70: Chapter 70 Experience Officer

Every guest room is equipped with a full suite of smart devices; from the moment they step through the door, guests can feel the warmth of technology.

Meanwhile, those ten "Junlin Select" stores have also triggered a trend among young people to visit and take photos for social media, thanks to their brand-new image and smart experience.

Su Manqin stood in front of the revolving doors of "Junlin Yunding," watching the workers hang up the final sign.

"Junlin Yunding International Hotel."

She softly murmured the name, her eyes gleaming with ambition.

...

Day 26, the first day of trial operations.

9:50 AM.

A black Mercedes-Benz business van slowly drove into the core CBD area of Ze City.

"Hey guys, see that building up ahead?"

Lao Zhang sat in the passenger seat, pointing the camera out the window.

In the frame, a majestic building towered under the blue sky. The slightly dull, dark gray facade of the former Zhu Group had now been completely transformed. The entire building utilized the latest "Phantom Glass Curtain Wall," reflecting a faint champagne-gold hue under the sunlight. It preserved the building's solid grandeur while adding a touch of lightness and luxury.

"This is the 'Junlin Yunding' we are exploring today." Lao Zhang's voice carried a hint of anticipation. "Just looking at this exterior, it completely overshadows the two international chain brands next door."

The vehicle slowly drove toward the hotel entrance.

"Everyone, pay attention. Here comes the highlight—the driveway."

Lao Zhang deliberately angled the camera down. The originally narrow single-lane entrance had now been widened into a two-way, four-lane driveway. The ground was paved not with ordinary asphalt, but with noise-reducing asphalt; when the wheels rolled over it, there was barely any sound.

"Many five-star hotels have narrow driveways at the entrance, causing traffic jams whenever it rains, and splashing mud all over you the moment you open the car door." Lao Zhang pointed at the massive champagne-gold canopy overhead. "But look here, no matter how hard it rains, guests in the drop-off zone will absolutely not get wet. Plus, with this lighting design, when the lights shine down at night, it feels like you're standing in the center of a stage. It really gives you face."

The car stopped smoothly in front of the revolving doors.

"Don't be in a hurry to get out yet, let's go check out the parking lot." Lao Zhang stopped the driver who was about to open the door. "To judge whether a hotel is truly luxurious, don't look at how the rooms are decorated first; look at the parking lot."

The car drove into the underground garage.

"Whoa! Look at this slope!" Lao Zhang exclaimed in admiration. "Many hotel underground garages have slopes as steep as roller coasters, and sports cars with low chassis wouldn't dare go down. But here, the ramp is gentle, and the floor is paved with epoxy terrazzo flooring—non-slip and dust-free. Even the speed bumps are made of silent rubber."

The camera panned across the interior of the parking lot.

"Look at this ceiling height, it's at least 3.5 meters. Driving a high-roof business van like this inside, you don't feel cramped at all." Lao Zhang pointed to the parking spaces. "And they are all extra-wide spaces, with anti-collision strips on both sides. Most importantly—full mobile signal coverage."

Lao Zhang shook his phone. "Many underground garages only have one bar of signal, but here, it's full 5G! What does that mean? It means you can finish your phone call in the car before heading upstairs without any interruption."

"And this—" Lao Zhang pointed to a silver device next to a pillar, "Tesla Superchargers, and a whole row of them! There's also a QR code for valet charging service next to them. You just park your car here, and the staff will charge it for you and park it in an exclusive spot. Now that's what I call top-notch service."

...

The main entrance of the hotel.

Lao Zhang got out of the car and stood in the drop-off zone.

"Now that we've experienced the parking, let's officially head inside."

He adjusted his collar and walked toward the two massive, handmade copper doors.

"These copper doors look like they weigh hundreds of pounds." Lao Zhang gave them a push. "But the hinges use aviation-grade bearings, so you can push them with a single finger. Plus, when they close, there's that heavy, solid 'click' sound, which feels incredibly secure."

He pushed the door open and stepped inside.

"Whew..."

A faint, elegant fragrance wafted over him.

"Smells amazing!" Lao Zhang took a deep breath. "It's not like those cheap air fresheners or strong perfumes. This is a peony fragrance mixed with a hint of sandalwood. It's very calming."

The camera panned across the lobby.

"Everyone, this must be what they call 'love at first sight'—a single glance that lasts ten thousand years."

The once empty lobby was now designed with a "round sky and square earth" layout. The floor was paved with imported Italian 'Calacatta' marble, with veins flowing like an ink wash painting.

"Everyone, look up." Lao Zhang tilted the camera upward.

A massive crystal chandelier hung from the ten-meter-high dome, composed of thousands of hand-blown colored glass petals. The sunlight streaming through the glass curtain wall refracted off the chandelier, making the entire lobby look as if it were raining diamonds.

"But that's not even the most amazing part." Lao Zhang walked to the central landscape area. "The most incredible thing is this—a real peony garden."

The camera zoomed in.

Ten precious "Luoyang Red" peonies, enveloped in a constant-temperature misting system, looked fresh and delicate.

"I purposely touched a leaf; it's wet with dew." Lao Zhang pointed to the pool. "This isn't stagnant water; it's a running water circulation system. It's crystal clear, so you can see the pebbles at the bottom perfectly. And the water temperature is controlled at 18 degrees Celsius, which is just right for peonies to grow. Look at these flowers, they bloom even better than the ones in parks."

"And this wall!" Lao Zhang turned and walked toward the massive background wall. "The 'Blossom of Prosperity'."

He held the camera extremely close, almost close enough to see the texture of the Dough Modeling.

"This is the work of a master of Ze City's intangible cultural heritage Dough Modeling. Look at the thickness of these petals, the gradient of colors—this isn't painted on, it's three-dimensional! When the light shines on it, the edges of the petals are translucent, like jade. This isn't just a hotel lobby; it's practically a mini-museum."

"And," Lao Zhang pointed to the corner, "notice how despite such luxurious decor, the floor is spotless. Just now, a staff member pushed a cart past; the wheels were silent, and when she saw a single hair on the floor, she immediately used a vacuum to clean it up. This hygiene standard is flawless."

He turned around and walked toward the front desk.

"Hello, Mr. Zhang." Instead of asking him to fill out forms like traditional hotels, the receptionist smiled and handed him a warm cup of peony tea. "Your room is ready. Room 3601, the Yunding Peony Suite."

"No ID required?" Lao Zhang raised an eyebrow.

He walked to the front desk to check in.

"Hello, Mr. Zhang." The front desk receptionist smiled, and instead of asking him to fill out forms like traditional hotels, said, "Your room is ready. Room 3601, the Yunding Peony Suite. Here is your room card. The elevators are on your left."

"That fast?" Lao Zhang was somewhat surprised. "No deposit, no ID?"

"Mr. Zhang, your information was already entered through the facial recognition system when you booked. Inside the hotel, your face is your room card."

Lao Zhang raised his eyebrows and smiled at the camera. "Interesting. It seems this smart technology isn't just a gimmick."

"Additionally, we have prepared a welcome gift for you—a 'Twenty-Four Solar Terms' sachet."

Lao Zhang took the sachet and sniffed it. "Mmh, it's a very natural herbal scent. Not overpowering, quite soothing."

With a soft "ding," the elevator doors opened. The sound was extremely quiet, with almost none of the mechanical noise of operation.

Lao Zhang arrived at his room door. Without inserting a card, the lock sensed his face, made a soft "click," and unlocked automatically.

He pushed the door open and entered.

"Wow..." Lao Zhang couldn't help but let out an exclamation of admiration.

The lighting in the room wasn't a harsh white, but a warm 3000K yellow, like the glow of the setting sun spilling into the room, instantly making one relax. A faint sound of the guqin drifted through the background music, with the volume adjusted just right—neither intrusive nor failing to mask the noise from the hallway.

He walked to the window and called out, "Xiao Jun, Xiao Jun, open the curtains."

*Swoosh—*

The heavy blackout curtains slid silently to both sides, revealing an unobstructed panoramic view of the city outside the floor-to-ceiling windows.

"The view is unbeatable." Lao Zhang walked to the bed and threw himself onto it. "And here comes the highlight! This bed!"

He rolled over on the bed and pointed the camera at the bedding.

"600-thread-count Egyptian long-staple cotton. What does that mean? It means it feels as smooth as silk, but is more breathable than silk. The pillows have a dual-layer design of latex and down, providing support under the neck while remaining soft under the head. I bet you could fall asleep within three seconds of lying here."

He sat up and ran his finger across the nightstand, feeling not a single speck of dust.

"I'm a bit of a clean freak." Lao Zhang said seriously to the camera. "Look at this corner, and this remote control. The crevices are completely clean with no dust accumulation. What does this show? It shows their cleaning standards are extremely high, not just superficial work."

Stepping into the bathroom, his eyes lit up even more.

"A separate wet and dry area is standard." Lao Zhang pointed to the huge bathtub. "But this faucet is Hansgrohe, and the water flows like a gentle rain, which doesn't sting the skin. And look, the toilet is fully smart with a heated seat, and disposable toilet seat covers are provided next to it. Full marks for attention to detail."

He picked up a towel from the vanity and rubbed it against his face. "Pure cotton, no smell of fluorescent whitening agents, only the scent of fresh sunshine. This is quite rare. To bleach them, many five-star hotels leave their towels smelling of pungent disinfectant, but not here."

12:00 PM, Junlin Banquet Chinese Restaurant.

Lao Zhang arrived at the restaurant and ordered the "Peony Feast."

"This dish is called 'Blossoms of Wealth and Prosperity'." Lao Zhang pointed to a plate of sashimi in front of him. "It's salmon wrapped in peony petals, offering a refreshing taste. But that's not the highlight. The highlight is this soup."

The waiter brought over a clay pot. Upon lifting the lid, a rich aroma wafted out.

"This is 'Yao Yellow Peony Stewed Free-Range Chicken'." Lao Zhang took a sip, his eyes lighting up. "The broth is clear yet rich, and the chicken is stewed until tender but not falling apart. I heard they invited an old chef from Ze City who used ancient methods to brew this. This flavor really has something special going for it."

He livestreamed while eating, and the comment section was filled with drooling emojis.

"That looks so good!"

"With this environment and these dishes, it feels way better than those established five-star hotels."

"How much is it per night? I want to go!"

...

5:00 PM.

In the room, Lao Zhang packed his luggage.

"Finally, let me show everyone this 'one-click check-out'."

He picked up his phone and tapped "Check Out" on the Junlin Yunding mini-program.

*Ding—* His phone received a push notification: "Dear Mr. Zhang, your check-out has been completed. The electronic invoice has been sent to your email. We look forward to welcoming you again."

"No room inspection, no queuing, and even the deposit was refunded instantly." Lao Zhang summarized to the camera. "From entering to leaving, the whole process was seamless. It has both the depth of traditional culture and the convenience of modern technology. I give this Junlin Yunding four and a half stars."

"Deducting half a star so they don't get cocky." Lao Zhang smiled. "Anyway, if you come to Ze City and want to experience what 'national grace and heavenly fragrance' means, this place is definitely worth a try."

"Alright, today's hotel review was a success! Bye-bye, guys!"

The livestream ended.

...

Just half an hour after Lao Zhang's video was posted, the likes surpassed one hundred thousand.

The comment section completely exploded:

"I thought it was just an influencer trap, but even the parking lot is this competitive?"

"That noise-reducing driveway and full signal are a godsend for business people!"

" Just looking at that peony garden makes me want to go check it out.， So beautiful！"

"I'm booking a room right now! Nobody stop me!"

Looking at the skyrocketing booking data in the backend, Su Manqin's lips finally curved into a smile.

"Boss," she dialed the phone, "it seems we've successfully established both our 'face' and our 'substance'."

On the other end of the line, Lin Yu laughed. "Of course. Anything produced by my woman is bound to be a masterpiece."

...

The newly renovated penthouse office of the Junlin Capital Building.

The afternoon sunlight filtered through the blinds, casting dappled shadows on the broad mahogany desk. The air was filled with a faint aroma of coffee, mingled with a subtle hint of peach—the sweet fragrance unique to Xia Xiaotang.

"Boss, do you think this menu is a bit too plain?" Xia Xiaotang continuously sought Lin Yu's opinion. "Also, take a look at this list of invited guests."

"And here are the candidates for speeches and the ribbon-cutting ceremony?"

"Yes! There are grassroots department leaders, the chamber of commerce, the culinary association, the media, and the Young Masters Group."

"Alright, then it's settled." Lin Yu leaned back in his chair and turned to look at Xia Xiaotang standing beside him, his eyes filled with doting affection. "Xiaotang, you did a great job this time. Tomorrow's opening of the Ancient City main store will definitely be an instant hit."

"Of course!" Xia Xiaotang puffed out her chest, her face beaming with a confident smile. "Look whose girlfriend I am! I'm going to turn 'Min Shi Wei Tian' into a century-old brand!"

"Yes, yes, yes, a century-old brand." Lin Yu smiled and waved his hand. "Come here, let me give you a reward."

Xia Xiaotang blinked, her lips curving into a mischievous arc. Instead of throwing herself into his arms coquettishly as she usually did, she took light, graceful steps, walking up to Lin Yu step by step...

...

Ze City Ancient City, 8:00 AM.

The once quiet cobblestone old street was covered with a long red carpet today.

The entrance of the "Min Shi Wei Tian" Ancient City main store was now surrounded by beautiful flower baskets. These were not ordinary lilies and roses, but exclusively rare orchids and anthuriums, symbolizing "grand prospects."