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Chapter 440 The Movie YMCA Dinner

Outside the cinema.

"Shen Jun, what is a movie?" Tidom asked curiously, looking at the cinema plastered with movie posters.

"What is a movie?" Shen Yun was taken aback, stumped by Tidom's question.

It's not that Shen Yun doesn't understand movies, but rather that he doesn't know how to use the vocabulary that Tidhomme knows to describe them.

"During the Heian period, when Tidom lived, there must have been musicals, right?" Shen Yun asked, carefully choosing his words.

Japan's Heian period coincided with the mid-to-late Tang Dynasty, and the knowledge brought back from the Tang Dynasty by Japanese envoys had already taken root and flourished in Japan.

Song and dance dramas were the most popular form of entertainment in the Tang Dynasty.

The "singing girl" in the poem "The Singing Girl Doesn't Know the Sorrow of a Fallen Nation" refers to a female entertainer or performer who sings, dances, and plays.

Having thoroughly studied the Tang Dynasty for 300 years, Japan naturally also adopted Tang music, song and dance drama.

It even gave rise to court music and dance with a Japanese style.

"A musical? Yes, there are." Tidom recalled for a moment, then nodded and said.

"You can think of a movie as a large-scale musical," Shen Yun said.

"I see." Tidom nodded, a hint of anticipation appearing on her pretty face.

Upon entering the cinema, Shen Yun glanced at the screenings. The movie currently showing was "Kikujiro's Summer".

After glancing at the other movies and finding nothing particularly interesting, Shen Yun bought two tickets for "Kikujiro's Summer," along with a large bucket of popcorn and two Cokes, before taking Tidhomme into the theater.

The screening room, dimly lit, was filled with many old-fashioned seats.

Directly in front of these seats, an old-fashioned projection screen hangs on the wall of the screening room.

Perhaps because it wasn't prime time, there weren't many people in the theater, and there were quite a few empty seats.

Looking at the somewhat dated screening room, a hint of nostalgia flashed in Shen Yun's eyes.

Tidhomme followed beside Shen Yun, also looking around the screening room with curious eyes. After seeing the stage with an old-fashioned projection screen, he lowered his voice and said, "This stage is so small, it probably can't be used for musicals."

"Well..." Shen Yun scratched his head, unsure how to explain, and could only vaguely say, "You'll find out soon enough. If you know beforehand, you'll miss out on a lot of the surprise."

"I understand." Tidom nodded and didn't ask any further questions.

Shen Yun breathed a sigh of relief and led Tidom to their seats, where they sat down side by side.

They had barely sat down when the lights in the screening room suddenly went out with a "snap".

The entire screening room was plunged into darkness, and Tidhomm was startled by the sudden lights going out.

Then, the faint sound of the old-fashioned projector turning the film reel came from the projection room at the back.

The projection screen in front of them suddenly lit up as a beam of light appeared and began to play movie footage.

Upon seeing the projection screen suddenly appear, Tidom couldn't help but turn around and glance at the hole from which the beam of light was shooting out.

"Is this a movie? It's amazing!" Tidhom exclaimed excitedly.

"Here, eat while you watch." Shen Yun handed a bucket of popcorn and a large cup of cola to Tidom with a smile.

He had also seen "Kikujiro's Summer," a comedy suitable for all ages.

After the movie's opening credits, the words written in blue and white chalk appeared on the screen: "Kikujiro's Summer".

Then, the main feature begins.

Although Tidhomme was initially intrigued, she quickly became engrossed in the story as it unfolded.

When he sees humorous and interesting plot points, Tidom can also get the laughs and laugh heartily.

"Hey Shen, what does this gay guy mean?" During a break, Tidom grabbed a handful of popcorn, stuffed it into his mouth, and leaned towards Shen Yun, asking in a low voice.

"...I think it's better if you don't know." Shen Yun's expression was inscrutable.

Mentioning this, a powerful melody involuntarily echoed in his mind, seemingly an old song from the 1980s, sung by a group called the Village People.

Ta-da! YOUNG MAN~

THERT'S NO NEED TO FEEL DOWN~

I SAID YOUNG MAN~

YMCA!

Hey! Young man~

"Okay." Tidom pouted, picked up the large cup of cola from the armrest, and took a small sip through the straw.

The stimulation and enjoyment that carbonated drinks bring to the taste buds also surprised Tidom.

"What the heck?!"

Surprised, Tidom couldn't resist taking another bite.

In just a few minutes, Tidom was completely captivated by the sugary drink.

Watching Tidom, who was holding a cup, happily sipping his cola, and occasionally grabbing a handful of popcorn, thoroughly enjoying the movie, Shen Yun's lips curled up slightly.

Humans are really adaptable.

At this rate, it will probably take less than a year for the shrine maiden to be corrupted by this comfortable modern life.

Two hours passed quickly.

After watching the movie, Shen Yun and Tidhomme walked out of the theater together.

The night was deep outside, but the streets were still bustling with people and brightly lit.

"This movie was really interesting! Can we come again sometime?" Tidhom asked, skipping down the theater steps.

"Of course," Shen Yun agreed with a smile.

"Hehe." Tidom smiled broadly, also looking forward to his future life.

"Ring ring~"

A phone rang from Shen Yun's pocket. Shen Yun took out his phone, glanced at the number, and then answered the call.

After exchanging a few words, Shen Yun hung up the phone.

"Is there something you need?" Tidom asked.

After a day of sightseeing, she no longer has a complete understanding of this era.

"It's nothing, it's just that the restaurant I booked asked me when I would arrive and if I needed to postpone it," Shen Yun said casually.

"It's getting late. Let's have dinner first, then go to Tokyo Tower to enjoy the night view, and then we can go home," Shen Yun said with a smile, glancing at the time on his watch.

It's almost 8 p.m., so it's no wonder the restaurant called to inquire.

"Great!" Tidom nodded repeatedly, his face full of anticipation.

Seeing the undisguised anticipation on Tidom's pretty face, Shen Yun smiled.

Indeed, what good food could there be in the Heian period?

Even the powerful and wealthy don't necessarily eat as well as ordinary people do now.

"Then let's set off," Shen Yun said.

He had already planned his itinerary and calculated the timing.

Whether it's a movie theater or a Western restaurant, I always choose the place that's closest to me.

Shen Yun put away his phone and took Tidom to a high-end French restaurant near the back park.

This is a Western restaurant called 'Brasserie', which serves authentic French cuisine.

Seeing Shen Yun approach with Tidom, the doorman standing in front of the French restaurant greeted them and asked, "Sir, do you have a reservation?"

"Yes, there is." Shen Yun showed the appointment information.

"Please come in." The doorman opened the door for Shen Yun.

Shen Yun pulled Tidom inside and casually slipped the doorman a Natsume Soseki note (1000 yen).

"This is a tip."

"Thank you very much, and I hope you enjoy your meal." The doorman bowed slightly, and his smile became much more sincere.

As he entered the French restaurant, Tidhomme looked around with curiosity.

It's a style I've never seen before; it feels like a banquet in a royal court.

Because the chef and waiters are all from France, the interior of this Western restaurant is full of French style, giving you the feeling of being on the Champs-Élysées.

In the very center of this French restaurant, there is a stage that is neither too big nor too small.

The restaurant's tables are arranged around the central stage like stars surrounding the moon, ensuring that every guest can clearly see the performance.

For example, right now, there is a professional band playing a live violin and piano duet.

Yes, the Blue Danube.

Because he once used this to win the heart of a cold beauty, Shen Yun has some musical skills. He can appreciate music, if not compose it.

He recognized the music the band was playing immediately.

Tidhomme also saw the band playing classical music on the stage in the center of the restaurant.

Although she found it somewhat novel, she didn't show much surprise on her face.

However, this is quite normal.

During the Heian period, the elites would enjoy beautiful women dancing and playing elegant music at court banquets.

It can only be said that many things we do now are things that our ancestors had already done.

Upon seeing Shen Yun and Tidom enter, the waitresses in the restaurant quickly came forward and asked, "Are you Mr. Shen?"

"Mm." Shen Yun nodded.

"Please follow me." The waitress led Shen Yun and Tidom to the table that Shen Yun had reserved in advance, and proactively pulled out two chairs to make it easier for Shen Yun and Tidom to sit down.

After Shen Yun and Tidom were seated, the waitress brought over a bottle of red wine and asked, "Is this your Romanée-Conti? Would you like it opened now?"

"Okay, let's open it." Shen Yun said.

As soon as Shen Yun finished speaking, the waitress skillfully picked up a knife and a wine opener, removed the cork from the bottle, and poured the red wine into their glasses to let it breathe.

Pure Pinot Noir wines generally do not require decanting.

The Romanée-Conti he wanted wasn't anything top-tier; he could just pour it into a glass and let it breathe.

Of course, truly high-end, top-tier Romanée-Conti wines definitely need to be decanted.

However, those high-end, top-quality goods are not something that ordinary upscale Western restaurants can obtain.

Tidhomme picked up the wine glass and brought it to his nose. The rich aroma of fruit, along with the smoky and earthy scent, filled the air.

"It smells so good!" Tidom exclaimed in surprise.

Shen Yun gently swirled the wine in his glass, allowing more of the red wine to come into contact with the air.

After the aroma of the wine changed, Shen Yun placed the decanted wine in front of Tidom and smiled, "Here, have a taste."

Tidom picked up the wine glass that Shen Yun handed him and took a small sip.

Upon tasting the red wine, a rich and mellow fruity aroma spreads across the tongue, with a smooth and firm texture.

With just one sip of wine, a blush appeared on Tidom's fair and jade-like cheeks.

"Hmm, it's quite delicious." Tidom put down his glass, thought for a moment, and said.

To be honest, this was her first time drinking alcohol, and she couldn't really explain why.

I just thought the taste was alright.

"Excuse me, may we begin serving the food now?" the waitress asked, bowing slightly.

"That's fine." Shen Yun nodded.

The waitress placed her hands in front of her, bowed slightly, and then withdrew.

Before long, a waitress came pushing a food cart with two plates of dishes covered by lids.

As the waitress approached the table, she placed the dishes covered by the plates on the food cart in front of Shen Yun and Tidom, then removed the plates to reveal the appetizers.

On the plate were three slices of ham that had already been cut.

"This is Jambon de Bayonne PGI (Bayonne ham), air-freighted from France, and it pairs well with red wine," the waitress explained.

Tidom picked up the silver fork, skewered a slice of ham, and ate it.

It's sweet with a hint of saltiness, and has a soft, non-greasy texture.

Enjoy a slice of ham and a sip of red wine; the unique aroma of the meat and the mellow flavor of the wine are truly unforgettable.

After finishing the three small slices of ham, the waitress pushed the food cart over again.

This time it was hot soup, and considering Tidhomme's taste, Shen Yun ordered cream of mushroom soup.

The next hot appetizers were escargot baked in red wine and pan-fried foie gras.

The final main course was French steak, Brioche bread with black truffle, and caviar.

The final dessert was the classic macaron.

After finishing dinner, Shen Yun picked up a napkin from the side, wiped her mouth, and asked with a smile, "How was it? Not bad, right?"

"Hmm, it's a very novel experience." Tidom's cheeks were slightly flushed, as if he was a little drunk.

This is a completely different experience from the snacks at noon.

"I'm glad you're satisfied." Shen Yun smiled, lifted his sleeve, and glanced at the watch on his wrist.

They ate the meal for almost an hour.

It is now 9 p.m.

For today's young people, 9 p.m. is the start of their nightlife.

Shen Yun looked at Tidom, whose cheeks were slightly flushed and who was already a little drunk, and said, "Tidom, let's go back and rest."

He got this drunk after just one glass of red wine; his alcohol tolerance isn't very high.

"Hmm..." Tidom tilted his head, seemingly deep in thought.

However, under the influence of alcohol, her thinking is already somewhat muddled.

"No, I don't want to go!" Tidom shook his head and said.

"Next time, Tokyo Tower is right there, it's not like it's going to grow legs and run away," Shen Yun said, somewhat amused and exasperated.

"..." Tidom thought for a moment, then nodded reluctantly and said, "Alright, let's go next time then."

Shen Yun got up from his seat and helped the somewhat drunk Tidom leave the Western restaurant.

Outside the French restaurant, there was a car he had arranged.

After helping Tidom into the car, Shen Yun also sat in the back seat.

After seeing Shen Yun get into the car, the driver started the car and drove towards Shen Yun's villa in the port area.

The driver drove very smoothly, and the journey was unobstructed with almost no bumps.

After getting into the car, Tidom seemed to get sleepy and fell asleep leaning against the seat.

Looking at Tidom's peaceful sleeping face, Shen Yun propped his cheek up with a faint smile on his lips.

They really are like little kids.

(End of this chapter)