leaf pancake, spread some sweet bean sauce on it, and asked, "Do you want some scallions and cucumber?"

"I don't have any dietary restrictions when it comes to food."

"OK."

After finishing rolling, Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "Open your mouth."

Han Chae-young blushed slightly upon hearing this, and generously opened her mouth a little closer. Ji Qingxu smiled and handed it to her.

After slowly eating it, Han Chae-young couldn't help but give a thumbs up, "Delicious!"

"Let me teach you another way to eat it: dip the duck skin in white sugar."

"Is that so?"

"right."

"Wow, this is delicious too."

When the flambéed duck heart was served, the waiter lit it, and Han Chae-young's eyes widened as she watched the flames dance in the dish.

"That's amazing."

"This person speaks Chinese very well."

"Qing Xuxi, he has studied for a while, don't look down on him."

"Haha, my bad, here, let me toast you."

Looking at the jasmine tea that Ji Qingxu was holding, Han Caiying smiled playfully, "Qingxu, I remember that in your country, apologies are made with alcohol."

Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "How about we switch to wine?"

Han Chae-young smiled and shook her head, "Next time, I'll remember this for you."

"Okay, I'll toast you again next time."

"Cheers!"

"Cheers!"

The two men clinked their teacups together, then smiled at each other.

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"Ah, Qingxu, I feel like I'm stuffed."

"Let's go outside for a walk to digest our food."

"To aid digestion?"

"Digesting food."

"Oh, I see. Let's go then."

Qianmen Street is not far from Dashilan. Compared to later times when it was completely commercialized, Dashilan still has a good atmosphere. There are many time-honored shops here. It is currently the end of summer vacation, and the streets are bustling with people at night.

"Qingxu, how do you pronounce this character?"

"Ruifuxiang".

"water beetle?"

"Yes, shall we go in and take a look?"

Han Chae-young nodded repeatedly upon hearing this.

Seeing Han Chae-young's eyes light up, Ji Qingxu couldn't help but chuckle. However, seeing the various colors and exquisite patterns of silk fabrics inside Ruifuxiang, Ji Qingxu could understand why women would be attracted to such "beautiful scenery".

"Then let's go in."

"it is good."

......

Half an hour later, the two came out. Han Chae-young exclaimed, "So beautiful and amazing! China really has a lot of treasures. I've seen similar shops in Seoul, but the things inside are nothing compared to this one."

"There are still many wonderful things in China. Let's take our time browsing. Come on, let's go to the next store."

"it is good."

They shopped from store to store, chatting as they strolled. When it reached ten o'clock, Ji Qingxu glanced at the time and said with a smile, "Caiying, it's getting late, let's go home."

Han Chae-young smiled and nodded. "Okay, shall we take the subway back the same way we came?"

Ji Qingxu smiled and said, "Let's take a taxi back. In the future, when we go out, we'll try out public transportation, and when we go back, we'll take the most convenient option."

"Okay, I'll do as you say."

The two then hailed a taxi and got in.