My American magical life
Chapter 360 - 360 26 Ai Guobei He's Courting Death!

360: Chapter 26 Ai Guobei: He’s Courting Death!

360: Chapter 26 Ai Guobei: He’s Courting Death!

Gulangyu got its name from a unique geological phenomenon.

It is a small island by itself, but there is a sea-eroded cave on its southwest side that, when struck by the waves, sounds like beating drums, hence it was named ‘Gulangyu.’

Its uniqueness lies in the fact that, during a certain historical period, it was occupied by foreign invaders for a long time, becoming a maritime fortress controlled by many imperialist countries at the commercial port of Egret Island.

In that period, foreigners built fortresses, consulates, telegraph offices, and more on the island, making this small island on the Eastern Seashore one of China’s first modernized towns with running water and electricity.

Because of its special geographical location, it later became the center of national independence and revolutionary struggles in the vast land of Fujian.

But what’s most lamentable is an event from several hundred years ago, at a time of national crisis and impending doom, when Zheng Chenggong set up camp here to reorganize his troops with the intention of a northern expedition to revive the nation.

The history of Gulangyu can be said to be the history of Hua Country’s struggle against foreign invasions over the past few hundred years; its uniqueness is irreplaceable.

“Chan, some of the architecture here actually has Islamic style, but some are Baroque, and there are Hua Country’s flying eaves, a semicircular golden dome next to the church, this place is too cool.”

The blonde foreign girl was very excited.

She had only glanced at Gulangyu from the airplane the day before, and was full of anticipation, but today, walking among these historical buildings, she truly felt the profound historical heritage of China.

“Of course, America was only founded how many years ago, huh, the most historical flavor is still boots made from tribal chiefs’ scalps.”

Cheng Daqi’s banter was too sharp, but Lisa didn’t mind; she loved the America in propaganda, not the America in reality.

“America is too boring, lacking history, lacking indigenous culture—those people don’t consider Indians to be human, even if they say nice things on the surface.”

Lisa, the vice general manager’s sharp critique, attracted the attention of international friends; visitors to Egret Island were very diverse.

“Hello, ha, I just heard you talking bad about America, you’re awesome!”

The speaker was an obvious Muslim, perhaps a visitor from Pakistan.

The Pakistani guy even high-fived Lisa.

The blonde foreign girl found it somewhat unbelievable, it was just too marvelous.

“What are you stunned for, he’s not Indian, don’t worry.”

Cheng Daqi teased with a smile.

“It’s not about worrying, I just find it marvelous, I, an American, am being praised by others for criticizing America, it’s just so marvelous.

By the way, you said he was Indian, what do you mean by that?”

Cheng Daqi replied with a strange look on his face.

“That country, India, is quite special; due to certain customs, they tend to use their hands to deal with hygiene issues.”

Lisa didn’t quite understand and confirmed repeatedly.

“Can you be clearer?

I have great respect for multiculturalism, you don’t have to hold back.”

Cheng Daqi thought Lisa’s curiosity was a bit excessive and decided to give her a multicultural shock courtesy of our Indian friend!

“Basically, in India, there are hundreds of millions of people who use their left hand to wipe their bottoms every day.”

“But we also use our hands, right?” the blonde foreign girl was perplexed.

“They don’t use paper.”

CEO Cheng indicated, Lisa, you’re still too naive.

Cheng Daqi’s words were not hard to understand, and the blonde foreign girl’s expression gradually changed from confusion to shock, to disbelief, and then to an indescribable weirdness.

“Lisa, do you still respect multiculturalism?” CEO Cheng asked with a mischievous smile.

“Fak!” Lisa indicated she wanted to perform some actions that go beyond ordinary human relations towards multiculturalism—she was simply overwhelmed.

“Lisa, since you’re here, I want to give you a gift.”

Cheng Daqi noticed a violin shop and had an idea.

Gulangyu is also known as Qin Island, where the per capita ownership of pianos and violins is the highest in the country.

“Firstly, I can’t play the violin, and secondly, it is neither a holiday nor my birthday now, there’s no need for you to give me a gift.”

The blonde foreign girl thought Cheng Daqi was strange.

“In America, you and Mi’er are the two people who have helped me the most.

I’ve given Mi’er a lot in return, but it seems I owe you quite a bit.

Lisa, this is unfair to you.

So, can you let me give you a gift to alleviate my feelings of guilt?”

Cheng Daqi’s crooked logic was just nonstop, causing Lisa to roll her eyes.

“Chan, I think you’re taking yourself too seriously.

I didn’t help you with anything; I just did what I wanted to do.

Of course, if you genuinely feel guilty inside, um, then I can agree, but you can just give me a bunch of flowers, no need for a violin.”

The blonde foreign girl didn’t want a violin; she had no interest in learning.

“No worries, it’s OK to buy it and use it as a decorative piece at home.”

The interaction between CEO Cheng and Lisa was so eye-catching that even the photographer was staring.

One a super handsome guy, the other a super beautiful girl, both could easily work as top models just on their own.

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It wasn’t only the photographer whose eyes were glued; among the new girls signed with Shanhaiguan Media, those with lively minds hoped to directly attach themselves to Cheng Daqi and shoot to success in one go.

Regrettably, watching Lisa’s every smile and frown in the presence of Cheng Daqi, they only felt ashamed of themselves.

Who would understand, the blonde foreign girl even looked gorgeous when she was angry.

“Okay, CEO Cheng is calling us over, let’s pause the shooting and everyone come with me.”

‘Old Mom’ Xiao Cao came online, bringing the ten golden flowers to CEO Cheng and Lisa.

The most common trees on Gulangyu are banyan trees, many of them being ancient trees several hundred years old.