The atmosphere reached a climax during the interactive session. Jiang Zhi posed numerous questions about traditional culture, ranging from poetry and allusions to folk tales, from traditional architectural features to local opera, and the participants enthusiastically raised their hands to answer. A young student fluently recited more than a dozen ancient poems about the moon, earning praise and a prize of exquisite ancient books. A Hanfu enthusiast shared his detailed knowledge of the evolution of Hanfu styles, which was highly insightful. Not to be outdone, the children, in their tender yet powerful voices, recited "Three Character Classic" and "Rules for Disciples," adding warmth and hope to the gathering.
On the other side of the venue, a dedicated traditional handicraft experience area was set up. Besides paper-cutting, there were also pottery, embroidery, sugar painting, and other activities. In the pottery area, clay gradually took shape in the hands of participants, transforming into quaint pots and adorable little animals. In the embroidery area, silk thread weaved across the embroidery fabric as embroiderers taught the students needlework, and delicate flowers and lively butterflies gradually emerged. In the sugar painting area, artists used spoons as pens and sugar as ink to create a variety of lifelike designs, drawing cheers from the children, who were reluctant to put down their favorite sugar paintings.
Although busy with his family business, Chen Qingchen never slacked off in his commitment to cultural heritage. Knowing Jiang Zhi's dedication and passion, he not only provided financial support to ensure the smooth running of each event, but also leveraged his business connections to promote the events. He contacted major media outlets, securing coverage for these cultural events in newspapers, on television, and online, attracting widespread public attention. He also personally participated in the site selection and layout of the venues. Leveraging his unique understanding of architectural aesthetics, he crafted each venue to showcase traditional cultural heritage while incorporating modern comfort and convenience.
This cultural event, like a pebble dropped into a calm lake, stirred up ripples. Since then, Jiang Zhi's cultural activities have become increasingly frequent and diverse. She has led visitors to ancient temples and Taoist temples, exploring the intersection of religious culture and folk beliefs. She has also hosted traditional opera concerts, inviting renowned performers from Peking Opera, Yue Opera, Huangmei Opera, and other major genres to perform, filling the city with their melodious voices. She has also held ancient book readings, allowing those classics, long forgotten in history, to be revived.
As the campaign progresses, more and more people are joining the ranks of cultural heritage. Schools are collaborating with Jiang Zhi's team to offer traditional culture courses, allowing children to learn paper-cutting, calligraphy, and poetry right in the classroom. Communities are inviting artisans to hold training sessions, allowing residents to experience the charm of traditional crafts right at their doorstep. Businesses are also integrating traditional culture into their corporate culture, organizing etiquette training and cultural lectures for their employees. Thanks to the efforts of Jiang Zhi and others, this city is quietly transforming. Traditional culture is no longer a forgotten corner, but is gradually becoming integrated into people's lives, becoming a new spiritual symbol of the city.
On a starry night, Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen strolled hand in hand through the courtyard. The traces of numerous cultural events still remained visible in the courtyard: the columns where paper-cuts were hung and the stone tables where ancient books were placed, all seemed to tell stories of the past. Jiang Zhi looked up at the starry sky, her eyes twinkling: "Qingchen, look, our efforts are like these tiny stars. Although their light is dim, they can converge into a galaxy, illuminating the path forward for traditional culture." Shen Qingchen gently held her hand and said tenderly: "Zhi'er, you've done well. The road ahead is still long. I will always be with you, so that the light of culture will never go out." The two smiled at each other. At that moment, they seemed to see the beautiful vision of the future prosperity of traditional culture, filled with hope and strength.
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