Sanya, located at the southern tip of Hainan Island, also known as "Deer City," is often called the "Hawaii of the East." It ranks as the top among China's four major first-tier tourist cities, known as the "Sanwei Hangxia," and boasts the most beautiful coastal scenery in the entire island.
With beaches, the sea, and swimwear, this place is a true paradise for vacationers.
The sea breeze carries a faint hint of coconut, and here, you don't need to worry about toxic gases or PM2.5. You can spread your arms wide, embrace the blue sky, and breathe in the natural scents. This is one of the cities in China with the best air quality—hands down.
It's a spontaneous trip.
A floral shirt, sunglasses, and a suitcase packed with hardly anything.
A smile curved on Jiang Chen's lips as he squinted at the mesmerizing blue sky. He lingered by the airport entrance for a while before hailing a taxi. The driver, eager to help, quickly put Jiang Chen's suitcase in the trunk and respectfully opened the passenger door for him.
Why was the driver's service so attentive? Well, because Jiang Chen had booked the most luxurious beachfront villa at the Hilton Hotel!
Sure, the seven-day stay cost him 220,000 yuan—enough for a down payment on a house! In the past, this kind of luxury would have been unthinkable for him. But now? Now it was all about enjoying the journey.
Spend the money, then head back. Speaking of which, how's Sun Jiao doing?
Jiang Chen couldn't help but miss his fiery-hot "assistant." If she were here with him, this trip would definitely be more fun than enjoying it alone. And what about Yao Yao? Is she taking good care of herself?
Resting his arm on the window, Jiang Chen took in the local scenery. Unlike the hustle and bustle of the city, here everything exuded a relaxed, laid-back vibe.
Should he buy an island when he has enough money?
While admiring the view, Jiang Chen pondered his thoughts. The car soon arrived at its destination.
Hilton Hotel!
This castle, located in the southernmost part of Hainan Island at Yalong Bay, is a tropical paradise. The pristine silver sand stretches along the South China Sea, surrounded by palm trees, coconut trees, and everything one would expect at a beach—and even more.
As a world-renowned five-star hotel, the service here is impeccable. Even though Jiang Chen's suitcase wasn't heavy, the staff still kindly asked if he needed help with his luggage. After he declined with a smile, the staff led him to his villa.
"If you need anything, please use the call button on the terminal. We will attend to your request immediately. We hope you have a wonderful holiday, and that Hilton becomes a cherished memory of your trip," the attractive staff member said with a charming smile, handing Jiang Chen an iPad-like tablet. Then she exited the villa. Every function of the villa could be controlled through this terminal.
Throwing his suitcase aside, Jiang Chen took a deep breath.
"Ahh…"
He tossed aside his shirt and shorts, letting out a loud cheer as he jumped into the hot spring bath.
Splash!
Water splashed everywhere as Jiang Chen wiped his face and settled by the edge of the pool, enjoying this moment of pure relaxation.
How should he spend these seven days?
Jiang Chen hadn't planned anything. To him, vacation was about enjoyment, not ticking off a to-do list. After all, he had both time and money now. As for regrets? If there were any, he could always come back for another round. He wasn't short on cash!
Without sunscreen, even Jiang Chen's robust body couldn't handle the sun for long. Rising from the hot spring, he shook the water off and grabbed a towel to dry himself.
Dressed in casual wear, Jiang Chen stepped onto the balcony at the back of the villa, where he could see the entire Hilton hotel's beach. The villa sat right on the sand—this was the perfect viewing spot.
The beach was full of stunning figures. As for the men, Jiang Chen's eyes automatically filtered them out—he wasn't interested in bronzed muscle-bound guys.
There were Southeast Asian beauties, blonde-haired, blue-eyed foreign tourists, and even exotic Middle Eastern women. Some were lazily sunbathing, others were playing in the water with their partners, some were surfing, while others were playing beach volleyball. The atmosphere was lively and energetic.
But after a while, too many beautiful women could lead to aesthetic fatigue. Watching others play wasn't all that fun. Jiang Chen took a sip of his wine, holding the glass like he would a beer, and savored the aristocratic taste.
Tsk, sour and weak.
If the Hilton manager ever heard Jiang Chen's "wine tasting," he might just kick him out of the hotel...
After spending so much time in the city with its crowds and noise, Jiang Chen just wanted some peace and quiet. This time, he applied sunscreen, though it felt a bit awkward to do it alone. But once it was done, lying on the sunbed to bask in the sun was incredibly soothing. It felt as though every pore was expanding, slowly sweating, and with the breeze from the sea, all the fatigue seemed to melt away.
Far from the hustle and bustle, he simply lay there on the sunbed, enjoying the warm sunlight of the South and the gentle sea breeze. Occasionally, he could hear the sound of waves crashing or the joyful laughter of women playing beach volleyball. The soft sounds lightly stirred his senses, calming the tension in his mind. It was a feeling so comfortable, it made him want to fall asleep.
He'd heard that sunbathing could activate male hormones? Never mind, that didn't matter. Jiang Chen closed his eyes, a contented smile creeping across his face, and fell into a peaceful nap.
No wonder the rich in movies always flock to beaches and the sea. Why hadn't he noticed how enjoyable this was before?
This is how Jiang Chen spent a blissful, relaxed afternoon. As the sun began to set, he slowly left the balcony after taking in the stunning sunset over the beach.
Before he knew it, it was time for dinner. With his extraordinary physical sensitivity to hunger, Jiang Chen was more aware of it than most people.
Although dinner could be served to the villa, Jiang Chen didn't want to miss the chance to experience the world outside. After all, how could he stay cooped up in the villa on a trip to a five-star hotel? Ordering takeout while traveling? That's not how you do it.
Pulling out his tablet, Jiang Chen casually browsed through the hotel's facilities guide. It not only had detailed maps, but also listed the specialties and reviews of various restaurants.
As he was reading about the food options, the tablet suddenly vibrated, notifying him that he had mail at the door.
Mail?
Jiang Chen froze for a moment, then stepped outside to open a mailbox-like box.
Inside was an invitation.
"Prince Nayef of Saudi Arabia… for his beloved Queen's birthday banquet? What's this about?"
Tonight, Hilton's most luxurious restaurant was hosting a banquet, inviting the hotel's distinguished guests. It was rumored to be a birthday party thrown by a Saudi prince for his beloved consort, and anyone with a certain status was welcome to attend. Naturally, Jiang Chen, staying in the most luxurious room, received an invitation as well.
"Heh, since I've got the invite, I might as well go and see what the fuss is about."
With that thought, Jiang Chen grinned with interest, tucking the invitation into his pocket.
Of course, by "seeing the world," he really meant "seeing what kind of good food they have..."