This city simulation game can affect reality.

As the car started, Chen Jun drove while giving Li Qingxin instructions on precautions:

"When you arrive at the location, don't rush to take out your work. First, observe the master craftsman's working environment. How the tools are arranged and how the materials are placed can, to some extent, reveal his habits and personality."

"Yes, I will pay attention. These masters' unique skills must also be inseparable from the tools they use." Li Qingxin listened attentively.

"Listen to what he talks about, whether it's reminiscing about past glories, complaining about the lack of successors to his craft, or something else, and find the knot in his heart."

Chen Jun continued to give instructions. Although he was speaking to Li Qingxin, Xiao Xiong, who was standing to the side, could still understand the gist of it.

At the age of eight or nine, they already understand some things.

Chen Jun's words were not meant to be lecturing. After all, Li Qingxin was about the same age as him and had been working in society for several years, so she understood the principles that needed to be understood.

But this matter is of great importance, and there are some things that need to be explained.

"Yes, the boss is right. These unique skills are often accompanied by decades of research and hard work by masters. I will pay special attention to their attitude and analyze what they value."

Hearing that the other party not only understood his intentions but also offered additional insights, Chen Jun felt gratified.

He nodded in agreement and continued to instruct, "Especially be careful not to mention money or cooperation right away. Just treat us as juniors who have come because of your reputation."

"I understand, boss. We're going there to study, not to make purchases," Li Qingxin nodded earnestly.

That's what I mean.

"My brother knows so much."

The little bear sitting in the back row listened to their conversation, seemingly understanding but not quite, and couldn't help but chime in.

In his naive mind, this young man not only ran a huge resort, but could also spout so many profound truths, which was truly impressive.

After the serious topic was over, the atmosphere in the car became much more relaxed.

Chen Jun then chatted with the two about everyday matters. As they enjoyed the conversation, it gradually got dark, and the car entered the city of Xina.

Unlike the modernity of Nandu, Xina has a more rustic style, giving it a feel of a small hometown.

Chen Jun first went to the city center to select some gifts for the meeting. Although he couldn't have too strong a purpose, he still had to pay attention to basic etiquette.

After confirming Master Yang's address, the three did not rush to visit him, but instead stayed at a nearby hotel for the night.

They waited until dawn the next day before bringing the gifts to the door.

The visit went smoothly without any obstacles, and they quickly met the person they wanted to see.

Yang Cheng's home is in an old-style family compound on the outskirts of the city. Although the house is quite old, it is very spacious, and there are traces of woodwork in the yard.

Following his prepared remarks, Chen Jun first expressed his admiration for Master Yang's work, and then explained his purpose: "We are woodworking enthusiasts who have long admired your skills and have come to visit you in the hope of receiving your guidance."

After speaking, he handed over the gifts. These items were not luxury goods, but they were all carefully selected and of high quality, not ordinary items that could be found anywhere on the market.

Yang Cheng accepted the gift with a smile and said, "Guidance? Young man... you're going to use it to make money, aren't you?"

These words, though seemingly ordinary, revealed Chen Jun's true intentions.

He raised a calloused hand with a slightly self-deprecating tone: "These hands of mine are for serving our ancestor."

His attitude was very clear: he was not interested in using his skills for commercial purposes.

Chen Jun did not deny the other party's speculation. He himself came with commercial purposes, and forcibly concealing it would only appear hypocritical: "Profit is indeed one aspect we consider, but compared to that, we value the inheritance of skills even more. Nowadays, unique skills like yours are on the verge of being lost. If the skills were to disappear, it would undoubtedly be a huge loss to the woodworking industry."

Chen Jun took out his business card and handed it to the other party: "To be honest, we are currently running a woodworking workshop to cultivate more young people who are interested in traditional woodworking. If you would be so kind as to teach us, we guarantee that we will pass on these skills with the utmost rigor."

To increase her persuasiveness, Li Qingxin timely brought out her wood carving works: "Master, these are some of my usual creations, and I hope to receive your guidance."

Master Yang examined it carefully, a hint of admiration flashing across his face, but he immediately shook his head: "No matter how realistically it's carved, it's still just an inanimate object. The 'carving' in wood carving is in the hands, but even more so in the heart of the carver. What you're pursuing now is still at the technical level."

Chen Jun continued the conversation, saying, "That's precisely why we need your guidance. Techniques can be mastered through practice, but understanding and appreciating the art requires guidance from a senior like you."

These words made Master Yang think deeply. Taking advantage of the other party's interest, Chen Jun elaborated on his sincerity and determination to pass on the skills from various angles.

The exchange didn't come to an end until around noon.

"Come back another day," Master Yang said simply in the end.

Chen Jun couldn't quite grasp the meaning of those words. Although the other party wasn't as indifferent as Zhuge Liang had been during the Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage, today's conversation seemed to have made some progress, yet it also seemed like nothing had changed.

Left with no other choice, Chen Jun could only humbly take his leave: "We apologize for disturbing you, Master. We will visit you another day."

Stepping out of the courtyard, Li Qingzhao was clearly somewhat confused: "Boss, what do you mean by Master Yang?"

The other party did not explicitly refuse, but they also did not seem to agree to cooperate.

"No matter what, we'll come again tomorrow," Chen Jun said thoughtfully.

Today's conversation shows that Master Yang is not a greedy person; otherwise, given his skill and expertise, he wouldn't be living in a place like this.

For Chen Jun, this situation was the most difficult to handle. It was not easy to win over someone who did not care about fame or fortune.

Back at the hotel, he reviewed and analyzed today's visit: "When we visit tomorrow, we need to change our strategy. Master Yang is someone who particularly values ​​'craftsmanship,' so we need to focus on discussing how to establish a complete inheritance system under his guidance. We need to not only learn the skills, but also understand the spirit and philosophy behind them."

Considering the possibility of failure, he frowned and said, "If there is still no progress by tomorrow, we will proceed to Chongzhou as planned to visit Master Zhao."

The time left for the resort is actually very limited. It must deliver this heavy "final blow" before the agritainment business becomes profitable.