I was a rookie reporter in the 00s

Chapter 315 A rare vacation

The serial killer case was finally solved, and Zhang Wanqing finally got her wish for vacation. She planned to go to the beach with her family. However, her partner Fu Siyuan did not rest and continued to work hard.

Sunlight filtered through the slits in the curtains, illuminating Zhang Wanqing's face and waking her from her sleep. She rubbed her eyes and glanced at the alarm clock by her bedside table—7:00 AM. Today was a special day; she and her family were going on vacation to Sanya. This was a rare family trip since she started working.

"Wanqing, get up quickly!" Mom's voice came from downstairs, with a hint of excitement and anticipation.

"Okay!" Zhang Wanqing responded, quickly getting out of bed and starting to pack her luggage. As an investigative journalist, her work was always busy and stressful, and this vacation was not only a relaxation for her, but also a rare opportunity to recharge.

Zhang Wanqing's father, Zhang Beichen, is a professor of Chinese language and literature at a university. He is elegant and knowledgeable, and always wears black-framed glasses, giving him a gentle and refined demeanor. He enjoys reading and writing, and occasionally composes poetry, making his life full of poetry.

My mother, on the other hand, is completely different. She owns a century-old steamed bun shop. She's hardworking, capable, and a master craftsman. Every morning, she rises early to prepare the ingredients and whip up steaming buns. Business is booming, and the shop is a local favorite for breakfast.

My younger brother, Zhang Chen, is a graduate student. He's a classic academic, reserved and quiet, but his eyes always radiate seriousness. He's currently busy researching a new energy project and is incredibly busy.

The family members have different personalities, but they get along well with each other. They are a typical "Chinese family".

The family arrived at the airport early. Zhang Beichen and Zhang Chen pushed the luggage, while their mother busied herself with buying snacks for everyone. Zhang Wanqing assisted, observing everything around her. As a journalist, her professional instincts made her curious about everything around her.

"Wanqing, stop staring at others and relax a little." Zhang Beichen reminded her with a smile.

"I know, Dad." Zhang Wanqing stuck out her tongue, but there was still a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

After the plane took off, Zhang Wanqing leaned back in her chair, closed her eyes, and began to enjoy this rare moment of relaxation. However, her mind still unconsciously surfaced various scenes from her recent work - those cases she solved with her friends Fu Siyuan and Li Wei, and those thrilling moments.

After several hours of flying, the family finally arrived in Sanya. The sunshine, beach, sea, and fresh breeze instantly made Zhang Wanqing feel relaxed and refreshed.

"Wow, this is the sea!" Zhang Chen ran towards the beach excitedly, opening his arms as if to embrace the entire sea.

"Slow down, be careful not to fall!" Mom reminded loudly from behind.

Zhang Beichen stood by the sea, gazing at the boundless ocean, his eyes revealing a sense of leisure and contentment. He seemed to be immersed in his own poetic world.

Zhang Wanqing stood aside, watching her family's happy faces, a smile on her lips. She knew that this vacation was not just about relaxation, but also a rare time for family reunion.

The next day, the family arrived at the beach early. Zhang Chen and his mother built sandcastles on the beach, while Zhang Beichen sat on a lounge chair by the sea, reading a collection of poetry.

Zhang Wanqing strolled along the beach, enjoying the breeze. She loved the tranquility, but her journalistic instinct kept her looking around. Just then, she noticed a group of people gathered on the beach not far away, seemingly arguing about something.

"Wanqing, go over there and see what's going on?" Zhang Beichen seemed to have noticed the movement over there.

"Okay!" Zhang Wanqing nodded and walked over quickly.

A group of tourists had found an injured sea turtle on the beach and were discussing what to do with it. Zhang Wanqing immediately pulled out her phone to record the scene. She knew this could be a good story about environmental protection and the preservation of marine life.

"Dad, here is a news clue." Zhang Wanqing returned to her family and said excitedly.

"Haha, I knew that you can't hide your reporter instincts." Zhang Beichen smiled and shook his head.

"There's nothing I can do about it. It's an occupational disease." Zhang Wanqing shrugged, but there was a hint of determination in her eyes.

Just as Zhang Wanqing was about to learn more about the injured turtle, she was interrupted by an unexpected phone call.

"Wanqing, I'm Fu Siyuan. There's a case in Sanya, and I might need your help."

"What case?" Zhang Wanqing immediately became nervous.

"This is a travel fraud case involving a large sum of money and many victims. We have already conducted preliminary investigations and found some clues, but we still need your assistance."

Zhang Wanqing was silent for a moment, looking at her family who were enjoying their vacation, and she felt a little conflicted. But soon, she made a decision.

"Okay, I'll be there right away." Zhang Wanqing said.

"Wanqing, are you going to work?" Zhang Beichen frowned.

"Well, there is a case in Sanya and I need to go there to assist. You guys play here first, I will be back as soon as possible." Zhang Wanqing looked at her family with some apology.

"Work is important, go ahead. We'll be waiting for you here." Mom patted her shoulder understandingly.

"Sister, you must be careful." Zhang Chen also stopped building the sand castle in his hand and looked at her seriously.

Zhang Wanqing nodded and turned to leave. She knew that her family would always be her strongest support.

Zhang Wanqing quickly joined Fu Siyuan and Li Wei to investigate the tourism fraud case. She discovered that the case involved multiple tourist attractions, the victims were mostly tourists from other places, and the fraud methods were covert and complex.

"This case is not simple." Fu Siyuan said with a frown.

"But the more complicated it is, the more we need to uncover the truth." Zhang Wanqing's eyes were firm.

Over the next few days, Zhang Wanqing, Fu Siyuan, and Li Wei worked day and night, visiting victims, investigating evidence, and collecting evidence, gradually uncovering the true face of the fraud gang. Her family, meanwhile, enjoyed a rare vacation while waiting for her return at the beach.

This is probably the professional mission of being an investigative journalist. Even when on vacation, I am keen to find news clues. If something happens, I will immediately put aside all personal matters and rush to the front line.

"Wanqing, I am now more and more impressed by you." Fu Siyuan's eyes were full of admiration for Zhang Wanqing.

"Yes, people will become more and more mature. I said at the beginning that I would learn from Teacher Fu and become a good reporter like Teacher Fu in the future. Although, I haven't done it yet, but I always have confidence in myself." Zhang Wanqing said mischievously.

"You're here again, what Teacher Fu, hahaha..." Fu Siyuan laughed.

"Well, with all the back and forth between you two, it turns out I'm the third wheel!" Li Wei said.

"No...no...it's not...Li Wei, Siyuan, stop joking with me..." Zhang Wanqing blushed.