Meeting A Chinese Police Officer

At a roadside rest stop on the Jingzang Highway, between Hohhot and Baotao, a police officer stood guard near the entrance to the toilets. As I approached the entrance with several Chinese travelers, it was clear the police officer had singled me out with a smile. I returned his smile and said “Ni-hao.” The officer straightened a little and gave me a salute as I walked by.