RRG Marius' Route: Rainforest Invitation
Overview
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Script
Rail Trip Station
You once heard the saying that Tambyani's rail travel tour is the silk that connects pearls.
Following this silk, you can experience the charming wonders of this country.
Marius: I checked the next train's route. Our first stop is Shanya.
Marius: How about we explore our resort once we arrive? We shouldn't tank ourselves on day one. Let's save some energy and take our time.
You: Sure. I read in the brochure that the resort has a huge folk workshop. Wanna try wood carving?
Marius: If you want to go, I'll go with you.
You two excitedly discuss your travel plans.
At the rail platform, other tourists are as equally excited for their wonderful trips to start.
Speaking of this trip, it was because of Marius.
Your Residence
Marius: Hello? Miss, you're on a long break now, right? Any travel plans?
You: Hm... Haven't thought of any for now. I'll get back to you after a few days of good lazing and sleeping!
Marius: After you're done hibernating, can you consider going on a rail travel tour with me to Tambyani?
Marius: A first-rate, high-end, self-service luxury tour, with a travel itinerary personally crafted by Pax's president himself.
You: Tambyani? Isn't this a bit sudden?
That name leaves you perplexed — you've only seen it in geography books.
Tambyani is a small, developing country located in the tropics, near the equator. The natural scenery is absolutely magnificent.
You don't understand why Marius would pick such a remote destination.
Marius: It's for work. Pax invested in a rainforest development project, so I'm going to visit the site myself.
Marius: Since I'm going anyway... I can take you along to have some fun and relax.
You: Oh, I see. Let me think about it...
Marius: No need for thinking — get to packing. I'm taking you to the airport tomorrow. See ya.
Rail Trip Station
Marius moves quick. The next day, you two boarded a private jet to Tambyani.
You directly transferred from the plane to the rail trip station. He planned everything out perfectly.
Just like he said, it is a comfortable yet exciting journey.
You: By the way, you told me on the phone... You're here for a rainforest project?
Marius: Yep. Pax is planning to set up a nature reserve in the Imana Rainforest while conducting research on parrot flowers.
You: Parrot flowers?
Marius: When our people went over to discuss the rainforest conservation zone, they incidentally discovered a rare plant with medicinal value.
You: Hmm... Sounds like one of those curative herbs you hear people talking about.
Marius: Maybe. I'm not sure about the details.
Marius: Once we arrive at Shanya, the person in charge of the project will pick us up. You can ask him for the details.
You: ...Pax even has employees in Shanya?
Marius: He's working in Shanya. I invited him over to report on the progress of the project, just in case.
The corner of Marius' mouth raises, and his eyes also sparkle with a grin.
Marius: Okay, let's talk about this later. Right now, let's think about enjoying lunch on the train.
Marius: They have both Tambyani local cuisine and Western food in the dining car. Which one do you want?
You: Hmm...
Since you're here, you should try some local specialties.
However, you remember seeing some of the local cuisine in guidebooks.
Roasted rainforest ants, stuffed cicada pupae, grilled scorpions... They certainly have some adventurous options...
Are you up to the challenge?
Ah... Maybe not. It's probably better to stick to things more familiar to you.
You: I'll choose the Western buffet.
Marius: Sure. I'll book the deluxe buffet. We can eat once we enter the car.
Marius: But... You sure you don't want to try Tambyani's local cuisine?
Marius: I heard that the black bean and orange rice is pretty good. It's one of the top 10 must-try dishes for tourists.
You: I do... but if it turns out to be too adventurous for me...
Marius: Makes sense. Let's take our time. We can take a look at the special dishes that other tourists ordered.
Marius: If there's something you want to try, we can order it next time.
You: Sure. Let's do that!
You: Okay, I've decided! I want to try some of Tambyani's specialties!
You: According to the online guide, the black bean and orange rice on the train is excellent. Everyone loves it.
You: Wanna order one with me?
Marius: I'll let you in on a little secret. Actually... I was going to recommend the black bean and orange rice. I didn't expect you to say it.
Marius: Great minds think alike!
Marius is beaming, as if he's very proud with himself.
This makes you want to tease him a little.
You: You sure? If it isn't good, you'll regret it.
Marius: C'mon, have some faith. You gotta believe that our decision's the right one!
Marius' eyebrows arch with his grin. Looking at him, you can nearly smell the sweetness of the orange rice.
You: I can't wait to try it.
Choo... Following the sound of the whistle, the travel rail slowly arrives at the platform.
Marius stands up and wheels away both of your large suitcases. He winks at you.
Marius: Let's go. Our rainforest adventure is about to start.
You: Yeah. Coming!
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