As the vehicle pulls away from the hustle and bustle of the city center, our hearts lighten with the growing scent of plants along the way. The destination of this team-building activity is a quiet woodland clearing — the Hometown of the Top Scholar, Sanshui Yizhai.

The warm winter sun filters through layers of leaves, casting dappled light spots. Our company’s barbecue team-building event kicks off amid cheerful laughter. The normally solemn office gives way to a merry space wreathed in smoke and rich, tantalizing aromas.

Look over there. Several colleagues are showing off their skills around the grill. No longer suited-up managers or engineers, they become dedicated "Chief Grill Masters". The charcoal soon glows red, blending with sunlight, wrapping everyone in warmth from the inside out. Skewers sizzle merrily over the flames, and chicken wings crackle on the fire. Brushing oil and sprinkling seasonings, they move with real finesse. Every now and then, a gust of wind swirls up curling smoke, making everyone laugh and scatter. This bustle and teamwork feel more genuine than any formal team training.

Over here, people gather in small groups, chatting over drinks. Conversations range from work projects to amusing life stories, and the distance between us quietly narrows amid laughter. We raise our glasses, simply for this moment of leisure.