After listening to Qin Zian's explanation, Wang Jianye's tightly furrowed brows gradually relaxed.

After careful consideration, he felt that Qin Zian's plan was indeed feasible, and it would also provide an opportunity to showcase the creativity and strength of the Harbin Culture and Tourism Bureau once again.

More importantly, this was another close and friendly interaction between the North and the South, which played a positive role in shaping the image of the Harbin Culture and Tourism Bureau.

Therefore, Wang Jianye did not hesitate any longer and agreed to Qin Zian's idea.

"Okay, let's do it that way!"

As Wang Jianye finished speaking, Qin Zian's eyes immediately became firm and full of determination.

The problem of water accumulation in Harbin is not the responsibility of the Harbin Culture and Tourism Bureau, and it is impossible for the Harbin Culture and Tourism Bureau to deliberately delay the time for clearing water accumulation just because it wants to hold an event.

This extended version of the Northeast Soybean Paste Tasting Conference is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase the charm of Harbin to tourists stranded there, while also establishing a new image for the Harbin Culture and Tourism Bureau.

To ensure the timeliness of the event, Qin Zian did not choose to conduct large-scale publicity.

He knew that the flooding problem could be resolved at any time, and once the water level dropped, the tourists would leave the ice city.

Therefore, he decided to take a more direct and effective approach—to have staff from the Culture and Tourism Bureau personally contact the stranded tourists and ask them if they would like to participate in this special tasting event.

During the three days of torrential rain, the tourists' mood gradually changed from initial anticipation to anxiety and boredom.

They were stuck in the hotel, unable to go out or enjoy the beautiful scenery of Harbin. Therefore, when Qin Zi'an suggested that they participate in the Northeast Soybean Paste Tasting Conference, they all expressed great interest.

For those who have been trapped for many days, even if it's just a simple walk downstairs, they would gladly go.

Thanks to the meticulous preparations by the staff of the Culture and Tourism Bureau, the list of the first batch of tourists invited to participate in the extended Northeast Soybean Paste Tasting Conference has finally been finalized.

Qin Zi'an, as the head of the Culture and Tourism Bureau, was well aware of the importance of this event. He was determined to welcome these tourists from afar in a unique way and let them feel the warmth and sincerity of the Ice City.

After redeeming the god-level rowing skill from the system, Qin Zian confidently walked towards the location where the kayaks were parked.

Wearing a life jacket and holding a paddle, he sat in the kayak, ready to begin his "special reception" journey.

At the command of the cultural and tourism bureau staff, the kayak was pushed into the floodwater.

Qin Zi sat steadily on the boat, paddling and drawing graceful arcs in the water.

The kayak weaved through the floodwaters, sometimes passing through narrow alleys, sometimes navigating around floating debris. Qin Zian was like a helmsman controlling the water, guiding the kayak forward through the waves.

Because the road was blocked by floodwater, there were hardly any people to be seen around.

If one ignored the yellowish puddles, Qin Zian would appear to be a refined scholar enjoying a leisurely boat ride, having a wonderful time.

On the street with the deepest floodwaters, Qin Zi'an was preparing to dock at his target hotel when cheers erupted in the distance.

He looked up and saw a group of people standing on the hotel balcony, waving their arms excitedly.

Amidst cheers from afar, the name "Qin Zian" was repeatedly called out.

These people had no idea what Qin Zian did; they were just idly looking at the scenery from their balconies when they saw someone boating through the city.

Upon closer inspection, the extremely relaxed man was none other than Qin Zi'an, an old acquaintance...

How could they not be excited by such a scene?

Qin Zian smiled and waved to them, signaling them not to scream too loudly to avoid attracting unnecessary attention.

To avoid unnecessary trouble, Qin Zian increased the speed of his paddling, propelling the kayak forward through the waves.

Soon, Qin Zian paddled his kayak to the building below the target hotel.

The first group of tourists were already waiting there, eager to begin their special journey.

When they saw Qin Zi'an, they cheered with excitement.

When these tourists saw Qin Zi'an, they were incredibly excited.

They had expected the trip to be interesting, but they never imagined that Qin Zi'an would come to pick them up in person.

Therefore, everyone's face was beaming with a bright smile, and they were extremely happy.

"Holy crap! Director Qin!!! Director Qin actually came to pick us up."

"It's a good thing I was practically moldy from staying in the hotel, otherwise such a good thing would never have fallen into my lap."

"Mom! I've really made something of myself, now Qin Zi'an personally picks me up and drops me off."

"This trip was so worthwhile! I never expected to receive such treatment!"

The tourists were talking excitedly, they couldn't have been happier.

After stabilizing the kayak, Qin Zian waved to them in a friendly manner.

"Are you all among the first to experience the extended Northeast Soybean Paste Tasting Event organized by the Harbin Culture and Tourism Bureau?" Qin Zian smiled and said cheerfully, "Take your number tags, put on your life jackets, and I'll take you there."

Without the slightest hesitation, the tourists lined up in an orderly fashion, ready to experience this unique journey.

As the kayaks slowly moved forward through the floodwaters, the tourists began to appreciate the city that had been washed clean by the rain.

The buildings on both sides of the street looked even more ancient and mysterious after being washed by the rain, as if they had returned to the past.

They felt as if they were in the water city of Venice, experiencing the unique charm of this exotic place.

On the kayaks, the tourists' laughter and chatter rose and fell, all of them amazed by the scene before them, as if they were in a dream world.

"Who says Harbin is the Paris of the East? This is practically the Venice of the East!" A middle-aged tourist exclaimed, gazing at the rain-soaked cityscape. Before him stood ancient and unique buildings, appearing even more solemn and mysterious under the rain, as if time had stood still, transporting him to an ancient European water town.

“Exactly!” a young girl next to her exclaimed excitedly. “I was worried that this trip would be boring, but now it seems like it’s incredibly worthwhile! If Director Qin hadn’t come to pick us up personally, I would never have had the chance to experience such a unique way of traveling.” Her eyes sparkled with excitement, as if she had forgotten all her previous fatigue and worries.

"Oh my god! I feel like I'm going to faint from happiness!" another tourist exclaimed dramatically. His face beamed with satisfaction and bliss, as if all his worries had vanished in that moment. He continued, "If I had known this was going to happen, I would have been laughing myself awake for the past three days! This is simply the most unforgettable trip of my life!"