amaotonovel Chapter 437 The Thought Process of King Wenxuan: The Correct Way to Understand High-Speed Rail
Chapter 437 The Thought Process of King Wenxuan: The Correct Way to Understand High-Speed Rail
So, this morning, just as dawn was breaking, the two of them, who hadn't slept well all night due to their excitement, checked out of their room early and headed to the high-speed rail station.
It was really easy to ask around at the high-speed rail station. Along the way, almost everyone he met was happy to give him directions.
The two first found a nearby post station, tied up their horses, and then hurriedly headed straight for the underground high-speed rail station.
But they arrived way too early; the high-speed rail station was deserted, and it wasn't even open for business yet.
The two had no choice but to wait in front of the gate early, eagerly hoping that it would open, their hearts filled with anticipation.
Fortunately, just as the hour of Chen (7-9 AM) arrived, the high-speed rail station gates beeped, and the doors opened, officially commencing business.
The two quickly mingled with the first group of people and followed the other citizens as they took the escalator down into the ground. Soon they arrived at the ticket hall of Yangzhou Station.
Along the way, Chu Ming, the gossip, was busy asking questions of those who had taken the high-speed rail the day before. He had practically figured out the procedures for buying tickets and boarding the train.
But when the two arrived at the self-service ticket machine, Chu Ming was dumbfounded.
He discovered that buying tickets at this station only allowed him to purchase one-way tickets to the "Fairyland," and not direct tickets to other prefectures or states closer to the capital...
Chu Ming hurriedly asked the train attendant, only to learn that the return journey could only depart from [Fairyland], and that it was not possible to board the high-speed train midway...
Furthermore, the flight attendant informed us that the Jingcheng Station will officially open tomorrow.
In other words, we can travel directly from the Fairyland to the capital tomorrow, and the journey will only take a mere two or three hours!
"Your Highness, what should we do now?"
There's no way to return from here in Zhongli Prefecture, Yangzhou...
"Ah, if we could take this high-speed train back to Beijing, that would save us so much time and effort!"
Chu Ming felt a sense of powerlessness at this moment, as if he could see a glittering mountain of gold, but could only watch helplessly because there was an insurmountable chasm between them.
My heart is filled with the frustration and helplessness of knowing that such a fast shortcut is right in front of me, yet being unable to take a ride on it.
After hearing the information that Chu Ming had inquired about, Xuan Molin did not speak immediately. Instead, he stood there quietly, like a pensive statue, lost in deep thought.
Just as Chu Ming was racking his brains but couldn't come up with a solution, and was about to give up taking the high-speed train and continue riding back to Beijing, he heard a gentle and clear voice.
"Buy tickets to [Wonderland]!"
Upon hearing the prince's order, Chu Ming thought he had misheard and was hallucinating.
He stared wide-eyed in disbelief, dug into his ear, and then asked with a puzzled look:
"Your Highness, did I hear that right? You just said...we're going back to the Fairy Realm?"
"But didn't we ride for several days straight from there, enduring wind and rain, sleeping in the open, and going through all sorts of hardships, before finally arriving in Yangzhou?"
He really couldn't figure out what the prince was up to...
This journey has been so arduous, how could there be any reason to turn back?
Although he also missed the "Fairyland" terribly, its beautiful scenery and delicious food haunted his dreams...
But wasn't their purpose in coming back to the capital to report to the Emperor about the various matters concerning the "Fairyland"?
Xuan Molin had already made a thorough plan in his mind. He parted his thin lips slightly, the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, as if he was filled with some uncontrollable excitement. His tone also rose slightly, with a hint of certainty.
"Come with me immediately on this high-speed train to [Fairyland]. When the high-speed train can reach the capital tomorrow, we will take it back to the capital from [Fairyland]!"
If all goes well, we should be able to return to the capital smoothly tomorrow.
In this way, they wouldn't have to spend too much time on the long journey, and they could return to Beijing smoothly—a win-win situation indeed.
Upon hearing the prince's words, Chu Ming's pupils dilated in surprise, and his mouth gaped open.
His face was filled with disbelief, as if he had heard the most incredible thing in the world.
Good heavens, how does his prince's brain work? How can he come up with such a reverse thought process?
He didn't react at first, his mind went completely blank...
But upon closer examination, it seems that if they follow the prince's line of thought, they really could take the high-speed rail back to Beijing!
And you can stay in the [Fairyland] for another half day, wouldn't that allow you to taste the mouthwatering delicacies there again!
Just thinking about all that delicious food made Chu Ming's mouth water.
"My goodness, Your Highness, you are simply a god in my eyes! You are so incredibly wise!"
How could I not have thought of that brilliant idea... I am truly ashamed of my own shortcomings!
Chu Ming looked at the prince with admiration, his eyes shining with respect.
While praising the ticket, he started buying tickets. When he saw that there were different levels of seats available for the high-speed rail, he did not hesitate to choose the most expensive and best "private box seat" for the prince.
As for himself...
Chu Ming secretly glanced at the prince and saw that the prince was also squinting at the ticket purchase interface.
Chu Ming's heart skipped a beat, and he asked timidly:
"Um... Your Highness, there are three different types of tickets available. I have already selected a private box seat for you."
Well... as for me, how could I, with my status and position, dare to sit in the same private room as Your Highness? How about I buy a discounted seat?
"Well, that means I'll have to be separated from Your Highness... and I'm really worried about you..."
Xuan Molin could easily guess his little scheme. He glanced at Chu Ming, his eyes seemingly able to see through Chu Ming's hidden thoughts.
A slight smile played on his lips as he said:
"Stop talking nonsense, just buy a double cabin ticket. If you keep arguing, the train will be leaving soon, and you'll have to walk back to Beijing!"
"Alright, Your Highness is mighty! I'll buy it right away!"
Hey, there's even a discount on the high-speed rail today! This "fairyland" is so spacious and grand, it's really generous!
Chu Ming, who had achieved his goal, was both excited and moved. He quickly scanned his face and logged into his account, muttering to himself.
As a member of [Fairyland], you only need to scan your face to pay, so I quickly bought two double box tickets.
It was as if if he hesitated even for a second, the prince would change his mind.
As soon as they took the two gleaming, luxurious one-way cabin tickets from the ticket machine, a uniformed passenger service attendant with a friendly smile came to greet them.
She bowed slightly, made a "please" gesture, and smiled as she led them to the private waiting area for the VIP boxes.
Despite their extraordinary status, when they arrived at the VIP waiting hall and saw the food, drinks, and even rest rooms...
Both of them felt a similar sense of unease, like country bumpkins visiting the city for the first time.
It seems that anything related to that mysterious "fairyland" is completely different from what they have ever seen before.
It felt like entering a completely new and wonderful world, full of novelty and surprises...