Compared to the noisy bars, the rooftop terrace bistro hidden in the office building is more suitable for nurturing the slowly growing feelings. Without deafening music, only the gentle breeze, the starlight and the just-right level of intoxication, it enables two people to let go of their shyness and gradually get closer in the soft conversations.
Choose the position near the railing in advance so that you can have a clear view of the city’s night scene – the distant neon lights blend into a hazy sea of light, and the nearby street lamps look like scattered diamonds on the street. When arriving, first order a non-alcoholic sparkling water and place it on the other person’s seat, smiling and saying, “Let’s choose the wine we like later. First, have some of this to get you started.” There’s no need to rush through the menu; let the other person look out the window first, “Look at that Ferris wheel over there. Doesn’t it look like a glowing necklace when it lights up at night?”
When the waiter arrives, ask him softly about his preference: “Do you prefer sweet fruit wine or refreshing white wine?” Choose two low-alcohol wines, and pair them with a plate of pickled cherry blossoms and a cheese platter. When the wine glasses clink together, a soft sound is made. You take a sip of the wine and say, “This peach-flavored one pairs well with your perfume today.” The other person smiles and takes a sip, with faint shadows cast by the warm yellow light on their eyelashes. The atmosphere contains an imperceptible softness.
When the conversation got lively, he stood up and leaned against the railing to enjoy the breeze. The evening wind carried a hint of coolness. Naturally, he handed over his coat, saying, “The wind is strong at night. Don’t catch a cold.” There was no need to deliberately find a topic. From the amusing incidents encountered during the day to the embarrassing stories from childhood, from the favorite movies to the small expectations for the future. In a slightly tipsy state, the voice would become softer. Even the private thoughts that he wouldn’t usually express could be naturally shared out, “Actually, before going out today, I was very nervous for a long time, afraid that you wouldn’t like the place I chose.”
Towards the end, order a hot caramel pudding. As you scoop it with a spoon, the caramel crust makes a slight cracking sound. You hand a spoonful to the other person and say, “This is just the right level of sweetness, not too sweet.” After finishing the pudding, the alcohol effect gradually fades away. Looking into their eyes, you say, “I’m very happy today, much more comfortable than I imagined.”