The first stop was Shifeng County in Taicheng.
It takes about two and a half hours to get there from Hangzhou via the entire highway.
It belongs to the inherent will of the universe.
"Little-known fact: even people from Zhejiang Province often don't know the correct pronunciation of the 'Tai' in Taicheng. It's pronounced 'Tai', not 'Tai,' and it's not the same as the 'Tai' in the island of Taiwan."
Lu Yibei gave a popular science lesson to the young masters of Shanghai, the ladies of Huizhou, and the old ladies of Northeast China.
Northeastern women are dissatisfied:
"Who can understand this? At least give me the pronunciation."
Lu Yibei made a sweeping stroke of his pen.
Taicheng (台城).
Perfect.
…
The car was parked in the downstairs parking lot. Because land is extremely expensive in Hangzhou and their rent did not include a parking space, they had to pay a considerable parking fee when they drove out.
The car's license plate surprised Xiao Ma greatly:
"Woqu, Mercedes!"
For the vast majority of Chinese people.
BBA – BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi are luxury cars, similar to Porsche, Lamborghini, and Auburn. These are cars that are not accessible to the average person.
Xiao Ma glanced at Lu Yibei:
"Senior Lu, you..."
So he was a hidden tycoon!
Lu Yibei's response to this was a calm smile:
"I just wanted to interact with you as an ordinary person, but all I got in return was your estrangement. Okay, I'm not pretending anymore, I'm coming clean. I am indeed a friend of a rich second-generation...
Then, he patted the hood twice: "This is the car our friend who couldn't make it lent us for the trip. He said it would be a little awkward if the car didn't come along..."
Ji Qingqian added: "Heritage."
“Xu Che is still alive!” Lu Yibei quickly said.
Looking at the triangular spiky logo of Mercedes-Benz, Little Ma sighed with regret:
"That's a real shame."
Zhao Xun glanced at her: "What's a pity?"
Ma Jiaojiao clenched her fist, her expression resolute:
"Otherwise, I could definitely mooch a few meals from him."
Zhao Xun breathed a sigh of relief: "...Look at you, so pathetic."
Ma Jiaojiao smiled and asked, "What else do you think, senior?"
Zhao Sun: ...
Look.
Lu Yibei knew perfectly well that if he really became successful, you wouldn't be happy about it.
"It's been about two and a half hours since the car arrived. For safety reasons, we'll probably stop at some high-speed server..."
Lu Yibei sat in the driver's seat, fastened his seatbelt, and glanced at Zhao Xun in the back: "If Xun'er had a driver's license, I wouldn't have had to drive the whole way—that's why I called Xu Che."
Zhao Sun rolled her eyes.
I thought to myself, "What does this have to do with me?"
Then I thought, I should get a driver's license later, it will be more convenient then.
But then I thought, if I want to take the driving test now, wouldn't I be falling into Lao Bei's trap again?
"--I."
Xiao Ma, who was also in the back row, raised his hand like a cute elementary school student about to speak in class: "I have a driver's license. If you're tired, Senior Lu, you can let me drive."
Zhao Xun quickly told her to stop: "Having a driver's license ≠ being able to drive. We're all only children, so shut up for a bit."
Ma Jiaojiao said, "I can drive... really. Since last year, I've been the one picking up my dad when he's drunk—my dad drives a car that's even bigger than this one."
She then looked at Lu Yibei in the driver's seat: "Don't worry, Senior Lu, if you get tired, just fight back. I've driven on the highway before, it's much easier than down here."
Being able to say that highways are easier to drive than non-highway roads is probably proof that someone really knows how to drive.
Lu Yibei nodded:
"become."
Zhao Xun glanced at the burly girl who made the suggestion with a calm and composed expression.
He was in a state of mind that included a variety of things, including grains, food, social insurance, and housing fund.
From the moment he started helping her carry her bag at the East Station, he had a vague feeling... what was with this big girl's strong boyfriend vibe?
—Take the driving test!
—I absolutely have to get my mother's driver's license!
—I'll sign up as soon as I get back!!
Sitting in the passenger seat, Ji Qingqian pondered for a long time before finally drawing a conclusion:
"No wonder I still can't drive."
"When my dad gets drunk, he always has his driver pick him up."
"It's all his fault."
"That's why I still haven't gotten my driver's license."
Lu Yibei: ...
Uncle.
Are you alright, Sanya?
I've heard that Sanya is sunny and warm.
But I bet you're sneezing right now...
…
From Hangzhou Bay Bypass to Changtai Expressway.
Two and a half hours is not a short time.
Lu Yibei drove smoothly, and no one in the car got carsick.
They were all close friends and young people.
We drove, listened to music, chatted, and occasionally ate some snacks.
Even before reaching the destination, the journey itself is interesting enough.
After leaving Hangzhou and passing through Yucheng, we entered Shifeng County in Taicheng.
Shifeng County is renowned throughout the world for its "beautiful mountains and rivers, and the origin of Buddhism and Taoism".
The mountain refers to Shifeng Mountain.
The water is the Shifengshan Waterfall.
The Buddha statue is from Guoqing Temple, which was first built in the Sui Dynasty.
The first destination we arrived at on this trip was the ancient Guoqing Temple.
There are many reasons why Guoqing Temple was chosen as the first choice.
One reason is the temple's illustrious reputation; it is considered one of the four most famous temples in China, along with Lingyan Temple in Jincheng, Qixia Temple in Nanjing, and Yuquan Temple in Dangyang.
You absolutely have to see it.
The second reason is that it's very relatable.
—It's free.
Yes, it's a 5A-level scenic spot but it's free, so of course I wouldn't miss it if I were passing by!
…
Get off the bus and then walk.
The winter sun was warm and gentle, neither too hot nor too cold, with just the right temperature.
Four young people stood side by side, their faces beaming with joy.
"The most famous temple I've ever visited is Lingyin Temple in West Lake."
Ma Jiaojiao is always talkative, and she chatted away the whole way.
Lu Yibei was the same; on the contrary, he was accompanied by two school beauties and spoke very little.
"Guoqing has some connection with Lingyin Temple."
Lu Yibei offered a little bit of background information: "Have you heard of Ji Gong?"
Ma Jiaojiao nodded vigorously: "Of course, a mythological figure, and also a high-ranking monk of Lingyin Temple in history."
“His secular name was Li Xiuyuan, and his Buddhist name was Daoji. He was from Taicheng. He was first ordained at Guoqing Temple, and then went to live at Lingyin Temple,” Lu Yibei said.
"Ah, I see."
Ma Jiaojiao nodded and praised, "Senior Lu is quite cultured!"
"That's right, my cultural knowledge is top-notch," Lu Yibei boasted.
He deliberately used "造指" (zao zhi) instead of "造诣" (zao yi) as a little joke, which made people laugh.
Although Ji Qingqian is not as well-educated as her boyfriend, as a young person of the new generation, she knows how to make use of the convenience of the internet.
"Guoqing Temple was founded by the eminent Sui Dynasty monk Master Zhiyi, whose Dharma name was... uh... Abei, how do you pronounce this character?"
Lu Yibei took a look.
Zhiyi.
Isn't that simple?
Lu Yibei gave earnest advice.
Zhiyi.
Fourth tone.
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