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At Bus Stop 15, every morning at 7:45, an art teacher waits for her bus with perfect timing. Every morning, a web designer runs late, rushing past her. What begins as a daily collision of different routines slowly transforms into something neither of them expected. Sometimes the best stories start in the most ordinary places, at the most ordinary times.

Meeting You at Bus Stop 15

A Day in the Life of a Middle School Student

A traveler fulfills a long-held dream of visiting Guilin, China. Known for its breathtaking karst landscapes and rich culture, Guilin promises a day of unforgettable experiences and poetic beauty.

Diary: A Journey Through the Landscapes of Guilin

Xiaolin stood before a gleaming glass tower in the heart of a bustling metropolis, her heart a mix of nervousness and anticipation. This building was the fabled "Memory Bank," an institution capable of storing, erasing, and even trading human memories. Taking a deep breath, Xiaolin summoned her courage and stepped inside. 

Memory Bank

Xiao Ai woke up in a small chamber, disoriented and confused. The last thing she remembered was embarking on a mission to Mars, but something felt off. As she regained her senses, she heard a familiar voice - Xiao Xing, the ship's AI system. Little did she know, her awakening would lead to discoveries that would change everything.

The Last Signal

Lili and Chenchen, a curious pair of siblings, embark on a thrilling adventure when they notice something peculiar happening at their neighbor Grandpa Wang's house. As they investigate the mysterious situation, they encounter an unexpected surprise that leads to a heartwarming and humorous resolution. 

The Unexpected Intruder

Marcus, a young boy with a passion for programming, lives in a world where humans and robots coexist peacefully. His best friend, Alpha, is a robot, and together they dream of using Marcus's skills to create a better future. However, their world is thrown into chaos when a malicious scientist creates a virus that infects robots, stripping away their autonomy. With the help of mysterious protectors, Marcus must use his ingenuity to develop an antidote and embark on a dangerous mission to save the robot population, including his friend Alpha. 

The Guardians of the Human-Robot Alliance

Haohao's Cool Summer Job

On weekends, Lele and Xiaoyue made an appointment to go to the library together.
Lele: Xiaoyue, do you like reading?
Satsuki: I like it! I like many different types of novels.
Lele: Me too! So do you prefer reading paper books or e-books?
Xiaoyue: I prefer paper books because the feeling of turning the pages makes me feel more textured. And reading paper books can keep me away from electronic devices and help protect eye health.
Lele: Yes, yes, but I still prefer e-books. Because you can carry it with you and you can adjust the font size and brightness, it’s very convenient!
Xiaoyue: E-books are indeed very convenient, but I think every paper book has a unique appearance and a sense of design, which makes reading more interesting.
Lele: That’s true. But it will be very troublesome. Each book takes up a lot of space and weight, but e-books can store many books without taking up any space!
Satsuki: Haha of course. But I don’t think I can read many books at once. I just choose one I want to read each time.
Lele: Indeed. Of course, whether it is a paper book or an e-book, the most important thing is to enjoy the fun and knowledge that reading brings!
Xiaoyue: Yes, there are different ways of reading, but they can all benefit us a lot.

Paper Books or E-books: A Library Encounter

Haohao and Kexin are college classmates and very good friends. It was a rare day for them to have class together, and they chatted after class.
Haohao: Kexin, how are you doing lately?
Kexin: Not bad! I’ve recently started going to the gym. Are you interested in joining me?
Haohao: Really? I’ve also always wanted to start exercising!
Kexin: Then let’s go together! What exercise would you like to try?
Haohao: I would like to start with aerobic exercise, such as running or swimming.
Kexin: What a great idea! How about we run first and then do some strength training?
Haohao: Okay! When do you think is the best time to go?
Kexin: Do you have time this weekend?
Haohao: No problem! Or go there on Saturday morning!
Kexin: Okay, let’s see you on Saturday!

Let's Go to the Gym

Haohao and Acong were freshmen and were assigned to the same dormitory. That day the two started talking about video games. |
Haohao: Ah Cong, what is your favorite game? |
A Cong: Ah! My favorite game to play is "Genshin Impact", what about you? |
Haohao: I also like "Genshin Impact"! I think the world of this game is huge and the character designs are interesting. |
A Cong: Yes! I especially enjoy exploring the world of Genshin Impact, discovering new places and quests every time. |
Haohao: Do ​​you also play other games? |
A Cong: I also play "League of Legends"! Teamwork is important in this game and every game is exciting. |
Haohao: I’ve also played League of Legends, but I’m not very good at it. Do you have any tips? |
A Cong: I think it’s important to practice more and cooperate with the team. If you want to play together, we can form a team! |
Haohao: What a great idea! Let’s play together next time!

Genshin Impact and League of Legends: A Bond over Video Games

Xiaoyue and Lele are classmates and good friends. They live next door, so they often go home together after school. On the way home that day, they talked about their favorite TV series.
Xiaoyue: Lele, what type of TV series do you like to watch?
Lele: I like watching suspense and science fiction dramas, especially those that are a bit scary.
Satsuki: Really? I prefer comedies and romance movies to relax me.
Lele: Suspense and science fiction are the most exciting, don’t you think?
Xiaoyue: Everyone likes something different. Watching TV is also about relaxing.
Lele: Yes, everyone has their own preferences, haha. However, I sometimes watch some action movies, which feel very exciting!
Satsuki: Action movies are also good, especially those with exciting fighting scenes. However, I prefer the kind of warm and touching feature films.
Lele: Yes, sometimes reading heartwarming stories can make people feel very happy.

What are Your Favorite TV Shows?

Although Lin Lin and Xiaojie are in the same school but in different grades, they know each other because they are both in the student union. One day they were talking about their favorite sports.
Xiaojie: Lin Lin, what sports do you like?
Lin Lin: I like playing basketball, what about you?
Xiaojie: I like playing football. How long have you been playing basketball?
Lin Lin: I have been playing basketball for two years. How long have you been playing football?
Xiaojie: I have been playing football for three years. Let’s go play basketball together next time!
Lin Lin: Okay, then when should we go?
Xiaojie: Let’s spend the weekend. What do you think?
Lin Lin: Okay, see you on the weekend!

What Sports Do You Like?

One sunny weekend afternoon, brothers Xiaokai and Lele were going to the supermarket to buy some food for their family.
When they came to the supermarket, Xiaokai smiled and said to Lele: "What are we going to buy today?"
Lele scratched her head and said, "We need to buy some vegetables and fruits, as well as some bread and milk."
First, they came to the vegetable area. Xiao Kai picked up a carrot and said with a smile: "This carrot looks fresh and sweet. Let's buy some."
Lele nodded, then picked up a box of tomatoes and said, "These tomatoes are very bright in color. I like them. Let's buy some too!"
Then, they came to the fruit area. Lele saw a basket of big apples and said happily: "Apples are my favorite, let's buy a big basket!"
Xiaokai smiled and said, "Okay, so we can eat fresh fruit every day."
They went to the bakery and milk sections and put what they needed into their shopping carts. They finally pushed the shopping cart to the exit together and paid. On the way home, they talked and laughed. This is a simple but enjoyable shopping trip.

A Joyful Shopping Trip on a Sunny Weekend

Xiaokai and Xiaoyue are classmates and neighbors. They have been good friends since childhood. They often play together during the summer vacation. Xiaokai: Xiaoyue, do you like swimming? Satsuki: I like it! I go to the swimming pool every summer. Xiaokai: Me too! Being in the water is cool, comfortable, and fun! Satsuki: Yes! So can you swim fast? Xiaokai: It’s pretty fast. I like breaststroke and freestyle the best. And you? Satsuki: I'm not quite there yet, but I'm learning. Xiaokai: It doesn't matter, I can teach you. Satsuki: Really? Very good! Xiaokai: Of course! Let's go swimming together tomorrow!

Let's Go Swimming Together

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