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After taking pictures, he turned to Xia Siyu, who was looking on in surprise, and said expressionlessly, “I didn’t take enough photos on this trip. I have to show them to my grandfather when I get home.”
He even complained, “They’re so ugly.”
Then, he stuffed his phone into his pocket, took a few big steps to pass her, and left her behind.
The abandoned Xia Siyu looked bewildered, then shook her head and muttered softly, “What a person.”
Unquestionably, Xia Siyu’s group was the fastest.
After passing through Elizabeth’s Gate, they headed straight to the banquet hall to pick up their tickets for the evening BBQ party. Then they had time to stroll leisurely.
Heidelberg Castle was built in the 13th century and had been expanded several times, featuring Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance styles. The castle houses what is claimed to be the world’s largest wine barrel, capable of storing two hundred and twenty thousand tonnes of wine. At the entrance stood a row of knight armors, there was a fountain in the central courtyard, as well as a hall of mirrors and a music hall.
From the terrace, one could overlook the entire city of Heidelberg. The Neckar River ran through the city, and the European-style buildings with their white walls and red tiles were interspersed among the green trees. The weather was nice that day, with sunshine spilling onto the river surface and the old bridges, while in the distance lay vast vineyards. Xia Siyu and her companions had arrived early, so they breezed through the castle’s pharmacy museum and even had time to take a stroll along the nearby “Philosopher’s Walk.”
By the time they finished sightseeing, the others had almost completed their entire itinerary. It was now time for afternoon tea; all the guests gathered together, and with some leftover Euros, they found a cafe to wait in while drinking.
Since everyone was a celebrity, they dared not drink mochas with too many calories, nor indulge in desserts. Even lattes had to be sugar-free, and Li Yiru even drank two cups of Americano. In the group, only Xia Siyu ordered a caramel mocha and even took a tiramisu, eating merrily on her own.
As evening approached, the group made their way to the Neckar Riverbank. The so-called banquet was essentially an open-air BBQ set up by the river, with tables and white tablecloths.
Germany is famous for its beer and sausages, as well as grilled meats. Although female celebrities needed to maintain their figures, being too ostentatious on the last night would be ungraceful. So, everyone let loose, asking for grilled meats or sausages, each with a beer in hand.
During the event, Bo Yan kept an eye on Xia Siyu’s alcohol tolerance. Fortunately, she could drink at least two bottles of beer before getting drunk. The beer mug in Xia Siyu’s hand held five hundred milliliters, enough for her to have three servings.
After a good meal and drinks, and cleaning up the utensils, they waited for the night to fall. The entire castle lit up, and the “Fire-burning Heidelberg” celebration began.
Bunches of fireworks ignited into the sky from the old bridge, turning the city into a fairy-tale world. It was ancient yet modern, solemn yet romantic, a perfect combination of completely contradictory elements.
Bo Yan turned to look at Xia Siyu, who was beside him. She was excited, laughing and chatting with others as she watched the fireworks. The fireworks lit up her face, making her look exceptionally beautiful, and her smile even brighter.
She was watching the fireworks; he was watching her.
She laughed as she watched the fireworks; he laughed as he watched her.
Today’s live broadcast ended after the fireworks were over.
But after returning to the villa, the crew had prepared one final game.
The activity was truth or dare, and the questions were all about personal relationships. The dares might even involve—kissing in front of everyone.