Winter dusk smells of orange.
The orange-red sun, the sunset, the wind, the lights, and the hurried faces coming and going on the sidewalk.
But it's not magnificent, it doesn't have the burning red cliff in summer and autumn, the clouds are lingering, the kind of spirit that wants to burn a hole in the sky. Some are just twilight when the sparks are gradually extinguished, and the air is filled with sweetness, as if the sweet potatoes buried in the soil pit were roasted when they were young. A little bit of fragrance climbs upward through the white ash smoke of the remaining fire, which is intoxicating.
Baiyunshan missed this taste a little, maybe because the food he had for lunch was too spicy and exciting. At this time, he particularly wanted to eat some sweet and delicious food. Looking at the orange color gradually falling in the west, he wanted to take a bite secretly.
But just thinking about it, the colors and fragrance are too unreal, like a mirage, just out of reach.
With this thought in mind, Baiyunshan, who was standing in front of the window watching the sky and street scene, withdrew his gaze, then lowered his head slightly. In the street park below, there was another scene.
Four is a very interesting number. The sky has four seasons and the earth has four directions. Even the Olympic Games are held once every four years. The Japanese, who have always been extremely enthusiastic about the Olympics, are naturally very interested in the Lantern Festival, which is also held every four years.
Baiyunshan looked at the busy scene in the park, the rows of decorations, and the food stalls, and couldn't help but fall into memories.
...
After helping Nana Hashimoto pack her things in the afternoon, he sent her downstairs, and the girl suddenly asked a serious question: "Baiyun-san, aren't you going to the lantern festival tonight?"
Baiyunshan glanced at her doubtfully: "Does this mean you want to go?"
Hashimoto Nana did not hesitate and nodded vigorously: "It must be a pity that Mr. Ueno can't perform this time, so I think even if it's just me, I will go up and complete this live for him. After all, this is also the place for the nearby residents." It’s a moment you look forward to every four years, isn’t it?”
Baiyunshan stared at her for a moment, and then said leisurely: "That's not possible, Hashimoto."
"Why?"
"The answer is simple, I disagree."
This answer is basically nonsense, the first thought in Hashimoto Nana's mind was this.
But she immediately realized that Baiyunshan would not say nonsense for no reason, and there must be a reason why he disagreed.
As expected, Baiyunshan continued: "Everything in Nogizaka46 is in its early stages, and it is impossible for the agency to give you the opportunity to perform live on stage. Not to mention other reasons, first of all, this is a big deal for other Nogizaka46 members... Well, it's very unfair, understand?" Bai Yunshan analyzed: "What's more important is that you are going to akb48's live on January 19th, and the song on the debut album must be released there. Now Even if you are the only one going up there, you are undoubtedly breaking the rules."
These words were well-founded and clear, and they went straight to the point. Hashimoto Nana's face remained as usual, but her eyes couldn't help but darken.
She has been stubborn since she was a child, and she also understands that there are many things in the world that cannot be forced. As long as people live in the world, they will be restricted. This is a good restriction, and it is also a bad restriction. And no matter good or bad, it is precisely because of the existence of restrictions that society can continue to operate. If a collision occurs regardless of restrictions, it will usually only be smashed to pieces.
She once had an accident, and her soft black hair turned into a smart short hair now. This was a fluke and the best experience.
But this was her choice, and she never regretted it.
"Of course, if you go to play, that's no problem." Baiyunshan suddenly added as if casually.
"Thank you Baiyun-san, but I think I should forget it." Hashimoto Nana didn't seem to care about this sentence. She thought for a few seconds and then shook her head, and then asked: "Where are you Baiyun-san? You really don't want to go. Really? After all, it’s the lantern festival held every four years, right? The venue must be very lively and interesting, and it’s so close, wouldn’t it be a pity not to go?”
Baiyunshan laughed a few times, and then said: "Is it because the games are not fun anymore, the books are not good to read, the music is not good to listen to, or the food is not delicious? It would be too troublesome to go to such an event."
"Looking for trouble? What do you mean?" Nana Hashimoto couldn't understand for a moment.
Baiyunshan touched his chin and said: "Think about it, if you eat the delicious food you want, listen to the music you like, read the books you like, and engage in the entertainment you like every day, you will Are there any worries? Maybe, but they are all happy worries and can be ignored."
"But when you step out of this range and join another circle that you are completely unfamiliar with, and meet a group of people you don't know at all. The food there may not be what you like to eat, the music may not be what you like to listen to, and the books may not be what you like. It’s what you like to watch, and you feel out of place, but this is all your own active choice. Do you think you will regret it?”
Hashimoto Nana nodded thoughtfully, and roughly understood what Baiyunshan meant: "Oh~ Baiyunshan, do you mean that you are not suitable for celebrations like the Lantern Festival?"
"You can say that you are not used to it, or you can say that you are not looking forward to it."
"Really? But in many stories, there are plots about finding someone you like during festivals such as fireworks displays and lantern festivals! Aren't you looking forward to it at all?"
Baiyunshan smiled disdainfully: "Haha, only you will believe this kind of deception to children. Think about it, even if they come, who will not be in a pair? How can you share it?"
"Really don't believe it?"
"Of course, even if I, Baiyun Mountain, die of old age and die outside, even if I jump from here, I won't believe such nonsense!"
...
Time is the player who least abides by the competition rules. Once he seizes the opportunity, he will start to sneak away.
Just when Baiyun Mountain was immersed in memories, the orange sunset had faded like an old photo taken on film, turning into blue and clear. The clouds that were originally white and soft like cotton candy were also dyed with the color of the night. , gray and black like a silhouette, floating on the drawing board.
When Baiyun Mountain came back to his senses, the lanterns of the lantern festival in the park had gradually been lit up, and the colorful lights shone all over the glass, which was dazzling.
This time he found that he had been thinking too long and even forgot to turn on the lights. The shadows of the lights downstairs were projected on the lonely wall in the room, like mottled patches of color.
He walked to the switch and was about to turn on the light, but after hesitating for a long time, he still didn't press the switch.
Then based on his memory, he took out a coat from the closet to keep out the cold at night and put it on his body, as if covered with a layer of night. Then he turned and left the room, opened the door, and strode out.
Damn, it smells so good!
