The "Macau Chronicle" published during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty contains the following record: "The name 'Haojing' can be traced back to the 'History of Ming'. This land is about five or six li long from east to west and about half that width from north to south. It has two bays, one to the north and one to the south, which can be used for ships to anchor. Some people say that the two bays are regular and round, like two bright mirrors, hence the name 'Haojing'."
This passage unfolds like a scroll painting before your eyes, filling you with imagination about the beauty of Macau. Its east-west length of five or six miles and its north-south width of half a mile outline the geographical contours of Macau.
The existence of the North and South Bays is like a pair of warm hands, gently embracing this land and providing a peaceful resting place for ships.
The phrase "as round as a mirror" perfectly captures the unique beauty of Macau's bay.
The calm water surface, like a giant mirror, reflected the clouds in the sky and the surrounding mountains.
A gentle breeze ripples across the water, creating a dreamlike scene that seems to tell the story of Macau's long and rich history.
This concise and vivid text conveys a deep love and praise for Macau. It also allows people to appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of Macau, and fills people with longing and anticipation for this land.
After spending a night in such a beautiful city hotel, Song Ziqing woke up early the next morning.
Pushing open the hotel's floor-to-ceiling windows and looking at the flow of people coming and going on the street, Song Ziqing knew that these people were all gamblers from various places.
After gambling all night, some people were excited, some were dejected, and some were crazy—a diverse range of reactions that she found fascinating.
"Honey, why are you up so early today? It's rare for us to get some alone time together. We also stayed up quite late last night. Aren't you sleepy?"
Lin Chengyu quietly came up behind her, hugged her tightly, leaned down and kissed her cheek.
"I'm not sleepy. For the past two months, I've been drinking all sorts of nourishing soups every day, and my body has already recovered. You know, all those soups use well water from the ring space, which is much more nourishing than just plain well water."
The well water in Song Ziqing's ring space was initially just ordinary well water, but after the ring space was upgraded, it became quite different, and the well water became like the legendary spiritual water.
Although it wasn't as miraculous as the spiritual water, it still had a conditioning effect on the body. Most importantly, after drinking it for a long time, they actually cultivated internal energy. Although the internal energy was negligible, internal strength began to circulate in their dantian and meridians.
Lin Chengyu and Song Ziqing, in particular, clearly felt that their internal energy seemed to have gained its own consciousness.
Even if they don't actively activate it, their internal energy will circulate within their bodies according to specific rules.
Although the speed of this self-operation is not as fast as the internal force increased by active operation, its effect is quite significant over time.
In less than three years, Song Ziqing's internal strength was already comparable to that of many people who had cultivated for more than ten years.
"Let's wash up now and go out to have breakfast. I'll take you to the casino this morning, and then we can stroll around the streets this afternoon."
Lin Chengyu knew Song Ziqing's physical condition very well, and last night was the first time the two of them had played in the water together since Song Ziqing finished her postpartum confinement.
He could clearly feel the improvement in his wife's physical strength; when they played in the water together, she even showed a fighting spirit that was evenly matched with his.
His satisfaction level continued to rise because a harmonious and smooth relationship between husband and wife made their lives more fulfilling and happy.
Song Ziqing obediently went to the bathroom, soaked in the bathtub for about ten minutes, changed her clothes, washed off some light makeup, and then followed Lin Chengyu downstairs.
The two stayed at the Santiago de Macau Hotel last night, located in the upscale residential area of Sai Van, Macau, near the A-Ma Temple, Maritime Museum, and Harmony Gate.
The hotel is a traditional Portuguese-style building converted from Macau's first castle more than 300 years ago. It is located next to the city center of Macau and is a fortress-style hotel with a romantic European atmosphere.
Standing inside this historic hotel, Song Ziqing felt as if he were witnessing history.
The two left the hotel and strolled through the streets of Macau. Song Ziqing looked around curiously, taking in the unique charm of the city.
Lin Chengyu took Song Ziqing to a famous local breakfast shop, where they enjoyed authentic Portuguese egg tarts and coffee.
After breakfast, they went to the casino.
The casino was bustling with noise and excitement.
Song Ziqing was a little reserved at first, but he was quickly caught up in the atmosphere and tried playing a few rounds.
Around noon, the two left the casino and had lunch at a nearby restaurant.
In the afternoon, they strolled through several distinctive streets and bought some souvenirs.
As evening falls, the setting sun, like a kind old man, gently caresses the ancient buildings with its warm afterglow, draping them in a golden veil.
Song Ziqing and Lin Chengyu stood hand in hand, quietly enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the moment bathed in golden light.
Lin Chengyu's gaze fell affectionately on Song Ziqing's face, and he said softly, "Without the ties of children, I always feel that we are both very free. Wife, let's hire more people to take care of the children in the future. I still don't like to spend all my time raising children."
His words revealed a longing for freedom, as if the existence of his children had become a stumbling block in their pursuit of freedom.
Song Ziqing frowned slightly. She could understand Lin Chengyu's longing for freedom, but she felt a little uneasy.
She knew that raising children was a great responsibility and a manifestation of selfless love.
She replied softly, "But, Ayu, our children are the fruit of our love, and they need our companionship and guidance as they grow. We cannot only consider our own freedom and neglect our responsibilities to them."
Lin Chengyu tightened his grip on Song Ziqing's hand. He sensed her worry, but he still insisted on his own ideas.
“I know you’re worried about your children’s upbringing, but we can hire the best nannies, caregivers, and tutors to look after them. That way, we can provide our children with the best living conditions while also having time for ourselves.”
A hint of determination flashed in his eyes, as if he were searching for support for his point of view.
A hint of helplessness flashed in Song Ziqing's eyes. She sighed and said, "Ayu, I also hope we can have more free time, but raising children is our responsibility as parents. We can't leave all of this to others."
Her voice carried a hint of melancholy, as if she were worried about the uncertainty of the future.
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