How can I justify myself as a Magnate if I don't indulge myself?

Chapter 164 - 107: Experiencing the Diversity of the Human World (8000 Words)_4

Gu Heng rubbed his eyes as he looked out the window...

At this moment, the high-speed train was still a certain distance from the station, and the scenery of Shanghai had come into Gu Heng’s view...

The location of Hongqiao Railway Station is in the suburbs of Shanghai, but even just a suburb was far more bustling than the center of his hometown Qing’an City...

The high-speed rail tracks were positioned quite high, offering Gu Heng a bird’s-eye view of the city, presenting him with an extremely unique charm. Skyscrapers in the distance outlined the skyline clearly visible, like a forest of steel towers piercing the clouds. At this moment, Shanghai was experiencing light rain, and the thin curtain of rain made the contours of the city clear and vivid.

This was Gu Heng’s second visit to the city of Shanghai...

But last time he had driven on the highway and was in a hurry, without the chance to fully experience the city’s flamboyance...Nôv(el)B\\jnn

This time was different...

This time he came with the mindset of a tourist, with a sense of detachment...

After a moment of reflection, Gu Heng declined the attendant’s service. He had just a small suitcase, nothing to organize, and instead stood up and stretched.

Under the curious gaze of the attendant, Gu Heng began a series of stretching exercises in the cabin...

Having caught up on an hour of sleep, he felt as if he had regained much of the energy he lost last night...

As the high-speed train jolted, Gu Heng almost lost his balance, but the attendant quickly came up to support him, "There may be some bumping when the train starts and stops, sir, please be careful."

After finishing, the attendant continued, "The train has arrived at Hongqiao Railway Station, and the shuttle is already waiting outside.

Also, due to the light rain today, the temperature in Shanghai is quite low, only 5 degrees outside, so please sir, be aware of the discomfort caused by the large difference in temperature inside and outside the carriage."

Thoughtful, damn thoughtful...

Despite the attendant’s thoughtful service, Gu Heng couldn’t help but ask, "What is a shuttle?"

Clearly not expecting this question, the attendant paused for a moment, but quickly recovered and explained softly, "The shuttle is similar to an airport ferry bus...

Its purpose is to take you to a special VIP exit so you don’t have to queue with the regular passengers."

With that explanation, Gu Heng understood...

Just then, a yellow taxi stopped in front of Gu Heng...

Seeing Gu Heng holding an umbrella in the rain, the driver lowered the car window halfway and called out with a heavy Shanghai accent, "Young man, need a ride?"

It had been a long time since Gu Heng had heard a taxi driver solicit customers in such a manner. He was initially startled, then quickly said, "Yes, please pop the trunk for me."

"Okay!"

The taxi driver was direct and simple. He got out of the cab, fiddled with the trunk for a bit, and with a loud bang, opened it...

Then, before Gu Heng could react, the driver grabbed the suitcase and tossed it into the trunk...

While doing so, he explained, "This car is pretty old! Nobody can open the trunk except me!"

That wasn’t the end of it, after closing the trunk, the driver also opened the rear passenger door, pulled Gu Heng, and stuffed him into the car while muttering, "Get in quick, get in quick, staying here too long will get me fined!"

This enthusiasm...

Gu Heng couldn’t remember the last time he had experienced something like this...

In his memory, it seemed that only the unregistered taxi drivers back in his hometown would do such a thing...

Could it be that he had encountered an illegal taxi?

"Where to, young man?"

Not long after getting into the car, the driver, while drying his wet head with a towel, asked Gu Heng.

"To the Oriental Pearl Tower."

"The Oriental Pearl Tower?"

The driver repeated the question and then asked, "You’re here for sightseeing in Shanghai, aren’t you?"

Gu Heng didn’t deny it and nodded his head.

"You pick a time for sightseeing and you don’t choose a good day. Who comes out to tour on a rainy day?"