Artem "Thin Veil"/Rewards
Story Summary
This story takes place in Year 1. Artem is not yet in a relationship with the MC.
Illustrations
Text Messages
You: I heard from Kiki that the theme of the sequel to "Blossom in the Wind" might be about "Kunqu Opera."
Artem: Similar to shadow play, Kunqu is also one of the intangible cultural heritages.
Artem: I think that the producers are hoping to be innovative by using traditional cultural elements.
You: I just checked the Big Data Lab. Kunqu is also crowned as the father of all operas.
You: That sounds amazing! Why haven't I ever looked deeper into it before...
Artem: My mother liked Kunqu. I've accompanied her to a few.
You: Have you listened to Kunqu before?
You: I remember that there was an interest group about it in university.
Artem: I've never looked into it before.
Artem: Are you starting to get interested in Kunqu?
You: I've always liked traditional cultures.
You: It's just that I'm too busy and never had the time to delve deeper into it.
Artem: Sorry... Have I given you too much work lately?
Artem: Maybe we can get a chance to take a break this week. Why don't we go watch a Kunqu performance?
You: I'd like to know more about it.
You: If the theme for the sequel really is Kunqu Opera, then we'd be preparing for it!
Artem: I see. So, we're preparing for the movie.
Artem: If you're interested, I can go to a Kunqu Opera with you.
You: Really? I can go with you?
You: I'm getting excited!
Artem: Okay, I'll go book the tickets.
You: Um... I'm afraid I won't understand it...
Artem: Don't worry about anything.
Artem: Just enjoy the performance.
Artem: If you'd like to know more about it, I recommend that you take a look around the performance institutes.
Artem: I'm sure the teachers would be more than happy to answer your questions.
You: ...Can you come with me?
Artem: Of course. I'd be happy to.
Artem: I'll arrange a date.
Artem: I'm looking forward to this weekend.
You: No, no, no. I'd be too embarrassed to bother the teachers...
Artem: No need to feel embarrassed. The teachers will be happy to explain it for you.
Artem: Leave the arrangements to me.
Artem: I'll make sure you have a pleasant weekend.
You: Mr. Wing, that documentary on shadow play is going viral on the Internet right now.
Artem: Yeah. I've shared it too.
Artem: Soon after, the system said I won a prize...
You: Wow, lucky you!
You: I wish I was as lucky as you!
Artem: It's just a coincidence.
Artem: However, the prize was two movie tickets...
You: You did? Doesn't that mean that all your friends will see it...
You: We appeared in that documentary. I hope that didn't cause you any trouble.
Artem: Trouble? Of course not.
Artem: They kept asking me who I was going to take to the movies...
Artem: If you're free, I'd like to ask you to come with me.
You: Sure! What kind of movies have you been into lately?
Artem: I'm more into sci-fi movies.
Artem: But I would also watch other genres too.
You: I actually don't know much about movies.
You: You might not find it very interesting if you watch it with me...
Artem: No. You make me feel and experience new things.
Artem: I find being with you... to be very interesting.
Artem: So... what type of movie do you like best?
You: Romance movies! There's going to be a sequel to "Blossom on the Wind"!
You: But, the ending might be another tragedy... I might not be able to hold back my tears...
Artem: It's ok. You don't need to.
You: I want to try something more exciting.
You: Let's go watch something really scary! The type that gives you nightmares!
Artem: Sure... I can go with you if you'd like.
Artem: If a movie can stir up so much emotion in the audience, then it has proved itself a success.
Artem: But... I've never experienced that before.
You: Imagine yourself as the protagonist of the movie.
You: It will make the movie more memorable for you!
Artem: ...Even the female protagonist?
Artem: Ahem. Thanks for the advice. I'll try it next time...
You: Try discussing the movie with others.
You: You'll find yourself experiencing new emotions. There might even be things you never took notice of.
Artem: Yes, you're right.
Artem: The clash of different viewpoints will spark new ideas.
Artem: Let's see if there are any movies like that.
Artem: And let's go watch them together.
Story Locations
Museum Office
Pantry
Outside the Film Museum
Film Museum
Shadow Play Experience Room
Your Bedroom
Artem's Study