Bond

You seem quite interested in this bird cage. Yes, it's waiting for a bird... Whether the bird or cage was here first doesn't really matter – each is simply waiting for the right match. Hm... If you're thinking of asking whether its wait is over, you'll have to look into your own heart for the answer.

You want to try doing my makeup? Whether it's drawing eyebrows, fitting wigs, or applying ornaments, I usually handle the costumes and makeup for Floating Dreams myself. Letting someone else do it for me would be... quite novel. And for some reason, the thought of you drawing on my eyebrows is surprisingly exciting. It's almost as if... I'm starting to understand the feelings of the characters in the opera a bit more. Does this count as a kind of "fulfillment"?

In "White Snake," Xiaoqing's big sister is the most important person in the world to her. But in real life... Ahem... If I were to write Xiaoqing her own story, I'd have her meet her own destined person and develop her own affections... As for who that person would be, well... someone as smart as you should have no trouble figuring that out.

Between every nightmare... I now have even more memories I want to protect while I'm alive. Is someone like me worthy of such a miracle...? Thank you, {name}.

I always drop the ball at the key moments... Even though I handle everyday things just fine. But this time... I didn't mess it up, did I?

Oh, is it time to eat already? It's an honor to be able to share another meal with you today, {name}. Please, have a seat here. Hmm? Do I ever get bored of eating similar food every day? Not in the least. In fact, I quite enjoy this kind of life. Though sometimes... I wonder if I'm indulging too much in these peaceful days... Eh? Are you reassuring me, {name}? You really are a kind-hearted person. That's exactly why I hope we can continue sharing meals and enjoying these moments for a little longer.

My mahjong skills have improved quite a bit recently, thanks to your patient guidance. Help between friends, huh? Not surprising coming from you. But if we're friends, we should have some kind of "alliance," shouldn't we? We're only temporary partners after all.

Hohoho! I announce that the truth has come to light. The criminal is– Ah! Stop moving around! You're interfering with my rehearsal. The moment a detective reveals the truth is the highlight of their career. I need the perfect pose and statement. As my assistant, you also need to practice your entrance to make it as impressive as possible. It's too late for you to back out now. Hehe, after all, nobody is more in sync than us.

Relax, {name}. I don't bare my heart to just anyone, you know. Let's put all the maneuvering and scheming aside for a while. Take away the "Cardinal" title, and right now, I'm just a person who wants to enjoy a moment of peace with someone dear to me. Heh, don't look so surprised. After all we've weathered... as my friend, my companion on this journey, what do you say to a drink?

All the beauty in the world, all its finest delicacies... what good are they without someone to share them with? They're but dust in the wind. As the Lady of the Snake Palace, I have amassed untold treasures. Yet of them all, you, {name}... you're the only one I will never let go.

Heh... guess I finally get mahjong now, thanks to you. Say, how about we go for another round while we grab some takeout?

What fortune to meet in One Han City.
Let's discuss future plans over soba noodles.
I'd like to know your thoughts.

As opponents reach for tiles... their intentions crystallize before me.

Ahahaha!
A team-up between us? Taking over the whole galaxy might just be a matter of time!
We'll have to grab a drink with the Kaientai crew to celebrate then. How does that sound?

You've known all along, haven't you? That I was never... truly frail. Now that I don't need illness as an excuse for your attention, I'm ready to remove my mask. I did all this simply because I care too much. Is it so wrong to have one more person in this world who loves you?

I knew it was you from ten paces away. Please, make yourself at home. My humble abode is graced today. A stick of calming incense, two bowls of amber wine... Even a mere swordsman can put on a bit of refinement now and then. They say life is like wine. This brew has aged underground for years, yet it is only when shared that it truly finds its flavor.