Chapter 281 Solemn
After a simple preliminary agreement, Li Yisheng and Xu Chenyang gave up their seats to more scholars from home and abroad who came forward to talk to Wu Tong and make friends with him. The core of the celebration banquet was Wu Tong from beginning to end, and no one could ignore Wu Tong's brilliance.
Wu Tong greeted and thanked the visiting scholars one by one, wished them a pleasant meal, and then left early. After that, there were more talks and exchanges between enterprises and visiting scholars, and Wu Tong did not have to accompany them one by one.
Wu Tong wanted to go home to rest and spend time with her parents during the rare free time. During this period, her focus was on research breakthroughs. At the last minute, she was not at home for some time. She had a simple Mid-Autumn Festival by having a meal with her family in a hurry.
Now that he has some free time, Wu Tong wants to spend time with his family.
During the National Day holiday, given that there are too many people traveling and all the tourist attractions are crowded, the family has already decided not to go anywhere and just stay at home.
"Let's go and watch the flag-raising ceremony tomorrow, and we won't join in the other excitement!" Jin Yongqing and his wife were the first to express their opinions. As two old men, they didn't want to squeeze in with the crowd.
Thinking of the huge crowds in Beijing this time, and the influence of his precious granddaughter, Jin Yongqing felt doubly happy and proud.
As for the daughter and her husband and the son and his wife, whether they want to go out for a walk is up to them. The old couple will not interfere. They are not deaf or dumb and do not want to be the father of the family. Their children are grown up and do not need too much supervision from them.
Anyone who comes to Beijing will want to watch the flag-raising ceremony. This is something that cannot be missed. It is the obsession of the Chinese people. The national flag rises at the same time as the sun, and the morning sun never sets.
After decades of ups and downs, we are now striding into a new journey!
On October 1, National Day, hundreds of millions of Chinese people were watching the grand National Day flag-raising ceremony held in Tiananmen Square. Although this year is not a full year, there is no celebration or large-scale military parade, but the atmosphere of National Day is not diminished at all. Bright red flags have been hung on the streets and alleys of Beijing, shops and street lamps.
The sweet fragrance of osmanthus fills the air, the chrysanthemums are in full bloom, and the scene is magnificent everywhere.
In the early hours of the morning, before the city woke up, the square was already crowded with people. The majestic city tower stood tall, and everyone was waiting for the arrival of the sacred moment.
Nearly 200,000 people from all over the country gathered together to celebrate the 62nd anniversary of the founding of New China.
There are already over 100,000 people coming to Tiananmen Square to watch the flag-raising ceremony every year. This year, because of Wu Tong, the number has doubled. The influx of people into Beijing has further increased this number.
If there were no overlap, this number would only increase further, pushing the reception limit of Beijing.
"There are so many people!" Wu Tong and his family arrived at the Shengqi Square quietly surrounded by escort vehicles in front and behind.
The family looked at the crowd with curiosity. They felt that they had arrived early enough, having arrived in the middle of the night, but still could not arrive earlier than these people who might have been queuing here the night before.
Wu Tong wanted to watch the flag-raising ceremony, and the higher-ups suggested that Wu Tong enter directly from the special entrance and wait in advance. The higher-ups were very pleased with Wu Tong's patriotic heart and the centripetal force of such top talents towards the country, as well as Wu Tong's family's recognition and love for the country.
However, after consulting her family, Wu Tong did not make this special decision. She made the decision temporarily, and the possibility of danger was relatively small. She followed the flow of people into the venue through normal channels and received normal treatment, which was also a special treatment.
The family quietly joined the queue. They arrived not too late and were at the front. The accompanying security personnel naturally pretended to be the crowd watching the flag-raising ceremony, guarding the family in the middle and occupying advantageous positions in front, behind, left and right to prevent the chaotic crowd from approaching Wu Tong.
A little after four o'clock, a clear whistle sounded, breaking the silence of the square in front of the Meridian Gate. The flag-raising guard team rose up upon hearing the whistle and threw themselves into full training before the flag-raising ceremony.
The family was standing at the front of the line, originally wanting to let the elderly rest and wait in the car, and then come back to join them when the time was almost up.
However, the two elders felt that they were in good health and insisted on queuing with everyone else. They brought a few lightweight folding chairs with them, and when they got tired of standing they sat down, and when they got tired of sitting they walked around. The family chatted as they went, so it wasn't boring at all.
"It's almost here, it's finally time to enter!" Jin Yongqing looked forward to it happily. They had been here once last year, so they were considered the experienced group.
They have come to enjoy their old age. In their hometown, most elderly people are not as knowledgeable as them, and they are willing to wait here to watch the flag-raising ceremony at such a glorious moment.
Just because of this little bit of excitement, the old couple Jin Yongqing no longer felt sore in their legs or backs. Like the 200,000 people at the scene, they were eagerly expectant and looked in the direction of the city wall from time to time.
As the sky turned pale, the cordon allowed the crowd to enter, and everyone ran to the location where they would actually watch the flag-raising ceremony.
Soon after six o'clock, the loud and exciting flag-raising horn pierced the sky. The square was solemn and dignified, and people looked towards the Tiananmen Tower without any prior agreement.
The whole place was silent, waiting for the magnificent moment: 30 guards stood solemnly on both sides of the south side of Jinshui Bridge. 96 members of the national flag guard walked across the bridge, changing from marching in unison to goose-stepping, and three squad leaders in uniforms of the army, navy and air force performed the salute with swords.
The sonorous and powerful footsteps came closer and closer. The footsteps that shook the earth stirred up firm confidence and soared with lofty ambitions. Each step seemed to step on the hearts of the people present, making them involuntarily solemn and dignified. The whole audience was silent.
In the square, everyone stared at the majestic procession that was approaching step by step. The Chinese Armed Forces Honor Guard was the best in the world, and pride still rose in everyone's heart.
"Salute the national flag!" The command sounded, and the military band played the majestic national anthem. Everyone present saluted spontaneously and hummed along with the music. The flag bearer waved his right arm vigorously and threw the five-star red flag into the sky.
Facing the first rays of sunshine in the morning, the bright red flag rises slowly! Every time Wu Tong witnesses such a solemn moment, he feels moved and wants to do something to make this sacredness stand forever in the East.
46 seconds later, the red flag rose to the top of the flagpole, and enthusiastic cheers suddenly rang out at the scene. The cheers of 200,000 people almost turned into a tsunami.
"Singing to our beloved motherland, from now on it will move towards prosperity and strength..." To the music of singing the motherland, the flag-raising guard solemnly returned along the original route.
“I love China!”
"Long live the motherland!"
Wu Tong's family has devoted themselves to the event. Like everyone else at the scene, they waved small red flags high and shouted eagerly, expressing their best wishes for the country.
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