The air leaking doors and windows were still leaking, and Dong Qiangqiang was too lazy to use a bath towel to block it. He originally wanted to change to Lei Lanting's bed, but after thinking for a few seconds, he finally climbed back into his own bed.
Lying on the bed, Dong Qiangqiang tossed and turned and couldn't sleep. His mind was full of Lei Lanting's crying face when he spoke. He didn't know what kind of result was waiting for Lei Lanting. When he finally fell asleep again, it was already 5:30 in the morning.
According to the itinerary, the tour group departed from the hotel at 7:30. At 6:30, Lao Bai asked Dong Qiangqiang to go downstairs to have breakfast. Dong Qiangqiang was really sleepy, but the breakfast supply was late, so he could only force himself to get up and wash his face with cold water for a long time before he finally woke up.
Since everyone had almost bought everything they needed to buy yesterday, the theme of the day was for Lao Bai to take everyone to check in at the internet celebrity attractions in Milan.
When the train started, no one saw Lei Lanting, and there was a lot of chatter. Tong Lele was also particularly curious, but Dong Qiangqiang and Lao Bai kept silent about Lei Lanting's sudden departure, saying only that the university had summoned him back because of something unexpected. Tong Lele observed the words and colors and knew that there must be something strange in it, but he was sensible and didn't ask any more questions. Some busybodies in the tour group teased Lei Lanting about his performance last night. Dong Qiangqiang was both driver and tour guide. He ignored the chatter of others and carefully drove behind Lao Bai's car, shuttling through the wide streets and narrow alleys of the city.
As an important cultural city with a long history, Milan has countless world-famous art and architectural masterpieces. Among them, the most famous and brightest one, in addition to the Milan Cathedral, is the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Maria del Grazzi Convent.
The monastery itself is antique and does not have many allusions. What attracts people to visit here and never leave is a mural on one wall of the courtyard, known as "the crown jewel of human art" and painted in the 15th century. It is the famous mural by Da Fincher's "The Last Supper."
Fortunately, the monastery is not closed for maintenance at this time. After queuing for half an hour, everyone was lucky enough to witness this masterpiece.
Dong Qiangqiang knew nothing about art and was a complete layman. He didn't have much impression after seeing the famous paintings. On the contrary, Lao Bai and Tong Lele were filled with emotion after seeing the murals.
Due to the age, the original paintings in the murals have long since disappeared. With the help of modern technology, later generations have successfully completed several restorations, making this masterpiece come to life again.
Since it was forbidden to take pictures of the murals, everyone could only restrain their interest in taking pictures and just admired the murals for more than ten minutes. But except for Tong Lele and Lao Bai, no one was interested or amazed by this mural.
After leaving the monastery, Lao Bai led everyone to continue to Sforzesco Castle, and then along Dante Street to Piazza Mercanti, which was once the location of the most prosperous medieval market. Everyone followed his footsteps with great interest and visited the La Scala Opera House, Palazzo Marino, Art Museum and other city landmarks, and finally returned to the Galleria Emanuele II next to the Milan Cathedral.
Lao Bai is like a walking map. Visiting Milan is like walking in your own back garden, and he is familiar with all the landmarks. Moreover, when he led everyone to measure the city of Milan with their feet, although he had inconvenient legs and feet, his pace was not slow. After walking in a long circle, everyone was so tired that they complained incessantly. They all admired Lao Bai and expressed their admiration for Lao Bai. He became much more polite and no longer picky as he was at the beginning, so when Lao Bai recommended an internet celebrity Italian restaurant at noon, almost no one objected.
While everyone was preparing to feast, he pulled Dong Qiangqiang aside and whispered, "You and Lele keep an eye on this place. I'll go out and come back."
"They order either hot meals or cold meals, and they can't make sure they finish them all and then pick and choose." Dong Qiangqiang asked puzzledly, "Why not find them a Chinese restaurant?"
"When I first started working as a tour guide, I often couldn't find a restaurant when it was time to eat. It would be nice if they had some food." Lao Bai said with a smile, "And if they have a picky character, which restaurant would you recommend? It’s all wrong.”
"That's true." Dong Qiangqiang agreed, "Hey, then why are you going?"
"Remember, if someone criticizes you, just listen. Don't reply. If you have anything to do, wait until I come back." After Lao Bai explained, he left the restaurant.
Lei Lanting had already escaped, and Lao Bai left without explaining the reason. Dong Qiangqiang had a vague premonition of something ominous.
But only half an hour later, while everyone was still debating heatedly about the dishes, Lao Bai entered the restaurant carrying a cloth bag.
He asked Dong Qiangqiang to call Lao Zheng to the corner and hand him the bag: "Open it and take a look. Is this yours?"
Lao Zheng suspiciously took out a bag from his pocket and saw that it was the one he had lost last night. He couldn't help but be overjoyed and said hurriedly: "That's right, that's right, this is it. Oh, you... how did you find it back?" Yes? Did the police catch the thief?"
Just as he was about to unzip the bag and check the contents, he suddenly realized that Lao Zheng and Dong Qiangqiang were standing next to him. He couldn't help but blush, and the hand that was pulling the zipper unconsciously stopped.
Lao Bai saw what he was thinking and looked at him with a half-smile: "Master Zheng, remember never to put anything you buy in the car again. Italian thieves like whatever you like."
Lao Zheng's face was as red as a ripe tomato. He bowed his head and thanked her, then returned to the dining table with his bag in hand.
Seeing that the bag was lost and recovered, Dong Qiangqiang was no less surprised than Lao Zheng: "How did you find this bag?"
"Last night I gave 30 euros to the bodyguard of the brothel and asked him to help find his bag. I also told him that I have a large group coming to Milan next week. If the security around his house is still so bad, I will definitely not He would understand if he would bring customers back for consumption." Lao Bai said in a calm tone, "But when I was looking at the mural just now, he called me and said that the bag had been found."
"How do you know the bodyguard knows those two liars?" Dong Qiang asked curiously.
"Generally, security guards are familiar with the situation near their workplace. Of course, we were lucky this time, but it will be hard to say next time." Lao Bai was also very straightforward.
Dong Qiangqiang couldn't help but secretly admire him when he heard this. At that time, he could only think of chasing the other party, but after losing the chase, all he could think of was calling the police, but Lao Bai could think of more possible solutions. This is what he should do with Lao Bai. A place where Bai learns.
"But 30 euros is almost 70% of the tour guide's daily salary. Since it was your money, why didn't you mention it to Lao Zheng just now? If you tell me now, he will definitely not give you a penny, then your money will be gone. Is it a waste of time?" Dong Qiangqiang was still confused.
"You also saw the spending power of those people during the day. With their buying methods, our commission will not be small. If you can exchange for something for 30 euros, and such an item may bring unlimited commissions, then The 30 Euro sunk cost is very cost-effective." Lao Bai said lightly, "It's nothing to think about."
"What to change?" Dong Qiangqiang was confused.
"Trust." Lao Bai said sternly, "The most important thing in our business is to gain the trust of customers. Only by gaining more trust can you make customers accept your recommendations calmly, whether you recommend a store or a product. , only then will she have the opportunity to continue choosing you as her tour guide the next time she goes abroad, and only then will what was originally just a one-time deal turn into a long-term sustainable business. This is the same as the 5 euro rope money yesterday. If For 5 euros or 30 euros, I have the opportunity to get a long-term customer. Why not? Besides, with this matter, I can make him buy more things in the next few days. And how many people in this group will Because it’s not yet known whether this will become my long-term customer, it won’t be a loss-making deal by any calculation.”
Dong Qiangqiang was still thinking about Lao Bai's logic when he heard someone at the dining table not far away boasting loudly: "Director Bai is great, I'll toast you a toast on Lao Zheng's behalf!"
"I don't drink while driving." Lao Bai replied with a smile, "I drink tea instead of wine."
"I'm not full from the Western food at noon today!" someone protested.
"Then I'll have enough room for a buffet dinner in the evening."
"Where should we go next? Is it time to go?" Someone shouted again.
"immediately."
"Is there a better-looking bag at the next place than the one I have?" the girl who didn't want to leave a tip asked yesterday.
"Everything is available," Lao Bai joked, "Just prepare the money."
"I have plenty of money, hurry up and go..." the other party urged excitedly, "I'll tip you more if you buy what you like."
Dong Qiangqiang was surprised to find that the unpleasantness caused by the tip last night seemed to have disappeared unknowingly.
Lao Bai looked at Dong Qiangqiang with a smile: "Let's go, it's getting late..."
"Oh, where are we going?"
"Verona and Venice."
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