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After dinner, the three worked together, as if they were playing a silent tacit competition, to clean the kitchen. Every dish shone with a crystal luster, and every inch of the countertop was wiped spotless. After completing the task, they sat contentedly and leisurely on the sofa in the living room, enjoying the relaxation and comfort after the work. At this time, the sunset outside the window was slowly sinking to the west, like an old painter spreading the last golden color in the sky. The afterglow shone into the house through the window, covering the whole room with a layer of dreamy light, making the originally warm little house even more brilliant and glorious, as if even the air was filled with the taste of happiness.

At this warm and peaceful moment, Xu Damao's inspiration was like a spark ignited by the setting sun, and he suddenly suggested: "Brothers, today's meal is really hearty. Every dish is like a testimony of our friendship, which makes people have endless aftertaste! How about we go out for a walk to help digest the food? I heard that the theater is performing Peking Opera and Ping Opera recently. They are the treasures of our country. Although we are all rough guys and don't have much contact with those operas on weekdays, it is also a good choice to appreciate the charm of traditional culture occasionally. What do you think?"

Zhang Yong and Yan Jiecheng were immediately filled with interest when they heard this, and they nodded in agreement. Yan Jiecheng smiled and agreed, "Hey, this is a great idea! We are usually busy like spinning tops, so how can we have time to hang out? Today we finally get together and enjoy such a delicious meal. It's just right to go out for a walk. We can also go to the theater to listen to a play, feel the charm of the singing, look at the gorgeous costumes, and maybe learn a few tricks. When we get together again in the future, we can also show off our skills and perform an impromptu performance to make everyone laugh. How interesting that would be!"

As he spoke, his face showed anticipation and yearning for the unknown experience. So, the three of them quickly got up, as if attracted by the upcoming adventure, put on clean clothes, and carefully checked themselves in the mirror to make sure they were in the best condition to go out. Then, they locked the door, as if saying goodbye to a warm little world, and set off on the road to the theater together, their hearts full of longing for the unknown journey.

As night falls and the lights come on, the city's night begins to show its unique charm. The three of them came to the bus stop, where some citizens waiting to get on the bus had gathered on the platform, and each of them had a different story on their face. After a while, a bus slowly drove into the platform, and after the door opened with a "clang", the three of them boarded the bus one by one, their movements skillful and natural. There were not many people in the car, and they found a seat by the window to sit down, where they could enjoy the ever-changing night view outside the window and the comfort brought by the cool breeze in the car. Xu Damao took out a few coins from his pocket and gently put them into the coin box, which made a few crisp "ding-dong" sounds, as if playing a cheerful prelude to this trip.

As the bus slowly moved forward, the three began to chat, sharing their recent interesting stories and experiences, and occasionally burst into laughter because of a joke, attracting friendly glances from the surrounding passengers. The night view outside the window was like a flowing scroll, constantly unfolding in front of them, and the interior of the bus was full of warmth and joy, as if this small space was a safe haven for their friendship. No matter how noisy the outside world was, it was always full of warmth and understanding.

The bus started slowly and drove smoothly on the road. As the vehicle moved forward, the scenery outside the window kept changing. On both sides of the street, colorful neon lights began to light up gradually, covering the city with a layer of charming night. Pedestrians walked hurriedly, some with children, some holding hands, and everyone's face was filled with different expressions, forming a vivid picture of the city.

The radio in the car was like a careful guide, occasionally transmitting information about the next stop. The voice was gentle and clear, interspersed with the laughter of the three people, adding a bit of life to this journey. The three people chatted enthusiastically, sharing the interesting things that happened to them recently and what they saw and heard, from small episodes at work to anecdotes in life, all of which became their topics. Sometimes, a clever joke or a humorous paragraph can trigger a burst of laughter. The laughter is crisp and pleasant, like a breeze in summer, attracting friendly glances from the surrounding passengers, and some even joined in their laughter, making the whole car filled with a warm and joyful atmosphere.

The car continued to move forward, and the scenery outside the window was like a flowing scroll, constantly changing in front of their eyes. They saw the bustling commercial street, with flashing neon lights and surging crowds, showing the prosperity and bustle of the city; they passed the lively night market, where the snack stalls were crowded with people and the aroma was mouth-watering; they passed through the quiet residential area, where the buildings were quiet and peaceful in the night, revealing a hint of home warmth. Every new place would bring them different feelings, making their chats more colorful and making them cherish this rare time together more.

Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye, the bus slowly stopped at the stop near the theater. The three of them got off the bus and followed the signs on the roadside, walking along the brightly lit street, and successfully found the theater's gate. As soon as they arrived at the door, they saw a huge poster with the play tonight printed on it. The bright colors and exquisite patterns attracted many passers-by to stop and watch. They were also deeply attracted by the poster and were full of anticipation for the upcoming performance.

They hurried to the ticket office to buy three tickets, then entered the theater and found their seats. Inside the theater, the lights gradually dimmed, the curtain slowly rose, and one after another wonderful Peking opera and Ping opera performances took turns to appear. Although the three of them were not very familiar with these traditional operas, the actors' superb acting skills, gorgeous costumes, and melodious singing voices deeply attracted their eyes and ears. Every movement and every line revealed the charm of art, allowing them to feel the profoundness of traditional culture. They couldn't help but sigh: So this is the charm of traditional culture! It's really an eye-opener!

During the performance, they exchanged their feelings with each other from time to time, sharing the joy and shock brought by this rare cultural feast. At this moment, they seemed to be in another world, completely immersed in the world of opera, forgetting the disturbance and noise of the outside world.

After the performance, the three of them walked out of the theater with great satisfaction. The night sky was dotted with stars and the breeze was refreshing. They smiled at each other, their hearts full of satisfaction with this gathering and beautiful expectations for future life. This simple trip not only allowed them to appreciate the charm of traditional culture, but also further sublimated their friendship. They believed that in the days to come, no matter what difficulties and challenges they encountered, as long as they could work together and support each other like today, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and create a better future together.

Back home, Xu Damao lay gently on the bed, his body completely relaxed, but his mind was like a movie, constantly replaying the warm and vivid scenes of today. He slowly closed his eyes, as if he could smell the aroma of food in the kitchen again, the smell of home, the smell of friendship, which warmed his heart. The crisp sound of dishes colliding seemed to echo in his ears, which was an orderly and harmonious melody, the most true portrayal of life. There was also the gentle light of the setting sun outside the window that poured into the house, and the golden light filled the entire room. Everything seemed so beautiful, so peaceful, and so intoxicating.

He recalled the scene of the three of them chatting and laughing on the bus. Those lighthearted conversations were like the spring breeze, gently blowing through his heart and bringing a warm current. He felt not only the warmth of friendship, but also a love for life, curiosity and yearning for the unknown world. At that moment, he seemed to have returned to his youth, his heart full of visions and dreams for the future, as if the whole world was waiting for him to explore and conquer.

The scenes in the theater were even more vivid, as if they were right in front of him. The gorgeous stage, like a dream world, attracted his attention; the exquisite costumes, colorful, like works of art, made him marvel; the melodious music, like the sound of nature, intoxicated him; the actors' superb acting skills shocked him deeply, as if he saw living souls jumping and dancing on the stage. He never thought that he would be attracted by these traditional operas and immersed in the ancient and mysterious world of art. At that moment, he seemed to have traveled through time and space, had a spiritual dialogue with the ancients, and felt the unique charm and infinite power of traditional culture.

Recalling the scene of sitting side by side with Zhang Yong and Yan Jiecheng in the theater, Xu Damao's heart was filled with gratitude and happiness. He was grateful for having such friends who were willing to accompany him to explore the unknown world and experience the beauty and colorfulness of life together. He knew that this friendship was the most precious wealth in his life. No matter what difficulties and challenges they encountered in the future, they would work together and support each other like today to face the ups and downs of life together.

As the night deepened, the stars outside the window began to twinkle, as if telling beautiful stories. Xu Damao's thoughts gradually calmed down. He took a deep breath and felt the warmth and tranquility of home. He knew that no matter how noisy and complicated the outside world was, this would always be his warmest harbor and the home of his soul. He looked forward to the next gathering with his friends, looking forward to exploring the unknown world together again and feeling the beauty and colorfulness of life.

That night, Xu Damao had a sweet dream. He dreamed that he and his friends were galloping and flying in a wider world, creating more beautiful memories and experiences together. He knew that this dream would come true, because their friendship and faith were like a solid foundation, enough to support them through every spring, summer, autumn and winter, and to meet every new challenge and opportunity. In the days to come, they will continue to move forward hand in hand and write their own wonderful chapters together.