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

The next morning, when the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and shone on Lu Yong and his group, they were already ready to embark on their journey to China.

In addition to his gentle and lovely girlfriend Hannah, Lu Yong also returned to China with two potential new stars in the basketball world - Ding Yanyuhang and Zhou Qi.

Originally, Lu Yong planned to let these two young talents stay in the United States and receive special training for an entire summer in order to achieve a qualitative leap in technology and physical fitness.

However, after learning the news that Lu Yong was about to return to China, a strange light flashed in the eyes of Ding Yanyuhang and Zhou Qi. It was a deep attachment to their hometown, and also a simple emotion of wanting to return home in glory after success.

Lu Yong is well versed in human nature. He understands the thoughts of these two young players and knows that proper relaxation is a good medicine for tense nerves.

So he nodded and agreed to their request, and decided to give them a short vacation so that they could feel the warmth of family affection and enjoy the joy of victory in their hometown.

After all, this time they will not be back home for too long, and they will need to return to the United States to continue their special training journey.

And at that time, they will devote themselves to training with greater enthusiasm and motivation.

Since Lu Yong and others' itinerary was announced on personal media early in the morning, when their flight landed at the Magic City Airport, they were greeted with a grand welcome ceremony.

The square outside the airport was already filled with enthusiastic fans.

Some of them were wearing the bright five-star red flag, some were wearing basketball jerseys, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation.

Everyone was waving to Lu Yong and others, and shouts and cheers came one after another, merging into a sea of ​​joy.

Security personnel were already on high alert and they temporarily designated gathering areas for fans to ensure order at the scene and avoid unnecessary chaos.

Even under such control, the enthusiasm of the fans was hard to contain. They waved the national flag and jerseys in their hands, shouted the names of Lu Yong and others, and expressed their endless admiration and love for them.

At the exit of the airport, Lu Yong was supposed to be greeted by personnel sent by CCTV or leaders of the Basketball Association.

But Lu Yong said that he hoped to have some free time of his own in the first three days after returning home.

He wanted to feel the changes in his hometown and reminisce about his past memories in this familiar yet unfamiliar city.

Therefore, he declined the official reception and decided to arrange the three-day itinerary himself.

The moment he walked out of the airport, Lu Yong was deeply shocked by the spectacular scene before him.

He took a deep breath, feeling the warmth and strength from his hometown.

Ding Yanyuhang and Zhou Qi followed closely behind him, and they kept waving to the fans, their faces filled with pride and joy.

They know that the support and encouragement from these fans are the source of their motivation to keep moving forward.

Along the airport corridor, fans' cheers could be heard one after another.

They shouted loudly:

"Coach Lu, I love you!"

"Coach Lu, can you give me an autograph?"

"Come on Ding Yanyuhang!"

"Zhou Qi, you are the best!"

These words were like warm currents, flowing into the hearts of Lu Yong and others.

They know that the expectations and trust of these fans are a heavy responsibility on their shoulders.

Logically speaking, signing autographs should take place at the fan meeting two days later.

But while walking, Lu Yong couldn't help but give some fans simple autographs.

He couldn't sign for everyone because it would be a waste of time and would seriously affect airport traffic.

So, he chose some younger fans, hoping that his small gesture could inspire them to train hard and become the backbone of the Chinese men's basketball team in the future.

After signing, Lu Yong simply waved to the fans and said a few words of thanks.

He knows very well that the support and love from these fans is a gratitude that he cannot express in words.

Afterwards, he took Hannah, Ding Yanyuhang, Zhou Qi and others away from the airport and got into an Alpha car.

Inside the car, Lu Yong and others smiled at each other. They knew that this trip back home would be a symphony full of glory.

After getting off the car, Zhou Qi and Ding Yanyuhang simply ate a few mouthfuls of food and couldn't wait to say goodbye.

The time they have to return home is precious. In the limited days, in addition to spending time with Lu Yong, what they desire more is the sense of honor of returning home in glory.

After all, no matter how far you go, home will always be a harbor for your soul.

Lu Yong understood their feelings, smiled and nodded without refusing.

After all, he also has his own plans - to spend some sweet time with his girlfriend Hannah.

If these two people stayed around, wouldn’t they become the biggest “light bulbs”?
After saying goodbye to Zhou Qi and Ding Yanyuhang, Lu Yong turned and looked at Hannah beside him, his eyes full of tenderness.

He asked softly, "Dear, this is China's Magic City, the shining pearl of this country. Where do you want to go? There are scenery you have never seen and culture you have never experienced."

When Hannah heard the word "play", her eyes immediately sparkled with excitement.

She looked at Lu Yong with a smile, her voice full of anticipation: "Although I did a lot of travel planning before coming here, this place is still unfamiliar to me after all. You take me with you, we can go anywhere. As long as I'm with you, I'll be very happy."

Lu Yong nodded, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

He took Hannah's hand and got into the car that the Basketball Association had arranged for them in advance.

The wheels rolled, taking them to their first destination in the Magic City - the Bund.

The Bund, the iconic attraction of this magical city, is located on the bank of the Huangpu River and stretches for 1.5 kilometers.

This place is not only a scenic spot in Shanghai, but also a witness to China's modern history.

Whether it is day or night, the beauty of the Bund is breathtaking, showing the prosperity and charm of the city.

When Lu Yong and Hannah stood on the Bund and looked at the Oriental Pearl Tower on the opposite bank, they both couldn't help but exclaim in amazement.

The tower that rises into the clouds shines with golden light in the sun, as if it is the patron saint of the devil's city.

They held each other tightly and took this photo as a souvenir of their trip.

On the way, fans recognized Lu Yong from time to time and came up to say hello.

Lu Yong and Hannah both responded with smiles, their smiles full of sincerity and friendliness.

The enthusiasm of these fans made Lu Yong feel the warmth and support of his hometown people.

After leaving the Bund, Lu Yong brought Hannah to Lujiazui.

This place is definitely the most luxurious commercial center in Shanghai, with tall buildings and busy traffic.

Although there are also no activities to enjoy, walking and stopping on the long overpass, admiring the surrounding scenery and people, is also an extremely peaceful enjoyment.

The two walked hand in hand on the overpass.

Occasionally stop, lean on the railing and look at the scenery in the distance.

Hannah said with emotion: "It's really prosperous here! It feels more spectacular than what I saw in the United States."

Lu Yong smiled and hugged her shoulders tightly: "Yes, this is our Magic City. It has a unique charm and vitality that is irresistible."

Then they came to the City God Temple tourist area.

This place is one of the best tourist attractions in China and a gathering place for modern business in Shanghai.

Here, the prosperity and bustle of this city are shown to people all the time.

Entering the City God Temple, the two were immediately attracted by the quaint architecture and the lively atmosphere.

They walked through the bustling crowd, tasting a variety of authentic snacks and specialty products.

Hannah was full of curiosity and excitement about everything. She kept pulling Lu Yong to try various delicacies and took photos as souvenirs.

On this day, almost all the places they went were tourist attractions that witnessed the prosperity of the city.

But no matter where they went, the two held hands tightly, as if they were afraid of losing each other.

They enjoyed this rare tranquility and happiness, feeling each other's heartbeat and warmth. During the trip, Lu Yong and Hannah's conversation was full of ease and love.

They talked about each other's lives, dreams and future, and shared each other's joys and sorrows.

Hannah would laugh like a silver bell from time to time, and the clear and pleasant sound made Lu Yong feel extremely happy and satisfied.

"Honey, look at that lantern, it's so beautiful!" Hannah said, pointing to a lantern stall not far away.

Lu Yong looked in the direction her finger pointed and saw a colorful lantern.

He smiled and nodded: "Yes, it is really beautiful. Let's go buy one as a souvenir."

So, the two of them walked towards the lantern stall hand in hand.

While choosing lanterns, they looked at each other and smiled from time to time, as if there were only the two of them in the world.

In the end, they chose the most beautiful lantern as a souvenir.

When Lu Yong handed the lantern to Hannah, she smiled happily: "Thank you, dear! I will always treasure this lantern."

As night falls, the lights in the Magic City gradually light up.

Lu Yong and Hannah stood on the overpass, looking at the night view in the distance.

The bright lights and bustling scenes made them feel extremely shocked and intoxicated.

"Honey, it's so beautiful here!" Hannah said with emotion.

Lu Yong hugged her shoulders tightly: "Yes, this is our Magic City. It has endless charm and possibilities, just like our love."

The two looked at each other and smiled, as if the whole world was filled with sweetness and happiness.

They know that no matter where they go in the future, this love will always be with them and become the most precious wealth in their lives.

Hannah was very satisfied with the day's trip.

Not only did she play and take photos, she also ate a lot of food, and she was obviously very happy.

Lu Yong also felt extremely happy and satisfied because he was able to accompany his beloved woman and leave beautiful memories in this prosperous city.

The next morning, as the light broke, Lu Yong and Hannah couldn't wait to get up.

They knew that the time they had to travel back home was limited, so they cherished every opportunity to go out.

Yesterday, they had already experienced the prosperity and hustle and bustle of the Magic City, and today, Lu Yong decided to take Hannah to some more unique and culturally rich places.

Their first stop was Tianzifang.

This was originally a market, but now it has transformed into a creative park that integrates various cultural elements.

There is a dazzling array of snacks, handicrafts, souvenirs and a wide variety of taverns.

Although there are not many places to play, every place here exudes a strong Chinese cultural atmosphere, which makes people linger.

Lu Yong held Hannah's hand and walked through the bustling crowd.

Sometimes they stopped at a food stall to taste authentic Shanghai snacks; sometimes they walked into a handicraft shop to admire the exquisite skills of the craftsmen.

Hannah was curious about everything here. She kept asking Lu Yong questions, and Lu Yong patiently answered her. The atmosphere between the two was warm and sweet.

"Honey, look at that, it's so beautiful!" Hannah said, pointing to a handicraft stall not far away.

"Yes, it's really beautiful." Lu Yong responded with a smile.

So, the two of them walked towards the stall hand in hand.

In the end, they chose a beautiful homemade water cup.

After leaving Tianzifang, they came to Qibao Old Street.

This is an old street in a thousand-year-old town, attracting countless tourists every day to come here to taste the local food.

The most distinctive local snack is Qibao mutton, whose rich aroma makes people salivate.

Lu Yong and Hannah lined up in a long queue, waiting to taste this legendary delicacy.

When it was finally their turn, the two couldn't wait to take the hot mutton and started eating it in big mouthfuls.

The delicious taste and unique aroma made them rave about it, as if they had eaten the most delicious food in the world.

After lunch, they came to Tianai Road, which has become very popular recently and has become the most romantic road in Shanghai.

The road is not long, only about 520 meters, but it is filled with poetic little love poems and books along the way.

Usually this place is very quiet, but it is a place full of love. The two walked hand in hand on this road, feeling the unique romance and warmth.

"Honey, it's so romantic here!" Hannah said with emotion.

"Yes, I hope our love can be like this road, always full of sweetness and romance." Lu Yong looked at Hannah affectionately, his eyes full of tenderness.

After walking along Tianai Road, Lu Yong brought Hannah to Thames Town.

Although this town is not big, its architectural style is full of British style.

Walking into the town, it feels like walking into a European city.

However, since Lu Yong and Hannah spent most of their time in the United States, they did not have much interest in such European-style places.

They took a brief stroll and then left the town.

The morning passed quickly. After the two of them visited these places, Lu Yong took Hannah to a place he particularly liked - Zhujiazui Ancient Town.

This place is not a famous tourist attraction in Shanghai, but it is a place full of the style of an ancient Jiangnan town.

Lu Yong had been to Zhujiazui Ancient Town several times in his previous life, and each time he thought it was a very interesting place.

The style here is typical of an ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River, with small bridges, flowing water, bluestone roads, white walls and black tiles. Everything seems so peaceful and harmonious.

There are also various snacks for sale inside, and there are not many things to play with, but you can take a boat to enjoy the scenery. It is a relatively comfortable place.

It was already afternoon when the two arrived at the ancient town.

They strolled on the bluestone road, feeling the unique tranquility and simplicity.

The snack stalls along the way exuded tempting aromas, making them unable to help but stop and taste them.

They tried the local special snacks, took a boat to enjoy the scenery of the ancient town, and felt the unique coziness and comfort.

In the ancient town, they found a teahouse, sat by the window on the second floor, and looked at the scenery in the distance.

The scenery seemed to have come out of an ink painting, making people feel relaxed and happy.

They ate, laughed, chatted, and felt the atmosphere brought to them by the ancient town.

The tranquility and warmth made them forget the passage of time, and they left reluctantly at seven o'clock in the evening.

When they took the car back to the hotel, both of them looked a little tired, but their faces were filled with smiles of satisfaction and happiness.

They knew that this trip to the Magic City would become the most precious time in their memories.

And the ancient town of Zhujiazui has become more meaningful and memorable because of their arrival.

"Honey, did you have fun today?" Lu Yong asked Hannah.

"Of course I am happy!" Hannah responded with a smile, "I think the places we visited today are all very unique, especially Zhujiazui Ancient Town. I really like it there."

"Yes, I like that place too." Lu Yong said with emotion, "Every time I come here, I can feel a sense of tranquility and comfort. I hope we can come here again if we have the chance in the future."

The two smiled at each other, their eyes full of tenderness and expectation.

They know that no matter where they go in the future, the memory of this trip to the Magic City will always be with them and become the most precious treasure in their lives.

And their love will be like that sweet road, forever full of sweetness and romance. (End of this chapter)