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Since I've already made up my mind, I'm going to visit Zongwen at Qingdao University.

There was no more dragging things out.

He and Shen Zhiyi immediately packed a few personal belongings.

No complicated preparations, no unnecessary worries.

They booked their tickets on the fly and headed straight for the airport.

Zhang Yifan has always been at the top in terms of action.

The flight from Beijing to Qinglan is not far.

The entire flight takes just over an hour.

For Zhang Yifan and Shen Zhiyi, this distance was basically just a short stroll.

After the plane landed smoothly, the two walked out of the airport terminal.

Zhang Yifan glanced down at the time on his phone.

It was only a little past four in the afternoon.

The sun was still high in the distance, its rays shining directly on the earth, but a cool breeze was blowing gently through the air.

The climatic differences between the two places became apparent in an instant.

The lingering heat of late summer still lingers in Beijing.

The stuffy heat enveloped people, and they felt hot and bothered after just a few steps.

But the style is completely different in Qinglan.

A sea breeze blew, carrying a refreshing coolness.

It feels refreshing and dry, providing an immediate sense of comfort.

Needless to say, this is the unique advantage of coastal cities.

Zhang Yifan couldn't help but mentally complain on the spot.

Even though it's the same university military training, the differences between people are huge.

At Tsinghua University, my roommates are exposed to the scorching sun every day.

Every day after military training, when we returned to the dormitory, we were all exhausted, like dead dogs.

Lying in bed, unwilling to move, and constantly complaining is the norm.

Let's take another look at the prison documents.

Military training was conducted in Qinglan under the sea breeze and in the slightly cool weather.

This is hardly a test of willpower.

This is purely a paid vacation, with no trace of the arduous atmosphere of military training, and it mainly focuses on regional unfairness!

When Heaven is about to place a great responsibility on a person, it will first test their will, strain their muscles and bones, starve their body, leave them destitute, and thwart their endeavors!

You idiot, you escaped this ordeal, no wonder you're so easily flustered when things happen!

At this moment, Zhang Yifan completely forgot that he had taken Shen Zhiyi and skipped the military training.

But that doesn't matter anymore.

After all, he is an honest person, an upright person, and a person who does not tell lies!

There is absolutely no need for military training to cultivate his excellent character!

As he walked out of the airport, Zhang Yifan casually opened the map app on his phone.

I'm going to plan out my route to Qingdao University.

This investigation uncovered a majorly embarrassing situation.

Qinglan Airport is located in an extremely remote area.

It is a good 50 or 60 kilometers away from Qingdao University campus.

Within the context of intra-city commuting, this falls under the category of inter-city distance.

In contrast, consider the high-speed rail stations.

The high-speed rail station is located in the heart of the city, only a few kilometers away from Qingdao University.

It only takes about ten minutes to get there by walking or taking a taxi.

With this comparison, the difference in quality is immediately apparent.

Zhang Yifan instantly understood.

My choice to fly was purely for show and was ultimately pointless.

Not only did it not save any time, it also made us drive dozens of kilometers more unnecessarily.

The level of hassle was off the charts.

It was just that I spent more money to fly first class once...

He couldn't help but make fun of himself.

This is a classic case of the aftereffects of sudden wealth.

In the past, when we didn't have the means, the most important thing when going out was cost-effectiveness.

High-speed rail or old-fashioned green train—whatever saves money and effort, goes.

Now that I have money in my pocket, my mindset has completely changed.

When going out, people don't look at the distance or efficiency; they look at the price first.

Subconsciously, people feel that expensive things are good, and expensive things are fast.

Purely the pointless affectation of the wealthy.

However, he didn't take it to heart.

This little bit of trouble is nothing to him now.

If the route is complicated, then just hire a car to go directly there.

Problems that can be solved with money are not really problems.

The pre-booked chartered car arrived very quickly.

A black Alphard came to a smooth stop in front of the two of them.

The car is clean and exudes a powerful aura.

Driver Wang Dawei immediately got out of the car and waited.

He's been in this industry for many years and has a keen eye for business.

I know exactly how much the rental price for this car is.

The rental price of the Alphard is simply unaffordable for ordinary people.

Most of the customers are business owners from out of town who come to discuss business.

To save face and facilitate negotiations, we rent the place for two or three days at a time.

It's already considered top-of-the-line.

As a result, this young couple, who looked like students, ended up renting the place for a whole week.

The scale of his investment far exceeded his understanding of the financial situation of young people.

Wang Dawei couldn't help but take a second look at Zhang Yifan.

They are truly young.

But he exudes an exceptionally calm demeanor, without a trace of youthful impetuosity.

He was filled with doubt.

So young, yet so generous—who is this person?

Is he a rich second-generation playboy?

Judging from the appearance of the girl next to him, she seems to be a rich second-generation heiress who hasn't been pursued yet.

Despite their doubts, they maintained their professionalism in the slightest.

There was no excessive scrutiny, no casual inquiry.

Wang Dawei very considerately stepped forward and silently took the two people's luggage.

They loaded the truck carefully and worked quickly.

After the two were seated, the car smoothly drove away from the airport.

Once on the road, Wang Dawei displayed typical local characteristics, being very talkative.

Break the silence and take the initiative to start a conversation.

"Young man, are you here in Qinglan for a vacation with your girlfriend?"

Zhang Yifan leaned back in his chair, speaking casually.

"Pretty much. I've always heard that Qinglan is a famous coastal city."

"The city is developed and the scenery is famous, so I came to take a look."

These two polite compliments immediately ignited Wang Dawei's emotions.

The locals' sense of superiority over their hometown instantly exploded.

He immediately took over the conversation, his tone brimming with pride.

"Then you've really come to the right place! I'm not bragging, but Qinglan's foundation is truly solid."

"Definitely a top-tier new first-tier city."

"It excels in every aspect, including scenery, supporting facilities, infrastructure, and people's livelihood."

"Whether for living or tourism, it's a top choice."

He became more and more excited as he spoke, and his tone even rose a few decibels.

"To be honest, I've always felt wronged."

"If the country adds more municipalities directly under the central government, Qinglan will definitely be included!"

There's a saying in China that you two have definitely heard.

"Jicheng, Shandong, the Land of Greenery, China!"

These words came out of his mouth effortlessly, brimming with confidence.

He seemed to be very proud to have been born in Qinglan.

While they were having a great time chatting, Wang Dawei casually started a conversation.

"By the way, where are you two from?"

The atmosphere inside the car was relaxed, and Zhang Yifan didn't hide anything.

He spoke in a flat tone, uttering three words softly.

"From Jicheng."

The moment those words were spoken, the carriage fell into a deathly silence.

Just moments ago, Wang Dawei was talking non-stop, radiating an air of superiority.

He immediately got stuck and his mouth shut.

His pride froze on his face instantly.

That bold statement, "Jicheng, Shandong; Qinglan, China."

He swallowed it back down his throat.

An awkward silence lasted for a full two seconds.

Wang Dawei forced out an awkward laugh.

His tone made a complete 180-degree turn, and he frantically tried to make amends.

"Haha... Jicheng is great..."

"A provincial capital, a city with a long-standing history and rich cultural heritage!"

"We're both from Shandong, hahaha..."

[Great news! This book has entered the stage of being adapted into a comic book series!]