He really is too short on money...!!!
Chen Jianhai screamed internally.
A model youth of the new era, without even a partner, working tirelessly every day to support a whole family.
He was so poor that he couldn't afford to buy a car, let alone spend 1000 yuan for a minute of fun.
Sure, he'd enjoy the ride, flying around happily,
but the money spent could pay Bai Cheng's salary for a month.
However, this bitterness couldn't be shown to outsiders. He still had to keep up appearances.
"Brother Xiong, I think you have a point," Chen Jianhai said seriously.
"Right..." Xiong Anping fiddled with the instrument panel, glancing sideways at Chen Jianhai.
After saying this, Xiong Anping sighed and said:
"There are really a lot of rich people in this society..."
After ensuring the seatbelt was properly fastened,
Xiong Anping professionally reminded, "Hold onto your phone, keep it in your hand."
"Mm!" Chen Jianhai responded, glancing at the sea.
If his phone fell into the sea, it would be impossible to retrieve it.
The seaplane's engine roared to life.
Xiong Anping bowed his head, quickly manipulating the buttons on the instrument panel.
Chen Jianhai suddenly had a thought: "It would be amazing if Xiong Anping took out a tractor crank handle at this moment."
The roaring sound rattled his eardrums,
initially, the streamlined body moved slowly like a boat on the sea, then it picked up speed and gradually lifted off the surface.
The pure white fuselage, adorned with dazzling yellow stripes, leaped into the air against the backdrop of the blue sea and sky, drawing a beautiful curve.
Xiong Anping skillfully and smoothly operated the instrument panel, looking completely at ease.
Meanwhile, Chen Jianhai clutched his seatbelt tightly, holding his phone with a white-knuckled grip, too scared to even breathe.
Experiencing both seasickness and airsickness at the same time was quite a sensation!
Although it was just an ordinary seaplane, Chen Jianhai felt both the rocking of a boat and the dizziness of flight.
After a few minutes,
the seaplane gradually stabilized.
Chen Jianhai looked down.
The vast blue sky was clear, with an endless expanse of seawater beneath, and white waves rolling continuously towards the distance.
In the center of the blue, a vest-shaped green island stood quietly.
Xiao Majia Island!!
Chen Jianhai took out his phone and snapped a photo.
He had only seen the topographic map of Xiao Majia Island in the map Su Jie had given him.
Now, seeing it in person, the island indeed looked just like a vest.
The green coconut trees and plants on the island blended perfectly with the brightly colored bougainvillea, making the entire island beautiful and vibrant.
"Could it be that Big Caigui Island looks like a big turtle?"
Suddenly, this thought popped into Chen Jianhai's mind.
He wondered if they could navigate in the air; if so, he would really like Xiong Anping to follow the navigation route and take him around Big Caigui Island.
"This sea is really beautiful!"
Xiong Anping's voice came through the intercom.
"What is that place?"
As he spoke, Xiong Anping pointed in a direction on the island and asked.
Following Xiong Anping's direction, Chen Jianhai saw a shimmering area on the green island's mountain range reflecting golden light,
at first glance, it looked like a sparkling golden gem embedded in a green olive,
radiant and dazzling against the blue sky and white clouds.
Could it be the Golden Jellyfish Lake??
Curious, Chen Jianhai signaled Xiong Anping to fly over there.
Xiong Anping made an "OK" gesture, and the plane turned straight toward the shimmering golden spot.
As they approached,
they saw countless golden creatures swimming in the green circular lake within the mountain range.
One after another, forming a dense, shimmering golden expanse.
"What is that?!" Xiong Anping, as if discovering a new continent, lowered the plane to get a closer look.
This move startled Chen Jianhai.
"Brother Xiong, don't lower the plane any further. The lake is full of jellyfish, and the strong wind from our plane might harm them!"
Jellyfish?
Xiong Anping looked surprised.
He glanced down, and sure enough, the jellyfish on the lake's surface couldn't withstand the strong wind from the plane and started sinking to the bottom.
Xiong Anping quickly raised the plane's altitude, and after observing for a while, the jellyfish slowly resurfaced.
Chen Jianhai's face turned pale with fear.
Ever since he discovered the Golden Jellyfish Lake, a devil had been whispering in his ear:
"Once, someone held a jellyfish in their hands, and ended up with their head in their hands."
This image had haunted his mind countless times, even causing him several nightmares.
Even now, Chen Jianhai wondered if the wind from the seaplane could shred the jellyfish in the lake.
After all, he had just received the city's approval for open operations,
if the seaplane caused a reduction or death of jellyfish, he would have nowhere to cry.
"Why haven't I been to this lake? Is it undiscovered or not open to the public?" Xiong Anping asked curiously.
"Can I bring my son here?"
"You can! But it will take a few more days," Chen Jianhai explained with a smile: "This is the Golden Jellyfish Lake on the island."
"It was hidden in the mountains until recently when it was discovered and turned into a tourist spot. It will be open to the public in a few days."
"That's great!" Xiong Anping said happily:
"My son loves jellyfish toys. When this place opens, I have to bring him here for a good time!"
...
After about 40 minutes of flying, the plane slowly descended towards the sea.
Having experienced dual motion sickness again, Chen Jianhai sat in the co-pilot seat, letting out a long sigh:
"Wow, this trip cost tens of thousands."
Xiong Anping laughed at Chen Jianhai's expression.
He saw that Chen Jianhai was young and seemed like someone who hadn't been beaten by society.
He figured his words might have affected Chen Jianhai's mindset,
so he patted Chen Jianhai's shoulder and comforted him:
"Hah! Why worry so much!"
"We're ordinary people, not many can be as rich as the hotel owner!"
"Just live our own little lives~~"
Chen Jianhai looked at him with some emotion, not expecting this guy to be not only skilled at flying but also quite nice.
"Brother Xiong, I've heard that pilots earn a lot. Can I ask how much you make?"
Xiong Anping looked at Chen Jianhai, hesitating for a moment, then shyly said:
"Well, it's about what you just mentioned..."
I updated so early today, isn't it worth a monthly ticket!!
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