The two have spent a few wonderful days in Xuzhou.

After a day of rest, Lu Yong will take her to explore the city’s most profound cultural heritage - Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area.

Lu Yong gently woke Hannah up, and after washing up, they drove to their destination. As the car approached, a magnificent gate of the scenic area came into view, with the words "Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area" engraved on it, as if telling the world about the former glory of this place.

"Wow, this place looks so grand!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim.

Lu Yong smiled, his eyes sparkling with anticipation: "This is Xuzhou's historical treasure. We are going to explore it today."

The two entered the scenic area, and the first thing that caught their eyes was the Lion Mountain Chu King Mausoleum. This mausoleum was magnificent, like an underground palace, and people could not help but admire the craftsmanship of ancient craftsmen. Lu Yong held Hannah's hand and walked slowly down the steps of the mausoleum, and every step seemed to be stepping into the long river of history.

"Do you know? The Mausoleum of the King of Chu is the royal tomb of the Chu State during the Western Han Dynasty. Countless treasures and secrets are buried here." Lu Yong said softly, his voice echoing in the empty mausoleum, adding a bit of mystery.

Hannah listened with great interest, her eyes sparkling with curiosity: "Really? Have any precious cultural relics been unearthed here?"

Lu Yong nodded: "Of course there are. A large number of precious cultural relics such as jade, gold, and bronze have been unearthed here, and each one is a witness to history. In addition, there is also a Han Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. The terracotta warriors and horses inside are so lifelike that they seem to take us back to that war-torn era."

As they walked and talked, they soon arrived at the Han Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. As soon as she entered, Hannah was shocked by the scene in front of her. Rows of terracotta warriors were neatly arranged, and each one was lifelike, as if it would come alive at any time.

"It's amazing!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim, "These terracotta warriors are just like real people. Their expressions and movements are so vivid."

Lu Yong smiled and explained: "These terracotta warriors are modeled after real soldiers, and each has his own unique identity and story. Look at this one, he should be a general, wearing armor and holding a long sword, looking majestic."

Hannah carefully looked at the Terracotta Warriors in front of her, as if she really saw the brave general charging into battle. She gently touched the surface of the Terracotta Warriors, feeling the weight of history.

"Let's go, we still have a lot of places to see." Lu Yong took Hannah's hand and continued to explore forward.

Next, they came to the Han Culture Exchange Center. Here, the costumes, etiquette, culture and other aspects of the Han Dynasty were displayed, which gave Hannah a deeper understanding of the Han Dynasty. She looked at the exquisite Hanfu and couldn't help trying one on. Lu Yong smiled and took photos for her.

"You look really good in Hanfu," Lu Yong praised sincerely.

Hannah smiled shyly: "Thank you, actually I also think Hanfu is very beautiful, it represents the traditional culture of our Chinese nation."

The two continued walking and came to the Bamboo Forest Temple. The temple was hidden in a green bamboo forest and looked particularly peaceful. They walked up the stone steps, listening to the cicadas and birds singing, and feeling the gift of nature.

"This is such a great place," Hannah exclaimed. "It makes you feel relaxed and happy, as if all your worries have been thrown away."

Lu Yong smiled and said, "This place not only has beautiful scenery, but also has a profound cultural heritage. Did you know that Zhulin Temple was one of the famous Buddhist temples in the Han Dynasty? Many eminent monks practiced here."

Hannah nodded, her eyes sparkling with awe: "I can feel the spiritual energy and tranquility here, as if I can really talk to Buddha."

After the two of them finished visiting Zhulin Temple, it was almost noon. They had lunch at the restaurant in the scenic area and tasted authentic Xuzhou cuisine. After lunch, they took a short break and continued to the next attraction - Yangguishan Exhibition Hall.

The Yangguishan Exhibition Hall is a place that displays the stone carving art of the Han Dynasty. It houses a large number of Han Dynasty stone carvings, each of which is lifelike and breathtaking. Lu Yong and Hannah stayed here for a long time, carefully appreciating each stone carving.

"Look at this stone carving. Its lines are so smooth, it seems like it can come alive." Hannah said, pointing to a stone carving.

Lu Yong nodded: "The stone carving art of the Han Dynasty is truly breathtaking. These stone carvings not only demonstrate the exquisite skills of the craftsmen at that time, but also reflect the customs and practices of Han Dynasty society."

The two lingered in the exhibition hall until the sun set and left reluctantly. When they walked out of the gate of the scenic area, they were already exhausted but full of smiles.

"Today is really great!" Hannah exclaimed, "Not only did I have a deeper understanding of the Han Dynasty, but I also felt the charm of the city of Xuzhou."

Lu Yong smiled and said: "Xuzhou is a city with a long history, rich cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery. Today we have only explored a small part of it, and there are still many places waiting for us to discover."

Hannah heard this, and a hint of anticipation flashed in her eyes: "Really? Then where are we going tomorrow?"

Lu Yong smiled mysteriously: "Tomorrow I will take you to a place with pleasant ecology - Pan'an Lake National Wetland Park. The lake water there is clear, the aquatic plants are lush, and there are various birds living and breeding. It is a good place for eco-tourism and popular science education."

Hannah's eyes flashed with surprise when she heard this: "Wow, that sounds great! I've wanted to see the wetland scenery for a long time."

The next morning, Lu Yong and Hannah got up early and drove to Pan'an Lake National Wetland Park. As the car approached, a rippling lake came into view. The lake water was clear and bottom-seeing, like a huge mirror, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds and surrounding green trees.

"Wow, it's so beautiful here!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim.

Lu Yong smiled and took Hannah's hand and walked towards the lake. They walked slowly along the wooden plank road, feeling the coolness of the lake water and the gentle breeze. On both sides of the wooden plank road were dense water plants and swaying reeds, and occasionally a few water birds could be seen playing in the water.

"Look at that bird! Its feathers are so beautiful!" Hannah said, pointing to a bird hunting in the water.

Lu Yong looked in the direction of her finger and saw that the bird had colorful feathers and was like a beautiful butterfly dancing in the water. He smiled and said, "Yes, there are many kinds of birds here, and each one has its own unique beauty."

The two continued walking and came to the viewing platform of the wetland park. From here, overlooking the entire wetland, you can see the wide lake and the sparkling water, like an endless ocean. The mountains in the distance are rolling, and they complement the wetland, forming a beautiful picture.

"It's so beautiful here!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim again, "I feel like I'm in a paradise."

Lu Yong smiled and held her hand tightly: "This is indeed a paradise on earth. It is such a great blessing that we can meet and fall in love here."

When Hannah heard this, a hint of emotion flashed in her eyes.

She looked at Lu Yong, her heart filled with gratitude and happiness.

The two stayed on the viewing platform for a long time, and left reluctantly only when the sun set. When they walked out of the wetland park, they were already exhausted but their hearts were full of satisfaction and happiness.

Hannah exclaimed, "Today I not only saw the beautiful wetland scenery, but also felt the magic and charm of nature." Lu Yong smiled and said, "Nature is our best friend. It gives us endless beauty and surprises, and also makes us cherish and love this earth more."

The two smiled at each other, holding hands and walking into the distance.

The road ahead is still long, but as long as they move forward hand in hand, they will be able to create more beautiful memories and experiences.

And the beautiful city of Xuzhou will always remain in their hearts and become one of the most precious memories of their love journey.

The early morning sunlight shines through the curtains and onto Lu Yong and Hannah's faces, bringing a touch of warmth.

The two slowly opened their eyes. Today, they planned to go to the new southern suburb tourist attraction of XZ City - Maling Mountain Scenic Area, to appreciate the magnificent scenery of the five mountains known as the "Five Sisters Mountains".

After getting up, the two had a simple breakfast and drove to Maling Mountain.

As the vehicle got closer, a lush forest came into view, as if it was a green painting carefully arranged by nature, waiting for their exploration.

"Wow, this place looks so cool!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim, with anticipation gleaming in her eyes.

Lu Yong smiled, his eyes also full of expectation: "Maling Mountain is not only beautiful, but also has a profound historical and cultural heritage. We must explore it carefully today, maybe we can find some treasures!"

When they entered the scenic area, the first thing that caught their eyes were the five towering mountains - Fengshan, Doushan, Hushan, Naishan and Huanghuacailing. They were like five close sisters, closely dependent on each other, jointly guarding this land. Lu Yong and Hannah walked along the winding mountain road, feeling the gift of nature.

"Did you know that Maling Mountain is not only picturesque, but also a famous historical and cultural site." Lu Yong introduced to Hannah as they walked, "This was once an ancient battlefield. It is said that after Sun Bin won a great victory at Maling, he resigned from his position as the military advisor of Qi State and wandered around the mountains and forests. He finally chose this place, built a thatched cottage, gathered disciples to teach, and wrote the immortal military masterpiece "Sun Bin's Art of War."

Hannah listened with great interest, her eyes sparkling with curiosity: "Really? Are there any historical relics left here?"

Lu Yong nodded: "Of course, when we climb to the top of the mountain, we will be able to see Sun Bin's statue and related historical inscriptions. However, to see these, we have to conquer this mountain first!"

Hannah heard this, and a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "No problem, I'm an athlete, this little hill won't bother me!"

The two smiled at each other and began their mountain climbing journey. The mountain road was rugged, but the scenery along the way was refreshing. In the dense woods, birds sang happily, as if cheering for their arrival. The fresh air was filled with the fragrance of flowers and soil, which lifted people's spirits.

"Wow, this mountain road is really steep!" Hannah said, panting, but her face was filled with an excited smile.

Lu Yong smiled and reached out his hand to pull her: "Yes, but this is also its charm. Climbing mountains not only exercises the body, but also allows us to get closer to nature."

The two continued to walk forward and finally reached the top of the mountain. They saw a tall statue of Sun Bin standing on the top of the mountain, majestic and awe-inspiring, as if telling the world about his glory in the past. There are also some historical inscriptions around the statue, recording the past of Maling Mountain and the legendary story of Sun Bin.

"Wow, this place is really great!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaimed, "I can feel Sun Bin's bravery and wisdom, as if I were in that war-torn era myself."

Lu Yong smiled and patted her shoulder gently: "History is always so fascinating. It can help us understand the past and inspire the future. However, we can't just stay in the past. There are more beautiful scenery waiting for us to explore."

Hannah nodded, her eyes flashing with anticipation: "Let's go, let's keep moving forward!"

The two continued along the mountain road and came to another mountain, Grandma Mountain. There is an ancient Grandma Temple here, which is said to be very effective and attracts countless tourists to pray. Lu Yong and Hannah also walked into the temple and worshiped devoutly, praying for peace and happiness.

"What do you think of this place?" Lu Yong asked.

Hannah smiled, her eyes sparkling with satisfaction: "Great! Not only is the scenery here beautiful, but it is also full of historical and cultural heritage. I feel like I'm in an ancient and mysterious world."

Lu Yong also smiled: "Yes, Maling Mountain is indeed a magical place. It not only allows us to appreciate the beauty of nature, but also allows us to feel the charm of history and culture. However, we can't just focus on appreciating the scenery, there are many interesting outdoor activities waiting for us to experience."

Hannah heard this, and a hint of excitement flashed in her eyes: "Really? Then let's try it!"

The two came to the outdoor activity area, where there were various exciting activities such as rock climbing, zip lines, jungle crossing, etc. Hannah looked at the facilities in front of her, with a gleam of challenge in her eyes.

"Let me try rock climbing first!" she said, and walked towards the climbing wall.

Lu Yong smiled and followed her: "Okay, I'll cheer you on!"

Hannah put on her climbing gear and started to challenge the climbing wall. She climbed flexibly, and every step seemed so steady. Lu Yong applauded and cheered for her from below, his eyes full of pride and appreciation.

Finally, Hannah successfully reached the top. She waved her arms excitedly, her face filled with the joy of victory. Lu Yong walked up to her and hugged her tightly: "Great! You are really amazing!"

Hannah smiled, her eyes sparkling with confidence: "Of course! I'm an athlete!"

The two looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with happiness and satisfaction.

This trip to Maling Mountain not only allowed them to appreciate the beauty of nature and the charm of history and culture, but also sublimated and consolidated their love. This precious memory and experience will become the most precious wealth in their lives.

In the following days, Lu Yong and Hannah continued to explore every corner of Maling Mountain. They tried exciting projects such as zip lines and jungle crossings, feeling the collision of speed and passion. Every challenge made them understand each other better and cherish this hard-earned love more.

As the sun sets, the two walked hand in hand on the way home, with happy smiles on their faces.

They know that no matter what difficulties and challenges they will encounter in the future, as long as they hold hands and keep their hearts connected, they will be able to overcome everything and move towards the other side of happiness.

And Maling Mountain, the mountain that witnessed their love, will always remain in their hearts.

Whenever they recall this unforgettable journey, their hearts are filled with gratitude and happiness. (End of this chapter)

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