The Goddess and the Ugly Duckling: C58
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
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Paris.
Under the dancing lights of the tower, the two exchanged heated breaths as their lips joined in a warm, lingering, and ever deepening kiss. Like this, the two remained locked until the brilliant lights of that tower finally went out.
Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, the Champs-Élysées... Wherever Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to a scenic spot they took a pictures. Sometimes, they would hire a local tour guide to provide explanations, then after they had their were done playing around, they would take a tour bus to the next scenic spot.
Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
From the banks of the Seine River, it was possible to see the Eiffel Tower in the distance, but they were in no hurry to make their way to the tower. Even though it was indeed the most famous structure in Paris, because it was the "best dish" it was better to enjoy it at the end. So, they first made their way to the Louvre, entering through the golden pyramid where Xiaoya again experienced the profound knowledge of Lu Xiaobei.
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
When the weekend came, German's really enjoyed holding a super large mug of beer they couldn't hold with both hands while they drank and chatted, and if the sun was out, they would move the good times outdoors. They were a lively bunch, and this joyous mood was transmitted to anyone witnessing such a scene.
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
The Parisian bus tour was a pleasantly surprising discovery. One ticket allowed you to stay seated for the entire day, the lower floor of the bus was comparatively more peaceful, while the upper floor was out the open air so the ancient architecture and city dwellers going about their days could be enjoyed while under warm winter sun. There were twelve languages to choose from on the bus' guide narration, inclusive of Chinese. It then told them of the "Love Palace" (Hôtel de la Païva), and even the place where Princess Diana had passed away.
Xiaoya's hands trembled a bit. "I-I'm kinda scared."
Then later, when the night deepened, Xiaoya had gifted Lu Xiaobei with an exclusive "feast" of her own.
Reaching out, Lu Xiaobei held onto Xiaoya's hand then asked her, "Does this make it a little better?"
After the departed Paris, Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya by plane to the city of Cologne (in Germany). Then after getting off the plane, they took a train to the main train station in Cologne.
Lu Xiaobei nodded. "Yeah. My grandfather brought me here before, he's a very devout believer. When we walk in, there'll be a cardinal waiting at the door. Once you tell him you aren't a believer, he'll let you borrow a bible and let you in. But the prayers are a bit on the long side, like, two hours long and you have to kneel on a wooden plank the entire time. Plus, it's disrespectful if you leave midway.
From the banks of the Seine River, it was possible to see the Eiffel Tower in the distance, but they were in no hurry to make their way to the tower. Even though it was indeed the most famous structure in Paris, because it was the "best dish" it was better to enjoy it at the end. So, they first made their way to the Louvre, entering through the golden pyramid where Xiaoya again experienced the profound knowledge of Lu Xiaobei.
Hearing this, Xiaoya cosied up to her with a big hug. "I think you are amazing and can do anything. I believe there's nothing you can't do. So... as this is your first time engraving anything, of course it's nice—it's super good! Amazing even."
Hearing this, Xiaoya cosied up to her with a big hug. "I think you are amazing and can do anything. I believe there's nothing you can't do. So... as this is your first time engraving anything, of course it's nice—it's super good! Amazing even."
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
Lu Xiaobei: "They have a prayer service during the night here. You want to join in?"
With any painting they encountered, Lu Xiaobei was able to explain allusions behind the piece, from the the age of Greek gods to the Renaissance. They saw the smiling Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace... No matter which piece it was they saw, those works served as a witness to the most brilliant civilization and were the embodiment of that beauty.
Believing in their hearts, this lock will lock their love, will lock their time together, forever and always.
That night, a romantic candlelit dinner awaited Xiaoya. After the waiter left them, the two clinked glasses with affectionate smiles.
Lu Xiaobei: "My grandma is beauty enthusiast who adores all things beauty related. She has loads of make-up and stuff and if you want to learn that stuff, she'll be happy to teach you. Or, if you'd like, she'll even go shopping with you. She's the absolute best advisor you could ever ask for."
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
Then the two tossed the sole key for the lock into Rhine, hoping that no one will ever open this lock of theirs again.
Then later, when the night deepened, Xiaoya had gifted Lu Xiaobei with an exclusive "feast" of her own.
Paris.
Lu Xiaobei: "Are you scared of heights? Do you want me to go in front?"
Right then, Lu Xiaobei... well, she decided to keep her lips zipped about her tossing away two uglier ones she had carved before this one.
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
Reaching out, Lu Xiaobei held onto Xiaoya's hand then asked her, "Does this make it a little better?"
Paris, the city of love, was a place lovers couldn't help themselves from yearning, as much as it was the embodiment of every girl's dreams.
If this were a comic, there'd be three black lines on Lu Xiaobei's forehead in that instant.
"So... fifty years from now, I hope we'll be just like them, too."
The Parisian bus tour was a pleasantly surprising discovery. One ticket allowed you to stay seated for the entire day, the lower floor of the bus was comparatively more peaceful, while the upper floor was out the open air so the ancient architecture and city dwellers going about their days could be enjoyed while under warm winter sun. There were twelve languages to choose from on the bus' guide narration, inclusive of Chinese. It then told them of the "Love Palace" (Hôtel de la Païva), and even the place where Princess Diana had passed away.
The lock was a pretty red colour and had a similarly coloured key inserted from below.
Lu Xiaobei: "My grandma is beauty enthusiast who adores all things beauty related. She has loads of make-up and stuff and if you want to learn that stuff, she'll be happy to teach you. Or, if you'd like, she'll even go shopping with you. She's the absolute best advisor you could ever ask for."
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
Lu Xiaobei: "Are you scared of heights? Do you want me to go in front?"
The happiest moment of my life is being able to travel to this city with you.
Beside her, Lu Xiaobei stood. "I really do like it here, but not because of the scenery." Ar her words, Xiaoya cast her a confused look, prompting Lu Xiaobei to explain. "This is the place my grandma and grandpa came for their honeymoon. Cologne is really close to the Netherlands, and we could take a train and get back there in just a couple hours. Because of this, decades ago, for people who didn't have much money, this was a favoured spot to come and enjoy themselves."
The hands covering Xiaoya's ears fell, a smile now blossomed on her face as she stated with conviction: "We will." After which, she went on to teasingly ask Lu Xiaobei, "So what does this have to do with a love lock?" She hadn't forgotten that before they had arrived at Cologne, Lu Xiaobei mentioned this love lock. And not being one to keep her in suspense, Lu Xiaobei immediately pulled out a small, delicate lock from her backpack that had both her name and Xiaoya's engraved.
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
Lu Xiaobei: "My grandma is beauty enthusiast who adores all things beauty related. She has loads of make-up and stuff and if you want to learn that stuff, she'll be happy to teach you. Or, if you'd like, she'll even go shopping with you. She's the absolute best advisor you could ever ask for."
Then the two tossed the sole key for the lock into Rhine, hoping that no one will ever open this lock of theirs again.
Hearing her words, Lu Xiaobei kissed her lover's temple. "Life is indeed often chock-full of unknowns, but... I truly believe that no matter how many unforeseen incidents may occur, as long we met one another, you would become mine, and I would always become yours."
Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
With this, the extras have come to an end. Thank you, my little angels, for accompanying me on this journey.[]If It was me alone, I would've never been able to push ahead! Thank you again. Love you~
Hearing her words, Lu Xiaobei kissed her lover's temple. "Life is indeed often chock-full of unknowns, but... I truly believe that no matter how many unforeseen incidents may occur, as long we met one another, you would become mine, and I would always become yours."
With any painting they encountered, Lu Xiaobei was able to explain allusions behind the piece, from the the age of Greek gods to the Renaissance. They saw the smiling Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace... No matter which piece it was they saw, those works served as a witness to the most brilliant civilization and were the embodiment of that beauty.
Under the dancing lights of the tower, the two exchanged heated breaths as their lips joined in a warm, lingering, and ever deepening kiss. Like this, the two remained locked until the brilliant lights of that tower finally went out.
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
The hands covering Xiaoya's ears fell, a smile now blossomed on her face as she stated with conviction: "We will." After which, she went on to teasingly ask Lu Xiaobei, "So what does this have to do with a love lock?" She hadn't forgotten that before they had arrived at Cologne, Lu Xiaobei mentioned this love lock. And not being one to keep her in suspense, Lu Xiaobei immediately pulled out a small, delicate lock from her backpack that had both her name and Xiaoya's engraved.
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
After the departed Paris, Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya by plane to the city of Cologne (in Germany). Then after getting off the plane, they took a train to the main train station in Cologne.
Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei said to her, "Knowing in your heart it's here is enough, yeah?"
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
As was the same for Xiaoya who beamed, "This place is wonderful! No wonder you like it here, Captain."
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
While they were still on the train, Xiaoya saw the Cologne Cathedral from the window, then once she stood on the square and looked up, all the way to the top of the huge church, she couldn't help but exclaim in wonder, "It's so... magnificent—so incredible!"
But Xiaoya only smiled while she remained silent.
Lu Xiaobei: "They have a prayer service during the night here. You want to join in?"
The happiest moment of my life is being able to travel to this city with you.
As was the same for Xiaoya who beamed, "This place is wonderful! No wonder you like it here, Captain."
The lock was a pretty red colour and had a similarly coloured key inserted from below.
Xiaoya's hands trembled a bit. "I-I'm kinda scared."
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
Xiaoya: "What do they do there? Do they sing, and read the bible?"
Xiaoya: "No, I'm scared of falling on someone behind me. And, I'm not scared of heights, it's just... the stairs here are way too steep."
Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, the Champs-Élysées... Wherever Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to a scenic spot they took a pictures. Sometimes, they would hire a local tour guide to provide explanations, then after they had their were done playing around, they would take a tour bus to the next scenic spot.
Then the two tossed the sole key for the lock into Rhine, hoping that no one will ever open this lock of theirs again.
Lu Xiaobei nodded. "Yeah. My grandfather brought me here before, he's a very devout believer. When we walk in, there'll be a cardinal waiting at the door. Once you tell him you aren't a believer, he'll let you borrow a bible and let you in. But the prayers are a bit on the long side, like, two hours long and you have to kneel on a wooden plank the entire time. Plus, it's disrespectful if you leave midway.
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
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Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
From behind, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Is something wrong? We need to pick up the pace a bit, there's a lot of people behind us."
Then the two tossed the sole key for the lock into Rhine, hoping that no one will ever open this lock of theirs again.
Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei said to her, "Knowing in your heart it's here is enough, yeah?"
Lu Xiaobei: "What do you think?"
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
Xiaoya: "What do they do there? Do they sing, and read the bible?"
The happiest moment of my life is being able to travel to this city with you.
Right then, Lu Xiaobei... well, she decided to keep her lips zipped about her tossing away two uglier ones she had carved before this one.
After going to buy tickets, they went on a tour up the tower of the cathedral. Like most towers in this world, the cathedral's tower was quite small, and had no platforms at the corners where the stairs turned, so even a person turned to their side could only wait for all the people at the top to come down first.
The Parisian bus tour was a pleasantly surprising discovery. One ticket allowed you to stay seated for the entire day, the lower floor of the bus was comparatively more peaceful, while the upper floor was out the open air so the ancient architecture and city dwellers going about their days could be enjoyed while under warm winter sun. There were twelve languages to choose from on the bus' guide narration, inclusive of Chinese. It then told them of the "Love Palace" (Hôtel de la Païva), and even the place where Princess Diana had passed away.
While they were still on the train, Xiaoya saw the Cologne Cathedral from the window, then once she stood on the square and looked up, all the way to the top of the huge church, she couldn't help but exclaim in wonder, "It's so... magnificent—so incredible!"
Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei said to her, "Knowing in your heart it's here is enough, yeah?"
The happiest moment of my life is being able to travel to this city with you.
Lu Xiaobei: "Are you scared of heights? Do you want me to go in front?"
After going to buy tickets, they went on a tour up the tower of the cathedral. Like most towers in this world, the cathedral's tower was quite small, and had no platforms at the corners where the stairs turned, so even a person turned to their side could only wait for all the people at the top to come down first.
The winds blowing off the Rhine River were a bit strong that day, but not strong enough hinder their fervent hearts. After Xiaoya choose a spot, Lu Xiaobei hung their love lock.
Xiaoya walked up those steps at a very slow pace, so slow, the people behind her couldn't pass by and the line behind them grew longer and longer.
The lock was a pretty red colour and had a similarly coloured key inserted from below.
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
Xiaoya: "So, this place... is where those cherished memories between your grandparents still reside?"
Lu Xiaobei: "So... you're not scared of falling on me, then?"
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
Xiaoya: "So, this place... is where those cherished memories between your grandparents still reside?"
Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, the Champs-Élysées... Wherever Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to a scenic spot they took a pictures. Sometimes, they would hire a local tour guide to provide explanations, then after they had their were done playing around, they would take a tour bus to the next scenic spot.
From behind, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Is something wrong? We need to pick up the pace a bit, there's a lot of people behind us."
Right then, Lu Xiaobei... well, she decided to keep her lips zipped about her tossing away two uglier ones she had carved before this one.
Xiaoya's hands trembled a bit. "I-I'm kinda scared."
The winds blowing off the Rhine River were a bit strong that day, but not strong enough hinder their fervent hearts. After Xiaoya choose a spot, Lu Xiaobei hung their love lock.
Xiaoya: "I know it's unreasonable, but I can't help but feel like you'll always be there to catch me." Quite simply, Xiaoya genuinely did view Lu Xiaobei as some superhero from a comic.
Confused, Xiaoya caressed the inscription on the lock as she asked, "The character etching in this is kinda ugly, it looks a bit crooked."
Lu Xiaobei: "Are you scared of heights? Do you want me to go in front?"
Lu Xiaobei: "What do you think?"
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
The happiest moment of my life is being able to travel to this city with you.
Xiaoya: "No, I'm scared of falling on someone behind me. And, I'm not scared of heights, it's just... the stairs here are way too steep."
That night, a romantic candlelit dinner awaited Xiaoya. After the waiter left them, the two clinked glasses with affectionate smiles.
Xiaoya: "I will—I do."
Beside her, Lu Xiaobei stood. "I really do like it here, but not because of the scenery." Ar her words, Xiaoya cast her a confused look, prompting Lu Xiaobei to explain. "This is the place my grandma and grandpa came for their honeymoon. Cologne is really close to the Netherlands, and we could take a train and get back there in just a couple hours. Because of this, decades ago, for people who didn't have much money, this was a favoured spot to come and enjoy themselves."
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
"So... fifty years from now, I hope we'll be just like them, too."
Confused, Xiaoya caressed the inscription on the lock as she asked, "The character etching in this is kinda ugly, it looks a bit crooked."
When the weekend came, German's really enjoyed holding a super large mug of beer they couldn't hold with both hands while they drank and chatted, and if the sun was out, they would move the good times outdoors. They were a lively bunch, and this joyous mood was transmitted to anyone witnessing such a scene.
Lu Xiaobei: "So... you're not scared of falling on me, then?"
Xiaoya: "So, this place... is where those cherished memories between your grandparents still reside?"
If this were a comic, there'd be three black lines on Lu Xiaobei's forehead in that instant.
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If this were a comic, there'd be three black lines on Lu Xiaobei's forehead in that instant.
From the banks of the Seine River, it was possible to see the Eiffel Tower in the distance, but they were in no hurry to make their way to the tower. Even though it was indeed the most famous structure in Paris, because it was the "best dish" it was better to enjoy it at the end. So, they first made their way to the Louvre, entering through the golden pyramid where Xiaoya again experienced the profound knowledge of Lu Xiaobei.
Xiaoya: "I know it's unreasonable, but I can't help but feel like you'll always be there to catch me." Quite simply, Xiaoya genuinely did view Lu Xiaobei as some superhero from a comic.
Hearing her gush, Xiaoya covered her ears and declared, "Ah, you win. You don't need to tempt me any longer. I'll go with you to spend Christmas with your family."
Lu Xiaobei: "Anyway, every family has their own special traditions, and my family does love locks. My parent's marriage never got any blessings, and they didn't think this was an important so they had skipped this step. But, originally, when my grandfather brought my grandmother to Cologne, they left their love locks here..."
If this were a comic, there'd be three black lines on Lu Xiaobei's forehead in that instant.
Reaching out, Lu Xiaobei held onto Xiaoya's hand then asked her, "Does this make it a little better?"
The hands covering Xiaoya's ears fell, a smile now blossomed on her face as she stated with conviction: "We will." After which, she went on to teasingly ask Lu Xiaobei, "So what does this have to do with a love lock?" She hadn't forgotten that before they had arrived at Cologne, Lu Xiaobei mentioned this love lock. And not being one to keep her in suspense, Lu Xiaobei immediately pulled out a small, delicate lock from her backpack that had both her name and Xiaoya's engraved.
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
Xiaoya's hands trembled a bit. "I-I'm kinda scared."
Xiaoya: "Yeah, a little." Perhaps, it was because of the thought of Lu Xiaobei at her side, or perhaps her level of adaptability was just too high, whatever the reason, Xiaoya soon overcame her psychological hurdles and not only was her pace no longer sluggish, her steps were so brisk she could have been said to have flew. Even Lu Xiaobei had a bit of a hard time keeping up with her, and really suspected Xiaoya was attempting to make a comeback for a win.
After the departed Paris, Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya by plane to the city of Cologne (in Germany). Then after getting off the plane, they took a train to the main train station in Cologne.
"So... fifty years from now, I hope we'll be just like them, too."
The Parisian bus tour was a pleasantly surprising discovery. One ticket allowed you to stay seated for the entire day, the lower floor of the bus was comparatively more peaceful, while the upper floor was out the open air so the ancient architecture and city dwellers going about their days could be enjoyed while under warm winter sun. There were twelve languages to choose from on the bus' guide narration, inclusive of Chinese. It then told them of the "Love Palace" (Hôtel de la Païva), and even the place where Princess Diana had passed away.
At the top of the tower, the entire city of Cologne was before them. From the slowly flowing Rhine River, to Hohenzollern Bridge standing in majestic silence; then from the Great Saint Martin Church to the modern Chocolate Museum, were all able to be seen with this panoramic view. Even the open-air beer stalls on the old square could be seem by Xiaoya from there.
Paris, the city of love, was a place lovers couldn't help themselves from yearning, as much as it was the embodiment of every girl's dreams.
Hearing her gush, Xiaoya covered her ears and declared, "Ah, you win. You don't need to tempt me any longer. I'll go with you to spend Christmas with your family."
Lu Xiaobei: "They have a prayer service during the night here. You want to join in?"
At the top of the tower, the entire city of Cologne was before them. From the slowly flowing Rhine River, to Hohenzollern Bridge standing in majestic silence; then from the Great Saint Martin Church to the modern Chocolate Museum, were all able to be seen with this panoramic view. Even the open-air beer stalls on the old square could be seem by Xiaoya from there.
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
When the weekend came, German's really enjoyed holding a super large mug of beer they couldn't hold with both hands while they drank and chatted, and if the sun was out, they would move the good times outdoors. They were a lively bunch, and this joyous mood was transmitted to anyone witnessing such a scene.
When the weekend came, German's really enjoyed holding a super large mug of beer they couldn't hold with both hands while they drank and chatted, and if the sun was out, they would move the good times outdoors. They were a lively bunch, and this joyous mood was transmitted to anyone witnessing such a scene.
As was the same for Xiaoya who beamed, "This place is wonderful! No wonder you like it here, Captain."
Lu Xiaobei nodded. "Yeah. My grandfather brought me here before, he's a very devout believer. When we walk in, there'll be a cardinal waiting at the door. Once you tell him you aren't a believer, he'll let you borrow a bible and let you in. But the prayers are a bit on the long side, like, two hours long and you have to kneel on a wooden plank the entire time. Plus, it's disrespectful if you leave midway.
Beside her, Lu Xiaobei stood. "I really do like it here, but not because of the scenery." Ar her words, Xiaoya cast her a confused look, prompting Lu Xiaobei to explain. "This is the place my grandma and grandpa came for their honeymoon. Cologne is really close to the Netherlands, and we could take a train and get back there in just a couple hours. Because of this, decades ago, for people who didn't have much money, this was a favoured spot to come and enjoy themselves."
"So our love locks will stay here, too!" Xiaoya helped Lu Xiaobei by finishing her sentence.
Xiaoya's hands trembled a bit. "I-I'm kinda scared."
Xiaoya: "I know it's unreasonable, but I can't help but feel like you'll always be there to catch me." Quite simply, Xiaoya genuinely did view Lu Xiaobei as some superhero from a comic.
Lu Xiaobei: "So... you're not scared of falling on me, then?"
From behind, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Is something wrong? We need to pick up the pace a bit, there's a lot of people behind us."
Xiaoya: "So, this place... is where those cherished memories between your grandparents still reside?"
From behind, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Is something wrong? We need to pick up the pace a bit, there's a lot of people behind us."
Lu Xiaobei: "Are you scared of heights? Do you want me to go in front?"
Xiaoya: "I know it's unreasonable, but I can't help but feel like you'll always be there to catch me." Quite simply, Xiaoya genuinely did view Lu Xiaobei as some superhero from a comic.
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
Right then, Lu Xiaobei... well, she decided to keep her lips zipped about her tossing away two uglier ones she had carved before this one.
Lu XIaobei: "Yeah. They've been in love with one another for decades. When they were on their honeymoon, while my grandma was still young, she loved the chocolate here. But, despite my grandpa being a terrible cook, he learned to bake it especially for her. His chocolate cakes are out of this world, and he even asked me if you liked them. I told him you do. When we go see them this Christmas, you'll get to try it, too."
Lifting her head, Xiaoya then saw Lu Xiaobei's brows wrinkled as she stared her way, so she asked, "Were... you the one who engraved it?"
Lu Xiaobei: "Anyway, every family has their own special traditions, and my family does love locks. My parent's marriage never got any blessings, and they didn't think this was an important so they had skipped this step. But, originally, when my grandfather brought my grandmother to Cologne, they left their love locks here..."
Xiaoya's hands trembled a bit. "I-I'm kinda scared."
Xiaoya: "I will—I do."
From the banks of the Seine River, it was possible to see the Eiffel Tower in the distance, but they were in no hurry to make their way to the tower. Even though it was indeed the most famous structure in Paris, because it was the "best dish" it was better to enjoy it at the end. So, they first made their way to the Louvre, entering through the golden pyramid where Xiaoya again experienced the profound knowledge of Lu Xiaobei.
Hearing her gush, Xiaoya covered her ears and declared, "Ah, you win. You don't need to tempt me any longer. I'll go with you to spend Christmas with your family."
Xiaoya: "What do they do there? Do they sing, and read the bible?"
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
Lu Xiaobei: "They have a prayer service during the night here. You want to join in?"
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
Xiaoya: "So, this place... is where those cherished memories between your grandparents still reside?"
Lu Xiaobei: "My grandma is beauty enthusiast who adores all things beauty related. She has loads of make-up and stuff and if you want to learn that stuff, she'll be happy to teach you. Or, if you'd like, she'll even go shopping with you. She's the absolute best advisor you could ever ask for."
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
After going to buy tickets, they went on a tour up the tower of the cathedral. Like most towers in this world, the cathedral's tower was quite small, and had no platforms at the corners where the stairs turned, so even a person turned to their side could only wait for all the people at the top to come down first.
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
Hearing her gush, Xiaoya covered her ears and declared, "Ah, you win. You don't need to tempt me any longer. I'll go with you to spend Christmas with your family."
At the top of the tower, the entire city of Cologne was before them. From the slowly flowing Rhine River, to Hohenzollern Bridge standing in majestic silence; then from the Great Saint Martin Church to the modern Chocolate Museum, were all able to be seen with this panoramic view. Even the open-air beer stalls on the old square could be seem by Xiaoya from there.
Then later, when the night deepened, Xiaoya had gifted Lu Xiaobei with an exclusive "feast" of her own.
Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
"No, that's not what I'm trying to say." With a chuckle, Lu Xiaobei continued, "After they got married, they always went on walks together in the evening. It didn't matter if they were happy or unhappy that day, nor if they all sweet on each other or in the middle of a quarrel, they never really got mad at each other. My parents... their marriage had an unfortunate end, but my grandparents are the ones who taught me what an actual happy marriage was supposed to be. That's what I meant.
Lu Xiaobei: "So... you're not scared of falling on me, then?"
"So... fifty years from now, I hope we'll be just like them, too."
Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, the Champs-Élysées... Wherever Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to a scenic spot they took a pictures. Sometimes, they would hire a local tour guide to provide explanations, then after they had their were done playing around, they would take a tour bus to the next scenic spot.
The hands covering Xiaoya's ears fell, a smile now blossomed on her face as she stated with conviction: "We will." After which, she went on to teasingly ask Lu Xiaobei, "So what does this have to do with a love lock?" She hadn't forgotten that before they had arrived at Cologne, Lu Xiaobei mentioned this love lock. And not being one to keep her in suspense, Lu Xiaobei immediately pulled out a small, delicate lock from her backpack that had both her name and Xiaoya's engraved.
Xiaoya walked up those steps at a very slow pace, so slow, the people behind her couldn't pass by and the line behind them grew longer and longer.
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
Then later, when the night deepened, Xiaoya had gifted Lu Xiaobei with an exclusive "feast" of her own.
After the departed Paris, Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya by plane to the city of Cologne (in Germany). Then after getting off the plane, they took a train to the main train station in Cologne.
Lu Xiaobei: "My grandma is beauty enthusiast who adores all things beauty related. She has loads of make-up and stuff and if you want to learn that stuff, she'll be happy to teach you. Or, if you'd like, she'll even go shopping with you. She's the absolute best advisor you could ever ask for."
The lock was a pretty red colour and had a similarly coloured key inserted from below.
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
Xiaoya: "What do they do there? Do they sing, and read the bible?"
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"So... fifty years from now, I hope we'll be just like them, too."
Hearing her words, Lu Xiaobei kissed her lover's temple. "Life is indeed often chock-full of unknowns, but... I truly believe that no matter how many unforeseen incidents may occur, as long we met one another, you would become mine, and I would always become yours."
Lu Xiaobei: "They have a prayer service during the night here. You want to join in?"
While they were still on the train, Xiaoya saw the Cologne Cathedral from the window, then once she stood on the square and looked up, all the way to the top of the huge church, she couldn't help but exclaim in wonder, "It's so... magnificent—so incredible!"
Confused, Xiaoya caressed the inscription on the lock as she asked, "The character etching in this is kinda ugly, it looks a bit crooked."
After going to buy tickets, they went on a tour up the tower of the cathedral. Like most towers in this world, the cathedral's tower was quite small, and had no platforms at the corners where the stairs turned, so even a person turned to their side could only wait for all the people at the top to come down first.
Lu Xiaobei: "What do you think?"
Xiaoya: "I will—I do."
Lifting her head, Xiaoya then saw Lu Xiaobei's brows wrinkled as she stared her way, so she asked, "Were... you the one who engraved it?"
Reaching out, Lu Xiaobei held onto Xiaoya's hand then asked her, "Does this make it a little better?"
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
After going to buy tickets, they went on a tour up the tower of the cathedral. Like most towers in this world, the cathedral's tower was quite small, and had no platforms at the corners where the stairs turned, so even a person turned to their side could only wait for all the people at the top to come down first.
Lifting her head, Xiaoya then saw Lu Xiaobei's brows wrinkled as she stared her way, so she asked, "Were... you the one who engraved it?"
The hands covering Xiaoya's ears fell, a smile now blossomed on her face as she stated with conviction: "We will." After which, she went on to teasingly ask Lu Xiaobei, "So what does this have to do with a love lock?" She hadn't forgotten that before they had arrived at Cologne, Lu Xiaobei mentioned this love lock. And not being one to keep her in suspense, Lu Xiaobei immediately pulled out a small, delicate lock from her backpack that had both her name and Xiaoya's engraved.
Lu Xiaobei: "What do you think?"
Xiaoya: "I know it's unreasonable, but I can't help but feel like you'll always be there to catch me." Quite simply, Xiaoya genuinely did view Lu Xiaobei as some superhero from a comic.
Hearing this, Xiaoya cosied up to her with a big hug. "I think you are amazing and can do anything. I believe there's nothing you can't do. So... as this is your first time engraving anything, of course it's nice—it's super good! Amazing even."
Xiaoya: "Yeah, a little." Perhaps, it was because of the thought of Lu Xiaobei at her side, or perhaps her level of adaptability was just too high, whatever the reason, Xiaoya soon overcame her psychological hurdles and not only was her pace no longer sluggish, her steps were so brisk she could have been said to have flew. Even Lu Xiaobei had a bit of a hard time keeping up with her, and really suspected Xiaoya was attempting to make a comeback for a win.
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
From behind, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Is something wrong? We need to pick up the pace a bit, there's a lot of people behind us."
With any painting they encountered, Lu Xiaobei was able to explain allusions behind the piece, from the the age of Greek gods to the Renaissance. They saw the smiling Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace... No matter which piece it was they saw, those works served as a witness to the most brilliant civilization and were the embodiment of that beauty.
Right then, Lu Xiaobei... well, she decided to keep her lips zipped about her tossing away two uglier ones she had carved before this one.
"No, that's not what I'm trying to say." With a chuckle, Lu Xiaobei continued, "After they got married, they always went on walks together in the evening. It didn't matter if they were happy or unhappy that day, nor if they all sweet on each other or in the middle of a quarrel, they never really got mad at each other. My parents... their marriage had an unfortunate end, but my grandparents are the ones who taught me what an actual happy marriage was supposed to be. That's what I meant.
Over the course of the next few days, they visited the Palace of Versailles on the outskirts of the city, then they waited to watch the Eiffel Tower light show from below as Xiaoya leaned on Lu Xiaobei while she spoke. "All those years ago, back when we first met, I never thought that we would actually get to be together. Much less that after so many years, I would cross the ocean to come all the way here with you."
Hearing this, Xiaoya cosied up to her with a big hug. "I think you are amazing and can do anything. I believe there's nothing you can't do. So... as this is your first time engraving anything, of course it's nice—it's super good! Amazing even."
Hearing this, Xiaoya cosied up to her with a big hug. "I think you are amazing and can do anything. I believe there's nothing you can't do. So... as this is your first time engraving anything, of course it's nice—it's super good! Amazing even."
The hands covering Xiaoya's ears fell, a smile now blossomed on her face as she stated with conviction: "We will." After which, she went on to teasingly ask Lu Xiaobei, "So what does this have to do with a love lock?" She hadn't forgotten that before they had arrived at Cologne, Lu Xiaobei mentioned this love lock. And not being one to keep her in suspense, Lu Xiaobei immediately pulled out a small, delicate lock from her backpack that had both her name and Xiaoya's engraved.
Lu Xiaobei: "Anyway, every family has their own special traditions, and my family does love locks. My parent's marriage never got any blessings, and they didn't think this was an important so they had skipped this step. But, originally, when my grandfather brought my grandmother to Cologne, they left their love locks here..."
Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. If you're willing, regardless of what happens in the future, I'd like you allow me to be your only partner in this life, until death do us part."
Xiaoya: "So, this place... is where those cherished memories between your grandparents still reside?"
Hearing her gush, Xiaoya covered her ears and declared, "Ah, you win. You don't need to tempt me any longer. I'll go with you to spend Christmas with your family."
Confused, Xiaoya caressed the inscription on the lock as she asked, "The character etching in this is kinda ugly, it looks a bit crooked."
Extra: Daily Life in Europe - Part 3
"So our love locks will stay here, too!" Xiaoya helped Lu Xiaobei by finishing her sentence.
Confused, Xiaoya caressed the inscription on the lock as she asked, "The character etching in this is kinda ugly, it looks a bit crooked."
With a swift motion, Xiaoya shook her head in refusal. "Nope. I'll just do all my looking from here."
Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
After going to buy tickets, they went on a tour up the tower of the cathedral. Like most towers in this world, the cathedral's tower was quite small, and had no platforms at the corners where the stairs turned, so even a person turned to their side could only wait for all the people at the top to come down first.
When the weekend came, German's really enjoyed holding a super large mug of beer they couldn't hold with both hands while they drank and chatted, and if the sun was out, they would move the good times outdoors. They were a lively bunch, and this joyous mood was transmitted to anyone witnessing such a scene.
Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. If you're willing, regardless of what happens in the future, I'd like you allow me to be your only partner in this life, until death do us part."
Paris, the city of love, was a place lovers couldn't help themselves from yearning, as much as it was the embodiment of every girl's dreams.
Under the dancing lights of the tower, the two exchanged heated breaths as their lips joined in a warm, lingering, and ever deepening kiss. Like this, the two remained locked until the brilliant lights of that tower finally went out.
Paris, the city of love, was a place lovers couldn't help themselves from yearning, as much as it was the embodiment of every girl's dreams.
Xiaoya: "I will—I do."
While they were still on the train, Xiaoya saw the Cologne Cathedral from the window, then once she stood on the square and looked up, all the way to the top of the huge church, she couldn't help but exclaim in wonder, "It's so... magnificent—so incredible!"
Hearing her words, Lu Xiaobei kissed her lover's temple. "Life is indeed often chock-full of unknowns, but... I truly believe that no matter how many unforeseen incidents may occur, as long we met one another, you would become mine, and I would always become yours."
The winds blowing off the Rhine River were a bit strong that day, but not strong enough hinder their fervent hearts. After Xiaoya choose a spot, Lu Xiaobei hung their love lock.
Xiaoya: "Yeah, a little." Perhaps, it was because of the thought of Lu Xiaobei at her side, or perhaps her level of adaptability was just too high, whatever the reason, Xiaoya soon overcame her psychological hurdles and not only was her pace no longer sluggish, her steps were so brisk she could have been said to have flew. Even Lu Xiaobei had a bit of a hard time keeping up with her, and really suspected Xiaoya was attempting to make a comeback for a win.
Lu Xiaobei: "So... you're not scared of falling on me, then?"
Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei said to her, "Knowing in your heart it's here is enough, yeah?"
Hearing her words, Lu Xiaobei kissed her lover's temple. "Life is indeed often chock-full of unknowns, but... I truly believe that no matter how many unforeseen incidents may occur, as long we met one another, you would become mine, and I would always become yours."
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
"So... fifty years from now, I hope we'll be just like them, too."
"No, that's not what I'm trying to say." With a chuckle, Lu Xiaobei continued, "After they got married, they always went on walks together in the evening. It didn't matter if they were happy or unhappy that day, nor if they all sweet on each other or in the middle of a quarrel, they never really got mad at each other. My parents... their marriage had an unfortunate end, but my grandparents are the ones who taught me what an actual happy marriage was supposed to be. That's what I meant.
Xiaoya: "I will—I do."
Hearing her gush, Xiaoya covered her ears and declared, "Ah, you win. You don't need to tempt me any longer. I'll go with you to spend Christmas with your family."
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
The winds blowing off the Rhine River were a bit strong that day, but not strong enough hinder their fervent hearts. After Xiaoya choose a spot, Lu Xiaobei hung their love lock.
Lu Xiaobei: "Are you scared of heights? Do you want me to go in front?"
Then, to this lock engraved with their names, Xiaoya took a picture.
Hearing her words, Lu Xiaobei kissed her lover's temple. "Life is indeed often chock-full of unknowns, but... I truly believe that no matter how many unforeseen incidents may occur, as long we met one another, you would become mine, and I would always become yours."
After leaving the Cologne Cathedral, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to the Hohenzollern Bridge not too far away. On that bridge, hung countless locks in addition to many notes with messages."
Lu Xiaobei: "My grandma is beauty enthusiast who adores all things beauty related. She has loads of make-up and stuff and if you want to learn that stuff, she'll be happy to teach you. Or, if you'd like, she'll even go shopping with you. She's the absolute best advisor you could ever ask for."
Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei said to her, "Knowing in your heart it's here is enough, yeah?"
Xiaoya: "I will—I do."
But Xiaoya only smiled while she remained silent.
(-end-)
Believing in their hearts, this lock will lock their love, will lock their time together, forever and always.
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
Xiaoya: "I know it's unreasonable, but I can't help but feel like you'll always be there to catch me." Quite simply, Xiaoya genuinely did view Lu Xiaobei as some superhero from a comic.
Xiaoya: "W-wow?!"
Arc de Triomphe, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, the Champs-Élysées... Wherever Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya went to a scenic spot they took a pictures. Sometimes, they would hire a local tour guide to provide explanations, then after they had their were done playing around, they would take a tour bus to the next scenic spot.
With any painting they encountered, Lu Xiaobei was able to explain allusions behind the piece, from the the age of Greek gods to the Renaissance. They saw the smiling Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace... No matter which piece it was they saw, those works served as a witness to the most brilliant civilization and were the embodiment of that beauty.
Then the two tossed the sole key for the lock into Rhine, hoping that no one will ever open this lock of theirs again.
iana: This is it. It's time to say our final goodbyes. Thank you for reading my very first GL translation!!!!!! See you on the next one~(❁´◡`❁)
From the banks of the Seine River, it was possible to see the Eiffel Tower in the distance, but they were in no hurry to make their way to the tower. Even though it was indeed the most famous structure in Paris, because it was the "best dish" it was better to enjoy it at the end. So, they first made their way to the Louvre, entering through the golden pyramid where Xiaoya again experienced the profound knowledge of Lu Xiaobei.
Reaching out, Lu Xiaobei held onto Xiaoya's hand then asked her, "Does this make it a little better?"
Believing in their hearts, this lock will lock their love, will lock their time together, forever and always.
Lu XIaobei: "Yeah. They've been in love with one another for decades. When they were on their honeymoon, while my grandma was still young, she loved the chocolate here. But, despite my grandpa being a terrible cook, he learned to bake it especially for her. His chocolate cakes are out of this world, and he even asked me if you liked them. I told him you do. When we go see them this Christmas, you'll get to try it, too."
(-end-)
As was the same for Xiaoya who beamed, "This place is wonderful! No wonder you like it here, Captain."
Author's Note:
If It was me alone, I would've never been able to push ahead! Thank you again. Love you~
Ty for the translation :)
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