Wuhan duck neck that transcends time

"Wuhan Duck Neck That Travels Through Time"

Chapter 159: Exploring the Unknown World

Cuihua looked around and found herself in a futuristic world brimming with technology. Skyscrapers rose from the ground, flying cars sped through the air, and people dressed in elegant and fashionable clothes moved about the streets and alleys. Cuihua was so shocked that she could hardly believe it; she wondered if she had really traveled through time.

In this futuristic world, people pursue a high-tech lifestyle. Cuihua discovers that many things have become intelligent, robots serve humanity in various fields, and artificial intelligence has penetrated deeply into people's lives. This world is completely unfamiliar to her.

Cuihua looked around and found herself in a futuristic world brimming with technology. Skyscrapers rose from the ground, flying cars sped through the air, and people dressed in elegant and fashionable clothes moved about the streets and alleys. Cuihua was so shocked that she could hardly believe it; she wondered if she had really traveled through time.

As Cuihua walked, she carefully observed her surroundings. Suddenly, she noticed a restaurant by the roadside with a sign that read "Wuhan Duck Neck." She was startled; she couldn't believe that Wuhan duck neck still existed in this distant future, and that there were even restaurants specializing in it.

Cuihua entered the restaurant and found it decorated in a very high-tech style. The transparent tabletops displayed the menu and prices, and the food was delivered to customers by robot waiters. Cuihua ordered a plate of Wuhan duck neck and, while enjoying it, marveled at the passage of time and the progress of technology.

While enjoying the food, Cuihua began to ponder the meaning of her time travel. She thought of her past historical knowledge, knowing that many unpleasant things had happened in the past. And now, in this technologically advanced future world, had people found solutions to these problems?

Cuihua decided to delve deeper into this future world. She visited a local university and consulted a professor about future technology and social development. The professor told her that with the continuous advancement of technology, humanity has found many ways to solve problems. For example, gene editing technology can eliminate some genetic diseases; artificial intelligence technology can automate many tasks, giving people more time to enjoy life.

Cuihua also discovered that people in this future world place a high value on environmental protection and sustainable development. They use various high-tech methods to protect the environment, reduce pollution, and conserve resources. For example, solar panels are used on the exterior walls of buildings to generate electricity; and people mostly choose environmentally friendly modes of transportation such as public transportation or cycling when traveling.

As Cuihua gains a deeper understanding of this future world, she also makes some new friends. They tell her that as technology continues to develop, people's lifestyles are constantly changing. However, no matter how times change, people's pursuit of food, culture, emotions, and interpersonal relationships remains the same.

After a period of exploration and learning, Cuihua gradually adapted to this technologically advanced future world. She discovered that although the times were different, human emotions, values, and lifestyles were similar. She also realized that she shouldn't dwell too much on time travel, but rather cherish this rare opportunity to experience and learn everything about this new world.

Before leaving this future world, Cuihua decided to ask the professor a question: If she could go back in time, how could she change some unpleasant historical events? The professor told her, "Whether you go back to the past or the future, you can influence and change things through your actions. But remember, changing history is not a simple matter; it requires a lot of effort and comes at a high price."

Cuihua gratefully thanked the professor and left the university campus. Walking through the futuristic, technologically advanced city, her heart was filled with anticipation for the future and nostalgia for the past. She knew this time-travel experience would become one of the most precious memories of her life.

Finally, Cuihua returned to the real world. She found herself lying on a green lawn, surrounded by blue skies, white clouds, and bright sunshine. She marveled at the valuable knowledge and experience she had gained from this time-travel experience. Although the real world differed from that technologically advanced future world, she believed that as long as she studied hard and continued to improve, she too could have a bright future.

Cuihua groped her way through the unfamiliar surroundings, her eyes wandering the streets, trying to find something familiar, but to no avail. She tried asking the people around her where she was, what time it was, and even her own name, but everyone just stared at her, their lips curled into a smile, seemingly enjoying her ignorance. Cuihua felt uneasy; she began to miss her hometown and that authentic Wuhan duck neck shop. She longed to see those bustling streets again, to taste that mouthwatering duck neck once more.

Just as Cuihua was sinking into despair, a man walked lightly towards her from afar. He was dressed in high-tech clothing, resembling a scientist, with two green spotlights glowing beside his glasses, and his eyes were deep and sharp. The man gestured to Cuihua and said, "You look confused. You want to know what's going on in this world, don't you?"

A spark of hope ignited in Cuihua's heart; she longed to find someone who could answer her questions. She immediately walked towards the scientist, almost face to face. Then, he spoke: "I am Dr. Zhang. Welcome to our world. In this spacetime, there are no borders; everything is interconnected. If you wish to learn more, why not visit my science exhibition hall first?"

Dr. Zhang's words stirred a surge of excitement in Cuihua's heart, her eyes sparkling with doubt and curiosity. Dr. Zhang seemed to sense Cuihua's unease and continued, "Don't worry, I won't play you. I'll give you a chance to satisfy all your curiosity."

Dr. Zhang lightly touched the screen with his finger and then displayed an invisibility device. Cuihua couldn't help but scream. Then, she saw something and the invisibility device instantly enveloped her, making it seem as if the people around her had never noticed her presence.

Upon entering the science museum, Dr. Zhang waved his hand, and the lights inside shifted, brightening Cuihua's eyes as she stepped into a completely new world. The walls displayed various science films playing in rotation, including those about intelligent robots, flying cars, time tunnels, and multi-dimensional data. At that moment, he watched a beautiful young woman interacting with her robot.

“It’s already the 2100s. You can tell me which time you want to go to, and I’ll take you there. I’ll make sure you’re satisfied.” Dr. Zhang paused for a moment. “But time travel is still taboo for us scientists. We can use simulation programs to let you experience different worlds. This is my latest product. It can scan your brain and take you to the time you want to go to.”

Cuihua's heart raced. She thought of how she longed to return to Wuhan in 2020, when everyone was staying home trying to defeat that terrible virus. The thought was heartbreaking, but Dr. Zhang's device piqued her curiosity.

So, Cuihua still thought of home, of Wuhan, and of duck necks—searching for her past joys and happiness, she began her exploration in the river of time.

Maria wore a shimmering silver dress and held a golden space cane. By the 23rd century, she had become the third interstellar detective. She had traversed countless interstellar frontiers, searching for various energy sources and mailing them back to her home planet—an artificial one.

The first planet Cuihua and Maria encountered seemed familiar—it was Wuhan. However, this Wuhan was completely different. All the buildings were towers, exceeding 500 meters in height. The ground was no longer covered in limestone bricks, but instead constructed of unchanging futuristic metal. Countless high-tech gadgets, cars, and robots constantly moved through the city. Cuihua was astonished and wondered: Where has time gone?

She was deep in thought when suddenly the image of the famous martial arts performance at the Beijing Olympics flashed into her mind. Her heart pounded, and then her body began to sway.

The next second, Cuihua suddenly appeared in that scene, watching the performance that ignited and shocked the entire audience. The actors, rising and falling in the air, searching, gaining and losing, held their breath, burning all their energy until they were exhausted, and then gradually disappeared with the music. Cuihua couldn't help but sigh. Such skill requires constantly facing risks and injuries, and the perfect achievement in that moment was extremely moving.

Cuihua recalled what Dr. Zhang had said: "Time travel is not a problem that we scientists are concerned with. What is important is that we keep innovating and surpassing ourselves. We have done so much for mankind. In the not-too-distant future, mankind will discover a spiritual world and create endless miracles. At that time, planets and galaxies will no longer be our only home."

Transcending time and space is not merely about forgetting the past and the future, but also about pursuing boundless imagination. In Cuihua's contemplation, she suddenly realized—regardless of era or time, innovation and creation are forever the soul of life.

Cuihua decides to embark on an adventure in this futuristic world, hoping to understand this unknown realm. She first arrives in the city center, a place filled with towering skyscrapers and a futuristic atmosphere. Cuihua sees various high-tech products, including holographic projection equipment, hoverboards, and virtual reality glasses.

Cuihua entered a store and found it filled with all sorts of robots that could provide various services, including cooking, cleaning, and childcare. Seeing how advanced these robots were, Cuihua couldn't help but marvel at the power of technology.

Next, Cuihua visited a restaurant where all the food was cooked by robot chefs. She tried various futuristic dishes, including 3D-printed meat, synthetic vegetables, and realistically flavored virtual food. The unique tastes and textures of these foods broadened Cuihua's horizons.

Cuihua also visited a school where students were using state-of-the-art learning equipment. Virtual reality technology allowed students to experience various subjects in an immersive way, and AI tutors provided personalized instruction based on each student's learning progress. Cuihua was deeply moved by this educational approach.

In this futuristic world, Cuihua also saw many novel things, such as flying cars, hover trains, and holographic movies. Cuihua couldn't help but marvel at how much convenience and fun technological progress had brought to humankind.

However, Cuihua also discovered that although the world is full of high technology, there are also some problems. For example, many people rely too much on technology, leading to a decline in their interpersonal skills; environmental pollution problems still exist and require people's joint efforts to solve them.

After a period of exploration, Cuihua gained a deeper understanding of this future world. She realized that while technology can bring many conveniences, humanity cannot become overly reliant on it and neglect the cultivation of humanity and the protection of the environment. Only by balancing the relationship between technology and humanity can the world become a better place.

Finally, Cuihua decides to return to her own time, bringing back the knowledge and experience she gained in this future world to contribute to her own era. She believes that as long as people continue to work hard, the future will surely be better.

In this unknown world, Cuihua's feelings were exceptionally complex. She came from an era dominated by handicrafts and human warmth, but after crossing hundreds of years to arrive in this high-tech future world, she suddenly felt like a wanderer on a deserted island.

"Where am I?" Cuihua asked herself, looking around frantically, trying to find any familiar faces or scenes. However, everything around her was unfamiliar, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of disorientation and panic.

In this futuristic world, skyscrapers rise from the ground, and dense man-made structures stand tall in the air. Ferris wheels and overpasses dazzle her. Flying cars rush by, like schools of fish swimming in the ocean, broadening Cuihua's horizons and filling her with wonder. The appearance of these modern technological products reminds her of the old-fashioned gas stove and sewing machine in her own little shop.

"How could this be?" Cuihua's confusion deepened. She began to feel the immense impact of traveling through time, as if it were about to shatter her. However, she did not give up her faith and courage, because she knew that if she remained stagnant in this unknown world, she would never find her way home.

"Perhaps I can seek help." Gathering her courage, Cuihua began asking the people around her about this era, hoping to find answers and solutions. In the process, she encountered all sorts of people, discovering their colorful and fashionable clothing, and their language that left Cuihua completely bewildered. This journey through time was like a fleeting dream, each thread a complex mix of emotions.

However, Cuihua also discovered some unique aspects of this future world. Among the many people she met were some warm and friendly individuals who not only offered her help but also proactively explained various aspects of this era, alleviating Cuihua's fear about the future. With their assistance, she gradually began to understand life and culture in the future world, slowly dispelling her sense of helplessness.

"Wow, this era is so advanced!" Cuihua was deeply impressed. She not only witnessed modern technological products such as flying cars and intelligent robots, but also profoundly felt people's pursuit of an intelligent life. They are constantly improving the level of technology and intelligence to benefit human society, and this positive attitude towards life also moved Cuihua deeply.

"The world of the future may also need some tradition and warmth," Cuihua began to ponder. She hoped to bring her skills and human touch into this unknown world, to inject some warmth and sincerity into it, and to find her own place and value in this future world.

Through her interactions with people, Cuihua made many like-minded friends who, like her, were full of curiosity and a spirit of exploration for the future. Together, they strolled through the streets and alleys of the smart city, exploring every corner of this unknown world. In this process, Cuihua gradually integrated into this era, learning many methods and techniques for using smart technology to improve her life.

As time passed, Cuihua was no longer a lonely time traveler. She found her place in this future world and learned to live in harmony with this era. She began to spread her craftsmanship and human touch, allowing more people to experience the charm of traditional culture. At the same time, she was also deeply influenced by the technological products and artificial intelligence of this future world, constantly improving herself and enhancing her overall qualities and adaptability.

In her exploration of this unknown world, Cuihua gained more than just knowledge and skills; she also forged deep bonds and connections with people. She learned to face unknown challenges, to embrace different civilizations, and, most importantly, to create beauty in her own way. Ultimately, she became a highly respected "time traveler" in this future world, adding a vibrant and colorful chapter to its diverse development through her vision and efforts.