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Light&Night Translation: 郁晴集市

Cuckoo, cuckoo—— The sound of the alarm pierced through my deep sleep.

MC: "What time is it?!"

My awareness lags half a beat behind my body. Sleepily, I pressed the alarm clock at the edge of my desk.

The hands indicated it was 7 o'clock.

MC: "Oh, still early.."

The tenseness in my body immediately relaxed.

Fortunately, I stayed up until 3 am last night and completed most of it..

I rubbed my slightly swollen temples, and looked at the pink suit on the work desk that was nearing completion.

This is the first time I really voluntarily worked overtime. The owner of this outfit is not a VIP client of Warson, but——

Last week, I visited Charlie's house and came across a flocked cover notebook on a coffee table.

MC: "Hey, Charlie, what's this notebook here?" Charlie: "....I finished writing in it yesterday, and forgot to put it back inside the drawer." MC: "This isn't your diary, is it?" MC: "Placing it so out in the open, aren't you afraid I'll take a peek?"

Charlie: "Do you want to see it?"

Charlie raised his eyebrows, and looked at me rather seriously.

MC: "No, I'm only joking."

I patted him on the shoulder, handing him the notebook back.

MC: "Dear Mr. Charlie, whatever our relationship may be, I should be respectful regarding your privacy, right?" Charlie: "What if it's not private?"

I was taken aback. Placing a finger on the cover, Charlie slowly opened the notebook.

Several cut out photo's are stuck on the opened page, and the side column is reserved for a list written in familiar handwriting: boycott ivory products, rescue cats, burn fund...

MC: "Charlie, these are..." Charlie: "My charity notes."

And all at once, my heart became soft, like the tigers in the forest melting into butter.*

MC: "So these charity plans.. Can I come along?"

Charlie: "Why do you ask?"

Frowning, Charlie scrutinized my face. Seemingly unsuccessful to find the answer, he eventually sighed and smiled at me.

Charlie: "Haa.. If it's you, that's all I could wish for." Charlie: "There's a bazaar in Guangqi park this weekend, do you want go to? MC: "Of course."

However, just participating in the charity sale wasn't sufficient.

Brushing my fingers over the notebook's soft cover, I got an idea— Why not design a charity bazaar outfit for Charlie? Let him shine on the day of the event.

MC: "As for the design of the suit.. I always thought that Charlie, spring and desserts match very well together.

However, as it goes with "The Power for Love", there are always surprises— changes in plans and the changes not working out as expected, the outfit required a lot more work than I thought.

MC: "Ah.. and I only have 2 and a half hours left.."

The alarm set off again, and I noticed that the hands now "cruelly" indicated it was 8 o clock.

MC: "What, only an hour and a half left?!"

Muttering "Where did the time go?" as I continued working again.

MC: "Please, let me be able to finish it." *) This is likely a reference to the Story of Little Black Sambo. In the story, a boy who is wearing a colourful outfit, shoes and parasol encounters four hungry tigers, and he gives up his clothes and parasol in exchange for not being eaten. Each tiger wears one of his items: his shirt, pants, shoes and parasol. Each one thinks that they are the one that is the best dressed, and they get into a big argument and end up chasing each other around a tree until they turn into ghee (clarified butter). The boy then recovers his clothes and goes home to his parents, only to return later to collect the ghee, which is used to make striped pancakes.

In the original story and illustrations of 1899, Sambo is depicted as a South Indian or Tamil child, but when the book became successful, many counterfeits were produced that replaced the boy and his family for a stereotype of "black" people, in which the illustrations often depicted him as the hurtful Pickaninny racist caricature.

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Light&Night Translation: 我醉心乡

The last memories of that day are those of the sweet smell of grilled skewers, the sound of the cocktail shaker, the dance of light and shadow underneath the night sky, and the splendid stars that are spread across it.

The lights on the lawn dimmed one by one. We were on our way home, Jesse's arm was around me, and he held a bouquet of Peruvian lilies in his other hand.

MC: "Today was really as if we ran a store of our own. It's quite an achievement we managed to sell so much." Jesse: "Well, because my idea was really great right?" MC: "I deserve some credit for picking it up so quickly!" Jesse: "It surely was a team effort."

The city was fast asleep, with only the occasional scattered headlights passing us by.

Jesse: "I've been thinking how nice it would be to run a small business with you." Jesse: "Since you like designing, I even considered a clothing shop." Jesse: "We'd work from dawn til dusk, and live peacefully in a small town." MC: "It's nice to imagine. I could drive that fancy truck once in a while to go shopping." Jesse: "Yes, you'd be in charge of designing, and I would run errands, being at the mercy of the Miss."

We both laughed, knowing in our hearts it was but a daydream.

Jesse: "Ah, I'm content that I managed. Also, not to mention this."

He held up the bouquet of Peruvian lilies in his hand.

Jesse: "I'll mix you a cocktail as thanks." MC: "I look forward to it."

After flagging a taxi, Jesse opened the door for me.

Jesse: "Since it's late, and my house is closer, shall we go to my place to rest?" MC: "Yeah, then we could watch a movie tonight or something." Jesse: "Considering the late hour, you're rather energetic."

The next morning, my phone chimed and I sleepily picked it up to see a notification had appeared on the lock screen.

"Shocking! Well-known musical actor Jessie sells skewers part-time. Has the musical business declined this much?"

MC: .......

I was speechless as I scrolled down the page, a screenshot from Guangqi Forum was the first thing that caught my eye.

An anonymous account posted: "Isn't that Jesse?"

It would appear that Jesse had been recognized by his fans and it led to this "shocking" news story and I cried with laughter.

During breakfast, I nudged Jesse.

MC: "Look at your phone." Jesse: "Hm?"

Jesse opened the news feed and upon seeing the headline, burst out in laugher. But instead of closing the page, he zoomed into the photo and looked at it carefully.

MC: "Hm? What are you looking at?" Jesse: "Looking at you."

The part of the photo he zoomed in on showed me with my head down, working on the grill. The blurred image only caught half of my face in the frame.

The main star of the shocking news article looked at me with a cheeky grin, before starting to type on the phone in a quick manner.

Alarm bells ringing, I refreshed the page and a user with no avatar newly appeared in the comments.

MC: "...How can someone add to their own scandal." MC: "If they find out, you'll be in every gossip filled magazine."

Jesse looked up at me, green eyes alight with a look of innocence.

Jesse: "Because this isn't a scandal at all." MC: "Oh you—

I was about to finish my sentence when Jesse quickly put a piece of egg pancake in my mouth to block the words from coming out. Eyes slightly narrowed, he grinned like a victorious golden retriever.

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Light&Night Translation: 晚风送歌

The sun had already set in the west, and the cool evening wind announced the end of the day.

With stocks empty, we started to tidy the bar and prepare to close.

Though the bar was empty, the loudspeaker still played the cue that Jesse recorded while we were busy at lunchtime.

Loudspeaker: "If you want a cocktail, please order——"

Jesse immediately switched off the loudspeaker before continuing to clean the bar.

Jesse: "Are you tired?" MC: "Ah, after a day on my feet, I feel a little tired." MC: "But we're all sold out, so that's good." Jesse: "Yes, it was a very lucrative day."

Jesse shook an emptied wine bottle and placed it in a box full of others. After cleaning up everything, we sat down.

In the distance, the sounds of drums that announced the closing of the festival were accompanied by staggered spotlights that lit up the night and attracted crowds to the stage.

Jesse looked out and looked over to the plaza.

MC: "Want to go?" Jesse: "Yes, but aren't you tired?" MC: "A little.." Jesse: "Let's just go for a stroll there."

After discarding the remaining empty bottles, Jesse stood on his toes and pulled down the iron roller door to the shop.

Jesse: "Bye little shop."

We waved at the shop and turned towards the plaza's lawn.

At its centre, a small wine fountain was placed, which had quickly become the most popular attraction.

Jesse: "Would you like a drink?" MC: "Yeah sure!" MC: "With such a busy day and not a drop of wine, it's a good time to treat ourselves." Jesse: "Yeah, I was saving a glass for you, but that guy ended up downing three glasses in the blink of an eye." Jesse: "By the time I realized, it was all gone and there was nothing left." MC: "Well I'll keep it in mind that you owe me a drink." Jesse: "Of course, I always keep my promise to you." Jesse: "I'll soon learn how to make even more different cocktails, so I can treat you to more varieties next time."

I pointed to the wine fountain that was close by and surrounded by a crowd of people.

MC: "Until then, a red wine will do." Jesse: "Yes my lady."

Jesse took two glasses, filled them and upon returning, handing me one.

Jesse: "Miss, you sure worked hard today!" MC: "It's fine, having a good day today was the most important." MC: "And you have been working hard, too!"

From not too great a distance, a sound wave washed over me and the crowd erupted into cheers. Jesse couldn't hear my reply and I had to call out to him with my hands around my mouth.

MC: " —having a good day today—"

Jesse smiled and held out his hand. I took it and 'rescued' him from the crowd before they got too close. He jumped on me, gave me a big hug and held on like a wombat.

MC: "You're just as clingy as Eddie." Jessie: "No, I'm surely more clingy than Eddie, right?"

Jessie put his arms around me and rubbed his hair against my neck.

We sat down by the fountain, leisurely sipping the wine, watching people come and go, some of the tents already lit up on the lawn. The early spring breeze blew across the lawn, leaving a trace of cold behind. I shivered.

Jesse: "Are you cold?" MC: "A little."

Warmth spread to my shoulders and body as Jessie leaned over and held me. The temperature increased with the friction of the clothes and warmth spread along where we touched.

Jesse: "It is my job to be Sister's heater."

His head rubbed against my neck, the brush of soft hair adding to the heat of my cheeks.

Lowering my head, I clinked my glass to his with a crisp sound.

MC: "To our perfect day." Jesse: "To every day we spend together."

Also raising his glass, Jesse gently clinked it with mine. Just then the musical fountain behind us sprayed water high up into the sky. A dance of light and shadow, painting his figure in beautiful colours. It was a sight I'll remember for a long time to come. Translation Index

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Light&Night Translation: 一日大厨

The amount of people gradually increased around noon, and it became more and more busy at the bar.

Jesse was busy sorting out wines, bottles and jars, while I set up the grill. This is the perfect time of the year for barbecue.

Taking a better look at the double grill on the side of the bar, I noticed the lower part was good for grilling skewers, and the upper plate would be suitable for vegetables.

Nodding contentedly, I opened the cardboard box that had been delivered earlier today.

MC: "What?"

Even after opening several cardboard boxes, I only found different kinds of fruits, but not a single box of meat skewers.

Seeing me stunned on the spot, Jesse came over.

Jesse: "What's going on?" MC: "Where are the meat skewers we ordered? Why are there no boxes?”

Jessie frowned as well.

Jesse: "I'll ask about it."

At once, Jesse started calling several people to inquire about the missing meat skewers. After ending the 4th call, the expression on his face was one of worry.

Jesse: "The staff didn't bring over two boxes full of skewers, and we didn't think to check beforehand.." Jesse: "The truck will be here in about an hour, so in the meantime, we'll have to sell something else." MC: "But noon is the best time to sell meat skewers, so if you miss this opportunity, you might not be able to sell them later." Jesse: "I have a secret recipe, just wait and see."

Right away, Jesse removed the sign, put on his apron and stood in front of the cutting board with me. I was tasked with dicing the fruit, while Jesse lit up the charcoal and began to grill the fruit skewers he had come up with.

Pieces of apple, pineapple and oranges were neatly placed on the grill, looking like a flower tapestry from a distance. Jesse prepared the seasoning and turned the skewers with great skill.

I couldn't help but lean over for a better look.

MC: "Is this really something that would taste good after being grilled?" Jesse: "I thought you said I had a talent for cooking? Don't you believe in me any longer?" MC: "It looks so strange.." Jesse: "Trust in Boss Jesse's vision."

Jesse looked as if he had everything under control, humming a tune as he turned the skewers, looking as if he had done it for years.

In the heat of the charcoal, the fruit gradually became a little transparent, and the wine and honey that was spread over them shone and looked especially delectable in the light of the sun.

Jesse picked up a skewer and took a bite.

Jesse: "Ah, this is the taste!"

He gently blew on it and held it in front of my mouth.

Jesse: "Miss, you're invited to try Boss Jesse's special fruit skewers.”

I carefully took a bite of the apple. The steaming, soft flesh melted in my mouth, filling it with a sweetness which was surprisingly delicious.

Jesse: "What do you think? Not bad, huh?" MC: "Indeed, I want another!"

Jesse picked up another skewer from the grill and handed it to me.

MC: "You really are a talented chef, Tangyuan." Jesse: "Hah, necessity is the mother of invention after all." MC: "Eh?" Jesse: "Two years ago, I had to play a skinny character role and had to be on a restricted diet for a while." Jesse: "During my time off, I looked up recipes and tried new recipes that included fruit." MC: "And that's when you became a master of fruit."

I joked in a laughing manner, turned to the grill and began to try and recreate Jesse's secret fruit recipe.

MC: "Turn it frequently and then..."

Caught off guard when I sensed his body heat at my back , Jesse embraced me and covered my hands with his.

Jesse: "Follow my lead."

Warm breath caressed the side of my face and involuntarily, heat crept up to the tips of my ears.

Jesse: "When it's become transparent, brush it with the seasoning that I have prepared here. Jesse: "That's it, there's not much to it." MC: "Uhm.."

Around the plaza, people were coming and going. Some passed by the bar, and when they saw we were still closed, they left.

MC: "Let's open up."

Handing over the signboard to Jesse, he quickly wrote "Fruit BBQ" and placed it on the bar.

The shop remained open, bartending equipment in full use, and the grill filled with the fruit skewers we had prepared earlier.

The sign attracted several passers-by, and within minutes we both were busy at the bar.

Jesse: "Please order your cocktails here. After you ordered fruit beer, please get it from the beer barrel. The barbecue is over there~” MC: "Here are your fruit skewers, be careful, they're hot!" Jesse: "Careful with the peach mojito!"

Words meeting in the air mixed with the noise of the people, we couldn't help but smile at one another.

A little later, the missing meat skewers and grilled fish were delivered, and Jesse volunteered to help me prepare the sauce.

MC: "I want to try it first!" Jesse: "No problem! The first bite of new dishes will always be reserved for you, of course.”

A skewer was given to me, and I took a bite that was full of flavour. Translation Index

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Ty for your lovely translations<3. Do you translate card stories as well?

Hello hello! ヾ(°∀° ) Thank you for your kind message! You're very welcome, I'm happy my translations can help people enjoy this game!

Ahh the card stories are really quite long.. 💦 The event stories are only about 60 lines so I can do them relatively quickly if I didn't spend hours nitpicking over literally every sentence to make sure the it's both nice to read but also a good translation

I really wanted to share the Butler Xiao Yi/春色撩人 card story I got a few days ago, but with two jobs and the event translations, it's quite a slow progress, so I didn't get very far yet.. Σ(〃▽〃٥)

Also I usually have terrible luck in any gacha game, so I'm sure that what few card stories I have available, will likely already have been translated by others? I went all out on Xiao Yi's card because I have a thing for suits, but in general I try to use gacha as little as possible until summer time and the swimsuit cards are out ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) Maybe I could post a pic of what I have available and let people vote on which I could translate, but for now, I'll do my best to translate the event and Butler Xiao Yi's stories first.

I do a lot of translating on the go, so if people have a card I don't have but can throw the text script my way, I could probably look into it at some time. However, this is probably very difficult for people who can't write Chinese.. Σ(•́ω•̀๑)

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Same anon from before! Ty for replying to me TT. Your translations are super helpful! I only speak canto/learning the traditional characters, so I can only lurk around for translation crumbs. <3 Really love your tumblr layout. Please keep up the good work.

You're so welcome!! I will do my best to provide nice bread roll translations for everyone, not just crumbs! ღ🍞ღﾟ∀ﾟ*) I'm so happy my translations are of use. ♪ The theme was made by someone else (you can find the creator site in the bottom right corner), but I tried to give it a nice L&N feel. I wanted the banner to randomly show one of the guys but I haven’t gotten around to writing the script just yet. Good luck with your studies!! (๑•̀ㅂ•́)و✧ 加油!

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Light&Night Translation: 繁花与共

For the first time since ages, I got up early, and opened the curtains to allow the sunlight to stream leisurely inside. I got ready quickly, and stepped outside of the apartment while thinking about the little surprise I had ordered as soon as I could. When I looked up, I froze in place.

Jesse: "(MC), good morning!"

Jesse waved at me in a grand gesture full of liveliness. But that wasn't the issue. Looking behind him in curiosity, where an orange truck was parked, I pointed to it somewhat hesitantly.

MC: "What is..?" Jesse: "Ah, I borrowed this from Monkey, it's great for transporting all the supplies we bought yesterday.” Jesse: "I also chose the colour to match the ambiance." Jesse: "What do you think, looks good?"

The vivid orange colour complimented his bright smile, and I couldn't disagree with him.

MC: "Did you adapt to the role of shop manager so quickly?" Jesse: "This is called the actor's self-cultivation."

Jesse opened the passenger door and invited me in.

Jesse: "If you please, miss."

While on the way to Guangqi Plaza in this flamboyant truck, I looked outside of the window and saw many passers-by looking at it. When we arrived, Jesse and the festival staff began to unload the goods. However, I had planned to use this time to pick up the surprise I had planned.

MC: "Give me a minute, I'm going to pick something up." Jesse: "Hm? Is there something missing?" MC: "It's a secret."

Following his example of looking away, I headed to the flower shop at the other side of the plaza.

Flower shop keeper: "Here are the Peruvian lilies you ordered."

I exited the flower shop with a huge bouquet of Peruvian lilies that almost blocked the entirety of my view, their bright colours dancing in my hands in the most striking manner.

A flower shop clerk behind was pushing a cart filled with 2 more flower bouquets.

Now, it was Jesse's turn to look at me in astonishment.

Jesse: "Are these..? Peruvian lilies*?"

The flower shop clerk placed the bouquets on the bar, greeted us and left.

MC: "Yes, I have prepared these as gifts for our shop in advance." Jesse: "I don't suppose these are for me."

Jesse's brow creased with a look of resignation. I looked at him and laughed, before reaching out and handing him the bouquet.

MC: "Just kidding! Who else could they be for?"

Jesse, holding the bouquet, blinked at me and gave me a sudden, bright smile.

Placing the bouquet on the bar, there didn't seem any room in the midst of bottles and other bartending equipment, and he scratched his head nervously.

MC: "Maybe put it elsewhere?" Jesse: "Don't worry, I have an idea."

He untied the bouquet and took a Peruvian lily.

One by one, he placed the stems into a glass vase, and I realized that the orange Peruvian lilies, tightly bunched together, looked similar to bright flames of a fire.

Jesse: "I declare that these will be the logo of our little shop."

The flowers gently swayed in the breeze, like a good blessing. We gathered the other flowers and retied the straps. Jesse held them up and placed them in his backpack. MC: "Don't forget them when you leave in the evening." Jesse: "I couldn’t forget anything that was given to me by you." Jesse started to organize the bottles, cans and other supplies he brought. I took apart the other bouquets and decorations on the bar and started setting everything up. Jesse: "I didn't expect you'd prepare all this." MC: "Since we're in charge for the day, we have to properly set it up." Jesse cheerfully helped me set the ladder and hung the final two stars on the ceiling. All of the decorations were in place, except of two Peruvian lilies that I held in my hand. Jesse: "Great job!" He looked as excited as a big, jumpy golden retriever. Looking at the flowers in my hand, I suddenly knew a good spot for them. Jesse: "Eh?!" The final two flowers decorated Jesse's head, as if they were a pair of furry ears that rested gently on his hair. MC: "How cute! Doesn't it look like floppy ears?" Jesse: "If ears could telegraph one's mood, they would be like this.” Using his hands, he perked up his 'ears', like those of a cheerful golden retriever. I couldn't hold back a laugh. The warm spring breeze blew, causing the two beautiful Peruvian lilies in their vase to sway gently, just like we did.

*) They are Jesse's signature flower. ↴

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Update 03/20: 3rd image was added.

Translation of the 随笔 / Notes from Jesse's 迷醉时节 event. This post will be updated to include the other ones as I unlock them.

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Light&Night Translation: 店长体验

It was a beautiful spring day and the sun was shining down on us, adding even more joy to our already cheerful hearts. Jesse and I sauntered through the shopping mall, arm in arm.

Jesse: “Here, let me.”

He took the shopping bag from my hand and added it to the large bag he was already carrying in his other hand.

MC: “Aren't you tired?” Jesse: “No, not at all.” MC: “I bought a lot of things, so thank you for coming with me today.” Jesse: "Don’t mention it, I said I would accompany you, so I will be at your disposal today.” MC: “Thank you for your help.”

I looked around, and spotted a milk tea shop.

MC: “Let's go, we'll have milk tea together.” Jesse: "As you wish, miss.”

After placing our orders, we took a seat. The shaker in the clerk's hand made the clear sound of ice as it was shook, and Jesse watched the clerk for a moment.

MC: “Hm? What are you looking at?” Jesse: “He is not shaking it correctly, too much force will cause the icecubes to shatter.” MC: “Pffft, looks like your efforts to research bartending paid off.”

When I visited Jesse last week, he happened to be fiddling with bartending related equipment.

MC: “Eh? With such professional looking equipment, are you planning to open up a bar?” Jesse: "Something like that. I'm playing a barman in my next play, so I'm trying learn bartending in a short amount of time.”

There were books about cocktails spread across the table, which he had been studying earlier. I decided to encourage him trying it out.

MC: “Just follow the instructions by the book, I would like to try one of these!”

When a messy cocktail was placed on the table, I suddenly wasn't so sure any more.

MC: “....Is this really potable?”

Jesse scratched his head in embarrassment.

Jesse:  “I may have poured it too quickly, causing the layers to mix up so they are no longer visible..”

I gathered the courage to try a sip, but Jesse stopped me.

Jesse: “Let me, in case there are any issues with it...”

His voice quieted with every word, and then he took a sip.

When the glass was placed back on the table, no second sip was ever taken.

It seems that his skills have improved a lot after practise.

Jesse: “I've visited several bars in the past week to learn the ropes and I have gotten better.” MC: “Our Tangyuan appears a diligent student!” Jesse: "Of course, when it comes to work, I'm very dedicated.” MC: “So when can I try one of your drinks? I'd like to see the progress of the bartender!” Jesse: "By the way, there an opportunity appeared.” Jesse: "Monkey was supposed to look after the shop for his sister at the liquor festival that is held at Guangqi Plaza next week.” Jesse: “However, he already had an appointment for that day, so he was desperately trying to enlist my help selling cocktails and kebabs.” Jesse:  "Jesse, being a shop manager for a day is a tailor-made opportunity in preparation of your role in the play."

He imitated Monkey's voice so accurately that I couldn't help but laugh out loud.

MC: “It seems like fun, and in addition, it gives you some experience running an establishment.” Jesse: "Would you like to join me?” MC: “Sure! I look after the bar with you, as an extra set of hands.” Jesse:  “Great! Then, can I rely on you, "boss lady for a day"?” MC: “How did I get promoted to boss lady so quickly?”

He leaned back in his chair with a smug look, as if he had no care in the world.

Jesse: "Do you have a problem with it?” MC: “...You're really getting good at scheming, you cunning Tangyuan.”

Despite my words, I felt a hint of growing excitement in my heart. Managing our little shop together seemed really interesting. I began to think if I could prepare something as well—

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Light & Night Translation: 新的启程

After a hard day's work, the cafe and the dogs are ready for the opening tomorrow. The four of us were seated by the window, sipping Qiao Yun's freshly brewed coffee.

Qiao Yun: "Thank you for all the help today." MC: "You're welcome, and we'd like to thank you for taking in Snowball!" Li Yu: "When the cafe is running smoothly, we will surely treat you again." Xiao Yi: "No problem."

Suddenly, I remembered our other reason for our visit, and tugged on Xiao Yi's sleeve.

Xiao Yi: "What is it?" MC: "The digital piano we were going to return to Li Yu is still in the car." Xiao Yi: "Ah, thanks for the reminder." Xiao Yi: "Li Yu, your digital piano is in my car, it's about time to give it back to you."

Hearing Xiao Yi's words, Li Yu hung his head and sighed.

Li Yu: "Yeah.. If you hadn't mentioned it, I'd have forgotten all about it." Qiao Yun: "Digital piano?" Li Yu: "Remember I told you I used to play in a band?" Qiao Yun: "That's from your past time in Guangqi, right?" MC: "Eh? Doesn't she know about you being the keyboardist of the band, or even about being the leader?" Li Yu: "Qiao Yun was my high school classmate, but we have been out of touch for years." Qiao Yun: "Li Yu returned here only a few months ago, and that's when we met again." MC: "So that's how it is." Li Yu: "I didn't think I'd ever return to Guangqi." Li Yu: "That's why I have given the digital piano to you, who was still around." Xiao Yi: "In any case, you've come back now." Li Yu: "Ah, I suppose this is what life is, you can't ever foresee what will happen next."

Li Yu turned to Qiao Yun who was seated besides him. Compared to a few months ago, the dark colour of night that lived in his eyes had dissolved into a new dawn about to break.

Qiao Yun: "Yes, if it wasn't for Li Yu, I wouldn't have come to Guangqi, let alone open up a cafe." MC: "Why would you say that?" Qiao Yun: "Ever since I was a child, I dreamed of coming to a big city like Guangqi, not wanting to remain in my hometown for the rest of my life." Qiao Yun: "But life is always full of surprises, and then I rescued Black back in college." MC: "I know that one, the large black dog with a gentle nature." Qiao Yun: "Ah, he is also the oldest dog in the cafe." Qiao Yun: "Throughout the years, I adopted many dogs, one after another, and over time, they have become part of the family." Qiao Yun: "The dream of living in a big city still lingered in my mind, but when I thought of leaving these guys.."

Shaking her head with a helpless smile, even with the cafe opening so soon, these were Qiao Yun's thoughts that were still in her heart.

Qiao Yun: "It wasn't until after the class reunion that I confessed my inner turmoil to Li Yu." Li Yu: "And that's when I suggested Qiao Yun to open a pet cafe in Guangqi, so the dog problem would be solved." Li Yu: "In addition, Qiao Yun is an excellent barista." Qiao Yun: "If it wasn't for him, I might not have been able to make my dream come true."

Qiao Yun looked at Li Yu, her eyes shining with endless longing for the future.

Xiao Yi: "One day maybe, Li Yu will also chase his dream." Li Yu: "Perhaps, who can tell?" Xiao Yi: "And if not, at least now you have found someone better than me to hold on to your dreams." Li Yu: "Haven't you as well?"

Sitting at opposite ends of the table, the two smiled at each other, smiles that contained both life's emotion and shared sympathy for the other. Some time later, Li Yu and Xiao Yi moved the digital piano to a corner of the cafe.

Li Yu: "This is a good spot." Qiao Yun: "I was at a loss what to do with this space, but it seemed it was meant to be here." Xiao Yi: "Since it's finally at home, how about a song?" Li Yu: "Actually, I recently wrote a song for you, Qiao Yun." Qiao Yun: "Eh?" Li Yu: "I was going to let you know when the cafe opened." Li Yu: "But since it's special moment, so let's ask Xiao Yi and MC to be our audience." MC: "How wonderful!"

Li Yu sat down at the digital piano, his slender fingers stroking the keys, as if in greeting after a long absence. With flowing movements, a beautiful melody drifted through the cafe. Li Yu's voice gave a softness to the slightly jazzy lyrics.

Li Yu: "A  long rainy season, wet roads, no longer travelling solo.. ♪"

Suddenly, I heard Xiao Yi humming along with the melody, the sound of it like a feather brushing upon my heart, gently against my ear.

Li Yu: "The endless sea, the drifting clouds, you helped me find the reason of existence..  ♪"

I couldn't help myself leaning my head on Xiao Yi's shoulder, and he reached out to hold me, interlocking our fingers.

Once, Xiao Yi told me I was the one who kept his dream for him. What was his dream? I never knew. But at that moment, I secretly decided, that no matter what his dream, I want to make it come true, together with him. To one day, go with him to enjoy the sight of the sea.

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Light&Night Translation: 爱与陪伴

Thanks to both our efforts, the area that had been empty before, was now decorated in a warm and loving way. Several round cushions were placed in the corner, next to it, toys and little hats for the dogs were neatly arranged on a shelf.

I was sitting on a cushion with a fluffy yellow dog laying next to me, with "Cheese" written on the banana that was tied around his neck.

MC: "Are all the dogs here adopted by Li Yu?" Xiao Yi: "Most of them are." Xiao Yi: "There are a few of them rescued by benefactors and sent here for different reasons."

I noticed that some of the dogs carried scars or other marks of past injuries, like Cheese, whose tail was shorter compared to the other dogs. Noticing my stare, Cheese looked up at me with shining eyes, and wagged its tail. I couldn't refrain from reaching out to pat Cheese's head, but it withdrew from me, seemingly frightened.

MC: "Ah... What happened just now?" Xiao Yi: "It's a stress reaction, it might have feared that you would hit it." MC: "Why? Did something happen in its past?" Xiao Yi:  "Well, I don't know for sure what happened, but it seems it had not lived a happy life before." Xiao Yi: "Stray animals may not just starve or get wet outside in the rain, but could also become a target for people to vent their anger."

Xiao Yi's words made my heart feel heavy, and I thought of the animals at Xiao Yi's place. It's a good thing that the dogs here are no longer straying outside, and, like Xiao Xiao Er*, have met good people.

I looked up at Xiao Yi, who looked at me with a smile on his face. Time seemed to stretch as we looked at each other, and everything slowed down until violent barking broke the silence.

MC: "What's going on?"

Following the sound, I found Cheese barking angrily at a big dog named Black.

Xiao Yi: "It's alright, leave it to me."

Xiao Yi walked quickly to the "crime scene" and took Cheese and Black away, and tied them in different corners of the room. Despite the distance between them, Cheese continued to bark at Black, and it took a while until it calmed down again.

MC: “Do they not get along?” Xiao Yi: "No, it's just that Cheese is afraid of Black." MC: “Eh? But it was barking so ferociously, and Black was looking rather intimidated." Xiao Yi: "To put it simply, Cheese was just 'bluffing’." Xiao Yi: "Don't be fooled by the barking, what it's really saying is "Don't come any closer!"

Xiao Yi's imitation made me laugh, but recalling the scene, Cheese was indeed backing away even while barking fiercely.

MC: "So, will they fight when we aren't here?" Xiao Yi: "They might, but with proper training, situations like these can be avoided. MC: "It sounds like you have experience with this." Xiao Yi: "You can say that. Xiao Xiao Er had several bad habits when it just arrived.” Xiao Yi: "It chewed on a lot of my belongings, and often bared its teeth to me." MC: "I haven't noticed any of those bad habits." Xiao Yi: "Li Yu asked me to help him out several times, usually to teach him about dog training." MC: "Of course, it would be bad if the dogs misbehaved around guests." Xiao Yi: "It's also that they want guests to be able to take the dogs home to take care of them." MC: "It's not an easy task, I really admire Li Yu and Qiao Yun.” MC: "If Snowball doesn't get a new owner within a few months, we can take it home, right?" Xiao Yi: "Of course, since having you, the family has been expanding and becoming more lively, and that's not a bad thing at all."

*) One of the dogs Xiao Yu takes care of. Except for the turtle whose name "Xiao Huolong/萧火龙" is a joke on how Charmander is called in China), they are all named Xiao Xiao (萧小), followed by a number. The cat is called Xiao Xiao Yi (1), and three dogs are called Xiao Xiao Er (2), Xiao Xiao San (3), Xiao Xiao Si (4). He nicknamed the heroine Xiao Xiao Wu (5). Translation Index

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Hello~ just wanted to say thank you for the translations 😭much appreciated💕This might be obvious but is Osborn your bias 🤣?

Ahh thank you so much! I was thinking that maybe there might not be any interest in these translations, so I was happy to read your message! (❁´◡`❁) The next part should hopefully be up in a little while!

I remember it was a promotional image of Evan that initially got me to play this game, but very quickly Osborn won me over (´▽`人)♡

Still love Evan a lot, though! After all, I wouldn't have started playing if it wasn't for him and my weakness for men in suits ~(￣▽￣~)

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The event is really cute and funny, but aiyaa it’s too much text to translate, so I’ll pass this time. _(:3 」∠)_ That first line is a MOOD though lmao 100% me every time I come home from work If anyone has any translation requests feel free to message me, though I can’t promise anything. Especially for the rare card stories I will require a script or screenshots of everything because RNGesus hates me and only gives me 3 star Qi Sili knowing full well I’m scared of him (°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥꒳°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥* )

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Light&Night Translation: 温韾餐区

In the cafe, Xiao Yi and I were taking the table number plates out of their boxes.

MC: "It's your turn, guess what kind of dog is on the number plate I have here?" Xiao Yi: "Let me think."

Xiao Yi took the box from my hand, pretending to study it and shook it by his ear.

Xiao Yi: "It's a bulldog."

I opened the box and there, sitting on the base with the table number, was none other than a confident looking bulldog.

MC: "Correct again!" MC: "You're too good at this."

I lifted the box to study it closer, but Xiao Yi snapped his fingers to get my attention and pointed to the box in front of him.

Xiao Yi: "It's your turn." MC: "Well, I'm guessing dobermann!"

Xiao Yi unwrapped the plate, and it featured a shar pei that started at me with big eyes.

MC: "I got it wrong again.."

Xiao Yi and I guessed a total of three rounds, and so far, I only managed to guess the first one correctly. But Xiao Yi miraculously got it right three times in a row, a fact that had me pouting a little.

Xiao Yi: "What? Are you pouty about losing?" MC: "I was just thinking how it's quite a coincidence that you managed to guessed right three times in a row!" Xiao Yi: "It's not a coincidence." Xiao Yi: "You didn't know this about me, but actually I have the gift of see-through sight." MC: "Eh?" MC: "How is it that I have never seen you make use of this talent before?" Xiao Yi: "Because I only discovered it today."

The smug expression on Xiao Yi's face only appeared when he was fooling me, so I immediately pretended to fall for it.

MC: "So tell me, what is Snowball doing now?"

I pointed at the wall, where behind, out of sight, was an area especially prepared for Snowball by Qiao Yun. Since Snowball is still a young puppy, he receives extra care separately from the other dogs for now.

Xiao Yi: "Let me see..."

Xiao Yi pretentiously gazed at the wall, eyes slightly narrowed, and a smile tugging at the corners of his lips.

Xiao Yi: "I see, Snowball is currently asleep on his back." Xiao Yi: "Limbs splayed out, similar to how you sleep." MC: "I don't sleep like that!" Xiao Yi: "It was yesterday, you slept on the sofa at my place with Snowball. The both of you were sleeping in exactly the same position." MC: "That's... I was sleepy from working late..."

I was a little embarrassed to admit it. Originally, I was to bring Snowball to the cafe yesterday, but I ended up falling asleep at Xiao Yi's place after staying up too late recently.

Xiao Yi: "That's what you said last time too when you fell asleep at my house." MC: "Let's not talk about me anymore, and better hurry and set this up.."

I placed the box on the table and proceeded to fold it into a flat shape for recycling, when suddenly I saw an inconspicuous label on the box. "Animal table number plate (Bulldog model) So this is what Xiao Yi's so called gift of see-through sight originates from. Why didn't I notice this label sooner! Although I now uncovered Xiao Yi's little trick, I pretended not to be aware and set up the tables together with him.

Xiao Yi: "The tablecloths and flowers are ready, but we are still missing a few more table number plates." MC: "I'll get them!"

I took this chance to stealthily read the label of the two boxed table number plates in my hand. Returning to Xiao Yi, I tapped him on his shoulder in a gesture of having something to say to him. Xiao Yi leaned down and I leaned my face to his ear, trying to keep my excitedly beating heart in check and whispering to him.

MC: "I have a secret to tell you." Xiao Yi: "How mysterious." MC: "Just a moment ago, there was a sudden flash of light before me, and now I too have the gift of see-through sight!" MC: "So let's play another round!" Xiao Yi: "How impressive, let's play again."

With the model numbers written down, I guessed the table number plate in Xiao Yi's hand without a hitch. Then, it was Xiao Yi's turn to guess the one I was holding. When he tried to take the box from me, I held onto it, and kept the labelled side away so he couldn't read it.

Xiao Yi: "Why won't you give it to me?" MC: "You said you had the gift of see-through sight, so you should be able to see while I hold it, right?"

Now wearing the same smug expression as he was earlier, I was curious as to how he would respond. As expected, Xiao Yi's expression was a little worried.

Xiao Yi: "Aiyaa, it would seem that my gift of see-through sight is no longer working."

Seeing right through his little act, I didn't let him off the hook so easily.

MC: "Didn't you still have it just now? How could it suddenly stop working?" Xiao Yi:  "Because, only a few minutes ago, I passed my gift of see-through sight to a clever little egg."

He tapped the tip of my nose with a loving smile on his face. And only then I realized that it was all an act by Xiao Yi, who had already been aware I had uncovered the truth. Translation Index

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Translation of the 随笔 / Notes from the 犬与好天气 event. Translation Index

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Light&Night Translation: 快乐领地 | Happy Territory

Small disclaimer: I’m not fluent at Chinese (and English isn’t my first language either), so there may be errors.

Li Yu's cafe is divided into two areas, the cafe area at the front, and a special play area for dogs in the back. Looking around, I could see the area for the dogs was warmly designed, but looked a little bare, as it hadn't been furnished yet. In a corner, several bags and other miscellaneous stuff was placed, and I opened them to see they were filled with a lot of dog toys and decorations.

MC: “These were what Qiao Yun was talking about, right? Let's help putting everything in place.“ Xiao Yi: “There's no need to rush, let's play with the dogs first.“ MC: “Eh?“ Xiao Yi: “Recently, they have been busy with the cafe, so I guess the dogs were only taken out for their morning and evening walk.” Xiao Yi: “These guys probably haven't had anyone to play with for several days.” MC: “Well, it's true, spending time with someone is important for dogs as well.“ MC: “So, how should we play with them?“ Xiao Yi: “This is a fun one.” Xiao Yi: “Let’s see who can return the ball to me the fastest.” Xiao Yi took a rugby ball toy out of the bag, and squeezed it twice in his hand, the sharp squeak immediately earned the attention of every single dog in the room.

He lifted his arm and threw the ball to the other side of the room, the dogs turning and chasing after it, and the tippy tappy sounds of the many paws filled the room. MC: “What a great sight to see...” After a short while, a brown dog returned the ball to Xiao Yi. Xiao Yi: “Good boy.” Xiao Yi patted the dog’s head and gave it a few treats. MC: “I wonder what it’s named?” Xiao Yi: “Let’s see.“ Xiao Yi crouched down to read the name tags hanging on the dog’s collar, which every dog was wearing. Xiao Yi: “It’s called... Chocolate.“ MC: “It’s a little difficult to read the tags...” MC: “Oh! That’s it!” Xiao Yi: “You got a good idea just now?“ MC: “Wait and see.“ From one of the bags in the corner, I took a triangle shaped fabric pack for making dog bandanas. Aside from being able to make your own dog bandana, it also came with fabric patches, embroidered with a variety of characters and letters. Kneeling down, I began to search for the letters for the name "Chocolate", when after a while, Xiao Yi tapped me on my shoulder. Xiao Yi: “Staying in that position will tire you out, come sit down.” Xiao Yi found a large cushion and placed it on the floor, sitting on one half of it while patting the other, gesturing me to take a seat. The cushion was barely large enough for the two of us, so my side was pressed closely against Xiao Yi, and I felt the warmth radiating from his body. MC: “Isn’t this.. Isn’t it too hot like this?” Xiao Yi: No, it could even be a bit hotter.” MC: “Eh?!“ MC: “Let’s... Let’s find the remaining letters for Chocolate’s name!” Xiao Yi: All right. I moved the bag in front of us, and started rummaging through it, and Xiao Yi lowered his head and joined me in my search. Our faces were so close together, that I could feel Xiao Yi's breath, scenting of black cedar, gently blowing on my face. It was a distinct and cool scent, but at the same time warm, like him, seemingly cold from the outside, while within was a heart that was warmer and more gentle than most. The dogs circle around us, curious about what we were upto. MC: “Cho.... Co..“ Xiao Yi: “Here, I got ‘late’.“ MC: “Thank you.“ I took the patches from Xiao Yi’s hand, and soon enough, a bandana with the name “Chocolate” was all done. I tied it around Chocolate's neck, and the dog smiled at me cheerfully, turning in circles with his tongue sticking out. Xiao Yi: “Well, he looks rather pleased with it.” MC: “I should make one for all of them!“ Xiao Yi: “You should. If you don’t mind, I’ll help you out.” MC: “Being assisted by Boss Xiao, how could I refuse?“ So, while I sewed the bandana's, Xiao Yi helped finding the letter patches, and after a while, every dog was wearing a bandana with its own name. Xiao Yi had tied the bandana on the last dog, but I was still working. Xiao Yi: “Why are you making another? Don't you have enough?” MC: “Oh no, this one is for a rather big dog.” Holding up the completed bandana in my hand, on which the name "Boss Xiao" was embroidered. Xiao Yi: “Aren’t you a little cheeky, calling me a dog.“ Xiao Yi: “But I had a similar idea.” MC: “?” Xiao Yi took three embroidery stickers from the side, which formed the words "Xiao Xiao Wu*" Xiao Yi: “Could I commission a great designer to make another one?” Xiao Yi: “One for you, one for me, that way, we will be the perfect match.” *) If I recall correctly, Xiao Yi takes care of several stray dogs and a cat, which are all called Xiao Xiao (萧小) , followed by a number. So there’s Xiao Xiao Yi (1), Xiao Xiao  Er (2) Xiao Xiao San (3), Xiao Xiao Si (4), and at some point he names the MC Xiao Xiao Wu (5) after hearing her stomach growl. Translation Index