When Professor Mainshtan first stepped onto Chinese soil, he adopted the posture of a seasoned traveler, trying hard to pose as a regular familiar with the place. His eyes twinkled with curiosity and anticipation, as if with every breath he was attempting to imbibe the novel essence of the land.
Upon arriving at the doctor's office, Professor Mainshtan stood before Professor Yang Ping without knowing who he was since he had never met Yang Ping before. It wasn't until Song Zimo introduced them that he went up to give Yang Ping a big hug.
"I've missed you so much!"
Professor Mainshtan hugged Yang Ping tightly, with his somewhat exaggerated tone of voice.
Despite having established a deep friendship through frequent WeChat and email exchanges, this face-to-face meeting was still their first.
