Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

The next day, the morning light was just breaking and the hustle and bustle of the city had not yet completely awakened, but Lu Yong and his girlfriend Hannah were still immersed in dreams.

It was not until 9 o'clock in the morning that the two reluctantly got out of bed, as if the passion and fatigue of last night still lingered in every corner of their bodies.

Although the time to return to the United States was getting shorter and shorter, the two days of non-stop work and traveling around had indeed made both of them feel very tired.

Lu Yong rubbed his eyes and looked at Hannah who was sleeping beside him, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

He gently woke her up, and they smiled at each other, their eyes full of attachment to each other.

"Lu, where are we going today?" Hannah rubbed her eyes, with a hint of laziness in her voice.

"Suzhou, I'll take you to Suzhou." Lu Yong replied with a smile, his eyes flashing with anticipation.

The two of them had a simple meal in the hotel restaurant and then hurriedly boarded the high-speed train to Suzhou.

Inside the car, Lu Yong held Hannah's hand tightly, as if he was afraid that she would suddenly disappear.

Hannah snuggled in his arms, feeling each other's warmth and heartbeat.

The high-speed train sped past, and the scenery outside the window unfolded like a painting.

After a while, the two arrived at Suzhou Station.

As you walk out of the station, a classical atmosphere hits you in the face, as if you have traveled through time and space and arrived in an ancient and mysterious world.

The first stop, Lu Yong took Hannah to the famous Hanshan Temple.

This ancient temple has witnessed thousands of years of vicissitudes and changes, but it still stands, as if telling endless stories.

"Lu, is this Hanshan Temple? It's so beautiful!" Hannah exclaimed, with excitement flashing in her eyes.

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, then took her hand and walked into the temple.

The two walked up the stone steps, feeling the quaint architecture and tranquil atmosphere.

Praying, ringing bells, feeding koi, every detail made the two of them intoxicated.

When the bell rang, Lu Yong hugged Hannah tightly, as if he wanted to freeze this happiness and tranquility in this moment forever.

Hannah closed her eyes and made a wish silently, feeling the sound of the bells echoing in her ears, as if transmitting their love to the sky.

However, the two of them deliberately skipped the part of copying Buddhist scriptures.

Lu Yong simply didn't want to copy, as he felt that this tranquility and beauty were better felt with the heart; but Hannah didn't know how to copy, as she seemed a little helpless with those ancient texts and profound Buddhist principles.

So, the two of them simply stamped it and left a unique memory.

After leaving Hanshan Temple, the two came to the Tiger Hill Scenic Area.

Tiger Hill is not high in altitude, but it has a unique flavor.

The two walked up the mountain road, admiring the beautiful scenery and feeling the afterglow of the sunset on their bodies.

In summer, you can also hear cicadas chirping and birds singing, the environment is very pleasant.

"Lu, look at that tower, it's so beautiful!" Hannah pointed at the Tiger Hill Tower in the distance, her eyes flashing with amazement.

Lu Yong nodded, took her hand and walked towards the tower.

The exterior of Tiger Hill Pagoda adopts the typical ancient Chinese wooden architectural style, with strong Jiangnan water village characteristics.

The two stood at the foot of the tower, looking up at the ancient building, as if they could hear the echoes of history.

Then, the two came to Huqiu Sword Pond.

The place gets its name from its shape, which looks like a long sword inserted deep into the ground.

The water in the pool is crystal clear, reflecting the surrounding scenery like a beautiful painting.

"Lu, it's really magical here!" Hannah exclaimed, reaching out to touch the pool water, feeling the coolness and mystery.

Lu Yong looked at her with a smile, his heart filled with satisfaction and happiness.

He knew that Hannah was the most real and beautiful at this moment.

In addition to Tiger Hill Pagoda and Sword Pond, the two also visited Magnolia Study and Thousand People Stone.

The Magnolia Study is filled with the fragrance of books, as if it can make people forget the troubles of the world; on the Thousand People Stone, there are the footprints and legends of countless literati and poets.

Lu Yong and Hannah sat down on the Thousand-Man Stone, feeling the weight of history and cultural heritage.

They smiled at each other, as if they had found their home with each other at this moment.

"Lu, I think this trip is really great!" Hannah snuggled in Lu Yong's arms, with a hint of satisfaction and happiness in her voice.

"Yes, I think so too. Every day with you is full of surprises and happiness." Lu Yong hugged her tightly, as if he wanted to freeze this happiness in this moment forever.

The sun gradually sets, and the two figures lengthen in the afterglow.

They walked hand in hand in the alleys of Suzhou, feeling the fusion of classic and modern.

Every detail intoxicated them, as if they were in a beautiful dream.

Suddenly, a burst of rapid footsteps broke the tranquility.

A young man hurried by and accidentally knocked Hannah down.

Lu Yong quickly supported her and grabbed the man's arm at the same time.

"Walk carefully." Lu Yong said with a smile.

The man quickly apologized and explained that he had just passed by in a hurry.

"It's okay, don't hit the child." Lu Yong said, then pulled Hannah and continued forward.

This little episode added a bit of excitement to their journey, but also deepened their feelings.

In the afternoon, Lu Yong and Hannah came to an antique restaurant and tasted the local specialties.

The dishes were delicious and satisfying for them.

"Lu, I think this trip is really great! I have never experienced such a rich cultural atmosphere and such beautiful scenery." Hannah said excitedly, with happiness shining in her eyes.

Lu Yong looked at her with a smile, his heart filled with satisfaction and pride.

He knew that this trip not only allowed Hannah to feel the beauty and mystery of China, but also made their relationship deeper and stronger.

"Hannah, after we finish dealing with things in the United States, I will take you to Hangzhou. It's as beautiful as Suzhou, you will definitely like it." Lu Yong promised, with anticipation gleaming in his eyes.

Hannah nodded and hugged him tightly.

She knows that no matter what difficulties and challenges she encounters in the future, as long as she is with Lu Yong, they can create more beautiful memories and experiences together.

After leaving Tiger Hill Scenic Area, Lu Yong and Hannah decided to go to Suzhou Museum to explore the city’s cultural treasures.

The sunlight shines through the sparse clouds and onto the quaint streets, adding a touch of warmth and romance to the couple's journey.

Suzhou Museum, a building designed by the famous architect I.M. Pei that perfectly blends modernity and tradition, has long occupied a place in Lu Yong's travel guide.

They followed the instructions and passed through a lush green garden, and the outline of the museum gradually came into view.

It is a building that is both modern and classical. Its gray and white tones look particularly harmonious under the blue sky and white clouds.

"Wow, is this the Suzhou Museum? It looks so special!" Hannah exclaimed, her eyes full of curiosity and anticipation about the unknown.

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, then took Hannah's hand and walked into the museum.

As soon as they entered the door, they were deeply attracted by the scene before them.

The interior of the museum is spacious, the lighting is soft, and the exhibits are neatly displayed in various exhibition halls.

From ancient porcelain, calligraphy and painting to modern and contemporary handicrafts, each exhibit carries the long history and culture of Suzhou and even China.

They first came to an exhibition hall displaying ancient porcelain.

Hannah developed a strong interest in a blue and white porcelain vase. She carefully looked at the patterns on the vase, trying to interpret the wisdom and aesthetics of the ancients from them.

"This piece of porcelain is so beautiful, and the patterns on it are so intricate!" Hannah exclaimed.

Lu Yong patiently explained to Hannah the production process and historical background of porcelain. His voice was gentle but powerful, as if it could awaken those distant historical stories one by one.

Then they came to an exhibition hall displaying calligraphy and paintings.

There are exquisite calligraphy and painting works hanging on the walls, some of which are magnificent and some are delicate and meticulous.

Hannah was deeply attracted by a landscape painting. She stood in front of the painting and was reluctant to leave for a long time.

"The mountains and rivers in this painting seem alive. I feel as if I have integrated into that world." Hannah said softly, her eyes flashing with awe and yearning for art.

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, knowing that Hannah had a keen sense of art. He held Hannah's hand tightly, as if to freeze this shared artistic experience forever in this moment.

In every corner of the museum, Lu Yong and Hannah left their footprints and laughter.

Sometimes they stopped to admire, sometimes they talked quietly, and shared their feelings and experiences about the exhibits with each other.

This shared cultural experience deepened their bond and made them cherish each other's existence even more.

After leaving the museum, the two decided to go to Shantang Street to experience the unique Jiangnan water town style there.

Shantang Street is a famous ancient street in Suzhou. It has witnessed the prosperity and changes of Suzhou, and has also left behind the footprints and legends of countless literati and poets.

The two walked hand in hand along the quaint streets.

There are various shops and stalls on both sides of the street, some selling exquisite handicrafts, and some selling authentic snacks and specialties.

The air is filled with the faint aroma of tea and the sweetness of pastries, making people want to taste it.

"Lu, look at that sugar painting, it's amazing!" Hannah pointed to a stall not far away, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

Lu Yong looked in the direction Hannah's finger pointed and saw a master painting on a board with syrup.

His technique was skillful and exquisite, and soon a lifelike sugar painting appeared in front of everyone.

"Let's give it a try!" Lu Yong suggested.

The two walked up to the stall and the master greeted them warmly.

Lu Yong chose a simple pattern and asked the master to make a sugar painting for them.

The master's skills were indeed well-deserved, and soon, an exquisite sugar painting appeared in front of them.

Hannah took the sugar painting and licked it carefully.

The sweet taste instantly blossomed on her tongue, making her unable to help but smile happily.

"It's so delicious!" she exclaimed, and then handed the remaining sugar painting to Lu Yong.

Lu Yong also took a bite, and the sweet taste seemed to be integrated into their love.

The two smiled at each other and continued walking along the street.

As they walked, they came to a shop selling silk products.

The shop displays a variety of silk products, some of which are colorful, while others are plain and elegant.

Hannah became particularly interested in a silk shawl. She picked it up and carefully examined the pattern and texture.

"This shawl is so beautiful, I think it suits you so well!" Hannah said, and then put the shawl on Lu Yong's shoulders.

Lu Yong looked at himself in the mirror, feeling the warmth and comfort brought by the shawl.

He smiled and nodded, indicating his approval of Hannah's aesthetic taste.

"Then let's buy it!" Hannah said, and then paid happily.

The two continued to stroll along the street, feeling the unique Jiangnan water town style.

Sometimes they stopped to admire the street scenes, sometimes they tasted snacks and specialties, and shared this rare leisure and happiness with each other.

At the end of Shantang Street, they came to an ancient bridge.

This bridge has witnessed the prosperity and changes of Suzhou, and also carries the dreams and hopes of countless people.

The two stood on the bridge, looking at the scenery in the distance, feeling the weight of history and cultural heritage.

"Lu, I think this trip to China is really great! I have never experienced such a rich cultural atmosphere and such beautiful scenery. I will never forget this memory in my life." Hannah said with emotion.

Lu Yong hugged Hannah tightly, feeling her warmth and heartbeat.

He knew that this trip not only allowed Hannah to feel the beauty and mystery of China, but also made their relationship deeper and stronger.

"Hannah, I will always be with you and take you to see more beautiful scenery and experience more different cultures." Lu Yong promised, his voice firm and powerful.

Hannah nodded, her eyes sparkling with happiness and anticipation.

As night fell, Shantang Street gradually became quiet.

Lu Yong simply booked a Jiangnan water town-style homestay nearby and planned to stay there for the next two days, using the limited time left to accompany Hannah to visit the so-called Suzhou Ancient Town.

As night falls, the city of Suzhou is gently covered by a layer of soft light, as if draped in a mysterious veil.

Lu Yong and Hannah walked hand in hand through the dimly lit alleys, with smiles of satisfaction and happiness on their faces.

After a day of fun, the two decided to go back to the B&B to enjoy a quiet and warm night.

On the way back to the B&B, they passed a convenience store and stopped involuntarily.

The dazzling array of goods in the store dazzled the two men, and they began to choose ingredients for dinner.

Hannah has a special liking for Suzhou snacks, so she picked out some local cakes and snacks, and also picked up two bottles of beer, intending to enjoy a drink for the two of them in the homestay.

After returning to the B&B, the two placed the food they bought on the table one by one, as if they were holding a small feast.

The lighting was soft and the atmosphere was warm. The two sat opposite each other and began their dinner time.

"Wow, this pastry looks delicious!" Hannah picked up a piece of osmanthus cake, took a light bite, and a satisfied expression appeared on her face.

Lu Yong looked at her with a smile, his heart filled with happiness.

He picked up a crab soup dumpling and carefully took a small bite. The delicious soup instantly flowed into his mouth, making him unable to help but exclaim in admiration.

"This soup dumpling is so delicious! Try it!" Lu Yong handed another soup dumpling to Hannah.

Hannah took the soup dumpling and took a light bite. The delicious soup and the aroma of crab roe instantly bloomed in her mouth, making her unable to help but exclaim in praise.

"It's really delicious! I feel like I'm being conquered by these delicacies!" Hannah said with a happy smile on her face.

The two of them chatted while tasting the food.

They talked about the attractions they visited today and shared their feelings and experiences with each other.

Whenever a funny detail was mentioned, the two couldn't help laughing out loud, as if they were back in their carefree childhood.

"Do you remember the blue and white porcelain vase you saw in the Suzhou Museum today? I think it is really beautiful!" Hannah said, her eyes flashing with awe and yearning for art.

"Of course I remember! The pattern and color of that porcelain vase are so exquisite! I feel like I am shocked by its beauty!" Lu Yong replied, his voice full of admiration for the work of art.

"And the sugar painting I ate on Shantang Street today! I think it's really magical! The craftsman's technique is so skillful!" Hannah continued, with nostalgia for the sugar painting on her face.

"Yes! That sugar painting is really interesting!" Lu Yong said with a smile.

The two chatted and before they knew it, they had finished two bottles of beer.

A slight blush appeared on their faces and their eyes sparkled with happiness and satisfaction.

They knew that this night would become an unforgettable memory of their journey.

"Lu, I think when we retire, why don't we just come to China to retire?" Hannah said with emotion, her voice full of gratitude and nostalgia for this country.

Lu Yong held Hannah's hand tightly.

"Okay, I promise you." Lu Yong promised.

Hannah nodded, her eyes full of happiness.

The two continued chatting, sharing each other's dreams and plans, and talking about future life, work, and travel plans, as if they had already seen that future full of happiness and beauty.

Whenever they mentioned an interesting plan or dream, they couldn't help laughing, as if that future was already just around the corner.

As the night progressed, the topic of their conversation gradually became relaxed and casual.

They began to talk about each other's childhood stories, family backgrounds and growing up experiences.

Whenever a funny detail was mentioned, both of them couldn't help laughing out loud, as if they had returned to that carefree time.

"You know what? My favorite thing to do when I was a kid was to go fishing with my grandpa. I felt so happy at that time!" Lu Yong said, with nostalgia for his childhood on his face.

"Really? When I was a kid, I loved doing handicrafts with my grandma! I felt so happy back then!" Hannah replied.

The two chatted and before they knew it, it was already late at night.

Finally, the two fell asleep in each other's arms and spent an unforgettable night in the warm homestay.

The two of them are filled with gratitude and attachment to each other, as well as expectations and longings for a better life in the future.

This trip to China brought a qualitative leap in their relationship. (End of this chapter)