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

Pig rind noodles is one of Nanjing's specialty snacks. The noodles are chewy and smooth, the pig rind is crispy and delicious, and the soup base is fresh and rich, making people fall in love with it at first sight.

"Lu Yong, look at that pork belly noodles, they smell so good!" Hannah said, pointing at the pork belly noodles.

Lu Yong swallowed his saliva and said, "It looks delicious! Let's have a taste!"

The two ordered a bowl of pork belly noodles and found a place to sit down and enjoy it slowly. The noodles were chewy and smooth; the pork belly was crispy and delicious; the soup was delicious and rich. Lu Yong and Hannah were very satisfied with the meal and praised it repeatedly.

"The noodles of this tripe noodle are chewy and smooth, the tripe is crispy and delicious, and the soup base is also delicious and rich!" said Lu Yong.

In a short while, the bowl of pig skin noodles was also finished by them.

At this time, their mouths were already full of oil, but their faces were filled with happy smiles.

"Lu Yong, I feel like I'm going to gain three pounds today!" Hannah said, touching her round belly.

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Me too! But it's worth it! The food in Nanjing is so delicious. I feel like I can stay in Nanjing just for these delicacies!"

Hannah also smiled: "Yeah, me too! The food in Nanjing is really intoxicating! We will come back to eat again next time!"

The two smiled at each other and continued shopping on the snack street.

At this time, the snack street was brightly lit and bustling with people.

Lu Yong and Hannah walked hand in hand among the crowd, enjoying this rare gourmet time.

The next day, at dawn, Lu Yong and Hannah couldn't wait to embark on a new journey of exploration.

Today's destination is the Confucius Temple and Qinhuai River in the center of NJ, a place with a long history and profound cultural heritage.

“I heard that Confucius Temple is the cultural and educational center of Nanjing, and Gongyuan was the place for examinations in ancient times. Let’s go and get some literary atmosphere. Maybe next time we write sports reports, we can be more literary!” Lu Yong said jokingly as he packed his backpack.

Hannah smiled and replied: "Then I have to pray to Confucius and ask him to help me improve my photography skills so that I can capture all the beauty of Nanjing."

The two chatted and laughed, and soon arrived in front of the Confucius Temple. A large group of ancient buildings came into view, with red walls and black tiles, flying eaves and corners, and antique style, as if they had traveled through time and space and returned to the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

"Wow, this Confucius Temple is so majestic!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim, and she raised her camera and started taking pictures non-stop.

Lu Yong also looked around and introduced as he looked: "This Confucius Temple mainly consists of three major building complexes: the Confucius Temple, the Xue Palace and the Gongyuan. The Confucius Temple is a place for worshipping Confucius, the Xue Palace is a place for ancient students to study, and the Gongyuan is a place for the imperial examination. This was the cultural and educational center of Nanjing during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and the cultural and educational building complex ranked first among the southeastern provinces!"

The two walked and looked, stopping from time to time to carefully examine the exquisite carvings and architectural details. In the Confucius Temple, the statues of Confucius were solemn and majestic, which made people respectful; in the Imperial Academy, the fragrance of books filled the air, as if one could hear the ancient students reading aloud; in the Imperial Examination Hall, the examination rooms and examination rooms made people imagine the tense atmosphere of the ancient imperial examinations.

"Lu Yong, look at this carving, it's so delicate!" Hannah said, pointing to the carving on a pillar.

Lu Yong leaned over to take a look and saw a lifelike dragon carved on the pillar, with dragon scales and bright eyes, as if it could take off into the air at any time.

"The carving craftsmanship is amazing! The wisdom of ancient craftsmen is truly amazing!" Lu Yong exclaimed.

After visiting the Confucius Temple, the two came to the Qinhuai River. The Qinhuai River was sparkling, and the colorful lights were reflected on the river, like a charming night scene. On both sides of the river, quaint buildings were scattered in an orderly manner, and teahouses, pubs, and shops were dazzling and bustling.

"Wow, the Qinhuai River is so beautiful! The Qinhuai River at night has a different charm!" Hannah couldn't help but sigh, and the sounds of camera shutters rang out one after another.

Lu Yong was also intoxicated by the beautiful scenery. He smiled and said, "The Qinhuai River is the mother river of Nanjing. Many literati and poets in history have been fascinated by it. How about we be literati and poets today and take a boat trip on the Qinhuai River?"

When Hannah heard this, her eyes lit up: "What a good idea! Let's go take a boat now!"

The two came to the pier, bought a boat ticket, and boarded an antique painted boat. The painted boat was magnificent with carved beams and painted buildings, making people feel as if they were among the ancient kings and nobles.

The boat slowly left the dock and moved slowly along the Qinhuai River. The beautiful scenery on both sides of the river unfolded before our eyes like a picture scroll, the melodious sound of piano came from the teahouse, the aroma of wine wafted from the tavern, and the dazzling array of goods in the shops made people dazzled.

"Lu Yong, look at that bridge, it's so beautiful!" Hannah said, pointing to a stone bridge across the Qinhuai River.

Lu Yong looked in the direction where her finger pointed and saw that the stone bridge had a unique shape. Various exquisite patterns were carved on the bridge. Red lanterns were hung on the railings, swaying gently in the night breeze, making it look particularly charming.

"That bridge is called Wende Bridge, and it is one of the landmark buildings in Nanjing," Lu Yong introduced. "Legend has it that a scholar met a beautiful woman on this bridge. They fell in love at first sight, and later it became a beautiful story!"

Hannah's eyes sparkled with excitement when she heard this: "Really? Then this bridge has become a bridge of love? We should also take a photo on this bridge to share in the joy!"

The two smiled at each other and decided to take a photo on the bridge after the boat docked.

The boat continued to move forward, and suddenly, a melodious singing voice came. Lu Yong and Hannah looked in the direction of the sound, and saw a small boat slowly approaching. On the boat stood a woman in ancient costume, singing a Jiangnan tune. The singing voice was clear and pleasant, like an oriole singing out of a valley, intoxicating.

"The song is so beautiful! It seems to take me back to the ancient water town of Jiangnan!" Hannah exclaimed.

Lu Yong also nodded: "Yes, this Qinhuai River is really full of scenery and love. We really came to the right place today!"

After the boat docked, Lu Yong and Hannah jumped off the boat and came to the stone bridge. They posed, and Hannah raised her camera. With a click, a loving photo was captured in the camera.

"Look, we have also become witnesses of this love bridge!" Hannah said to Lu Yong with a smile.

Lu Yong also smiled: "Yes, this trip to Nanjing is really worth it! Not only did I see so many beautiful scenery, but I also ate so many delicious foods. More importantly, I also left so many wonderful memories with you!"

The two smiled at each other, and continued walking along the Qinhuai River hand in hand.

At this time, the sky had gradually darkened, and the lights on both sides of the Qinhuai River became more dazzling, as if entering a dream world.

"Lu Yong, look at that lantern, it's so beautiful!" Hannah said, pointing to a lantern hanging under the eaves.

Lu Yong looked in the direction her finger pointed and saw that the lantern had a unique shape with a lifelike phoenix painted on it. The phoenix spread its wings as if it could break through the lantern and fly into the sky at any time.

"This lantern is so creative! How about we buy one and take it back as a souvenir?" Lu Yong suggested.

When Hannah heard this, she jumped up with joy: "What a great idea! Let's go find a shop that sells lanterns right away!"

The two looked for shops selling lanterns and finally found the lanterns they liked in an antique shop. The owner warmly entertained them and told them about the production process and meaning of the lanterns.

"This lantern is handmade, and the phoenix on it represents good luck and happiness. If you take it home and hang it up, it will definitely bring you good luck!" the boss said with a smile. Lu Yong and Hannah smiled at each other and bought the lantern without hesitation. Walking along the Qinhuai River with the lantern in hand, the two seemed to have become part of this beautiful scenery, attracting envious glances from passers-by.

"Lu Yong, I feel so happy today!" Hannah suddenly stopped and looked at Lu Yong seriously.

Lu Yong also stopped and held Hannah's hand tightly: "Me too! With you, I'll be happy wherever I go."

At this time, the Qinhuai River is immersed in tranquility and peace. Only the sparkling river surface and colorful lights are telling the beauty and legend of this city.

Lu Yong and Hannah also left their footprints and memories in this beautiful and legendary land.

The next morning, the sunlight sneaked into Lu Yong and Hannah's room through the gap in the curtains.

The two opened their eyes almost at the same time, smiled at each other, as if they had telepathic connection.

"Where are we going on an adventure today?" Hannah rubbed her sleepy eyes, but she couldn't hide her inner anticipation.

Lu Yong smiled mysteriously: "I'll take you to a place. It's the birthplace of China's Niutou Zen Buddhism. The natural beauty and cultural charm complement each other, which will definitely open your eyes."

"Oh? So mysterious? Let's go, hurry up!" Hannah jumped up from the bed and urged Lu Yong.

The two quickly packed up and drove to Niu Shou Mountain in Jiangning District, NJ City. Along the way, Hannah kept asking questions and was full of curiosity about the upcoming adventure.

Arriving at the foot of Niu Shou Mountain, a fresh air hits you, as if it can cleanse your soul. Lu Yong takes a deep breath and says with emotion: "This place is really a natural oxygen bar!"

Hannah looked around and saw rolling hills and green trees, as if a beautiful painting was unfolding before her eyes. "Wow, this scenery is so beautiful! I feel refreshed."

The two walked up the winding path, stopping from time to time to admire the scenery along the way. The wild flowers in the mountains swayed in the wind, as if waving to them. Occasionally, a few birds flew over their heads, leaving behind a few crisp chirps.

"Lu Yong, look at that flower, it's so beautiful!" Hannah said, pointing to a wild flower on the roadside.

Lu Yong took a closer look and saw that the petals of the flower were delicate and colorful, as if it was a work of art carefully crafted by nature. "This flower is indeed beautiful, but it is far inferior to the treasure of Niu Shou Mountain."

"The treasure of the mountain? What is it?" Hannah asked curiously.

Lu Yong kept it a secret: "You'll know in a moment. It's sure to be an eye-opener."

The two continued to walk up, and soon they arrived in front of the Buddha's Crown Palace. The Buddha's Crown Palace was magnificent and magnificent, as if it was a treasure of Buddhist culture. Walking into the Buddha's Crown Palace, a solemn atmosphere came over us. The palace enshrined the Buddha's skull relic of Sakyamuni, which emitted a faint light, as if it could illuminate people's hearts.

"Wow, is this the treasure of the mountain? It's amazing!" Hannah couldn't help but exclaim, with awe in her eyes.

Lu Yong nodded: "Yes, this is the Buddha's skull relic. It is like a bright pearl, illuminating every corner of Niu Shou Mountain and also illuminating people's hearts."

The two stood quietly in front of the relic, feeling the tranquility and peace. It seemed that at this moment, time had stopped, and only the dialogue between the soul and the Buddha nature remained.

After leaving the Buddha's Palace, the two continued to visit Niu Shou Mountain. They saw a stream gurgling in the mountains, with clear and pleasant sounds. The water was so clear that you could see the bottom, and a few small fish were swimming around in the water, looking particularly leisurely.

"Lu Yong, look at that little fish, it's so cute!" Hannah said, pointing at the little fish in the stream.

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Yes, these little fish are quite leisurely. However, don't underestimate them, they are part of the ecological chain of Niu Shou Mountain."

The two walked up the stream and soon came to a dense forest. The forest was filled with birdsong and flowers, and the air was fresh and pleasant. A squirrel was seen jumping on the branches, as if showing them its agility.

"Lu Yong, look at that squirrel, it's so lively!" Hannah said, pointing at the squirrel.

Lu Yong smiled and said, "This squirrel is indeed very cute. But don't get close to it, or it will run away."

The two continued walking forward, stopping from time to time to admire the scenery along the way. Suddenly, a melodious bell sounded. Lu Yong and Hannah smiled at each other and followed the sound.

It turned out that it was the sound of a bell from an ancient Zen temple. The temple was located on the mountainside, simple and elegant, full of Zen. The two walked into the temple, only to see the incense curling in the temple, and the monks were chanting sutras and praying.

"This Zen temple is so peaceful! I feel like my whole body is relaxed." Hannah said softly.

Lu Yong nodded: "Yes, this Zen temple is full of Zen. Here, it seems that I can hear the voice of my heart."

The two sat quietly in the courtyard of the Zen temple, feeling the tranquility and peace. Suddenly, a gust of wind blew, and the leaves rustled, as if telling the story of Niu Shou Mountain.

After leaving the Zen temple, the two decided to climb to the top of Niu Shou Mountain. Although the mountain road was rugged, they were not afraid. Along the way, the two encouraged and supported each other, and finally successfully reached the top.

Standing on the top of the mountain, you can see the mountains and clouds, as if you are in a fairyland. Hannah couldn't help but sigh: "This scenery is so beautiful! I feel like I'm floating."

Lu Yong also expressed his deep feelings: "Yes, this Niu Shou Mountain is really a treasure land. It not only has beautiful natural scenery, but also rich cultural landscapes. It is really worth coming here!"

The two stood quietly on the top of the mountain, admiring the beautiful scenery in front of them. Suddenly, Lu Yong had an idea: "Hannah, how about we have a competition? Let's see who can find the old locust tree at the foot of the mountain first."

When Hannah heard this, she immediately became excited: "Okay! Let's compete! Who's afraid of who?"

The two trotted down the mountain, stopping from time to time to observe the surrounding environment. Finally, Hannah found the old locust tree in the grass.

"Haha! I found it! I won!" Hannah shouted excitedly.

Lu Yong walked over with a smile: "Congratulations! You won! However, this competition is not the point. What's important is that we enjoyed the process together."

Hannah nodded: "Yes, this trip to Niu Shou Mountain is really interesting!"

The two left Niu Shou Mountain hand in hand. At this time, they had returned with a full load, not only taking away beautiful memories, but also a deeper understanding of life and nature.

After returning to the hotel, the two couldn't wait to share their feelings with each other.

Lu Yong said with emotion: "Niu Shou Mountain is really a magical place. Once you have been there, you will want to go there again."

Hannah also nodded: "Yes, I feel that my soul has been purified. There, I seem to hear the voice of my heart and feel the power of life."

Lu Yong smiled and said, "Yes, this is the charm of Niu Shou Mountain. Going there is like experiencing a spiritual baptism." (End of this chapter)