On June 18th,  pink lotus flowers bloomed one after another among the green leavesin the morning light at the west entrance of Shiliutan Park in Xianning's urban area, attracting countless visitors to stop and linger.

By the pond, some people bent over to take photos, freezing the moment of green leaves and pink blossoms. Near the railing of a small bridge, figures stood quietly, absorbed in the charm of the lotus pond and lost in its fragrance. Locals expressed that this lotus pond right at their doorstep had become a poetic haven amidst their bustling lives.