Old Friend Writing About Old Friend (Part 2)

During a phone conversation, Brother Ni Kuang burst into laughter, exclaiming, "Hey, James Wong has established a Continuing Education Institute offering courses on creativity and innovation. Have you heard about it?" Curious, I replied, "I just returned from San'in in Japan, so I'm unaware. Please fill me in, you being a San Francisco resident and all." Brother Ni Kuang, well-informed as always, shared, "My online friend sent me the reservation form. The course will take place on two Sundays, April 25th and May 2nd, 1999, with two sessions each day from 2 pm to 4 pm and 8 pm to 10 pm." When I inquired about the cost, he revealed, "It's priced at two hundred and twenty dollars." I remarked, "That's quite reasonable." Brother Ni Kuang's excitement was palpable as he continued...