Title: A Fake Holy Mother in the Zombie Apocalypse
Translator: Little Bamboo Spirit
Chapter 260 - If he wasn't that type of person, I wouldn't exist (2)
Lu Xingchi didn't come out until before dinnertime. He called Bei Nuan into her bedroom.
He was leaning on her desk with his hand in his pockets, looking as calm and composed as ever, but she could tell that he was feeling a bit uneasy.
"I found out so late that today is your birthday. I was in a rush. If I had more time, I think I could do much better."
Bei Nuan was baffled. What was he talking about?
Lu Xingchi continued to say, "I think giving gold as a birthday gift is lucky. Gold can ward off evil spirits, so I made something out of gold to give you."
He paused, "Although it's a bit strange, I think you'll probably like it."
Ah, so he had taken that briefcase of gold bars away to make her a birthday gift.
Bei Nuan thought; she wasn't a kid, so he probably didn't make stuff like a longevity lock or a bracelet with small bells.
He said it was a bit strange, so it shouldn't be the typical gold items like gold bowls, gold chopsticks, etc.
Moreover, his briefcase of gold bars was so heavy, and there were so many bars inside.
Bei Nuan tentatively asked, "Did you make me a 24-carat gold toilet?"
Lu Xingchi: "..."
Lu Xingchi said, "Wait here."
He left the room and soon came back with an exquisite openwork gold box. She could faintly see the items inside through the openings. It was obvious that the box was made from gold bars.
The box and its lid was covered with all sorts of budding and blooming flowers that were made of gold wire. It was like looking at magnificent architecture art.
Lu Xingchi placed the box on the bed. He pressed something to unlock the box, took off the lid, and took the items out.
Bei Nuan was dumbstruck.
The most conspicuous item was a crown made of pure gold. It was a replica of the falcon crown worn in a Cleopatra film. There were heavy wings hanging from each side of the crown and several layers of feathers in each wing. Each gold feather was exquisitely crafted.
Row after row of feathers formed graceful curves that would protect the wearer's ears.
The design was classical with a strong exotic style.
Bei Nuan picked up the crown. The small feathers hanging on the bottom made a faint sound as they rubbed against each.
Under the crown, there was an Egyptian-style collar garment. It was composed of many layers of fine beads strung together in a wide circle. It resembled a shrunken ancient cloud collar garment.
There was also a snake-shaped upper arm bracelet. The snake looped around several times. One delicate snake's head was pointing up, and the other end of the snake also had a delicate head that pointed down. Both heads were sticking out their tongues.
There was a bunch of stuff piled below. Bei Nuan couldn't clearly see them. She reached into the box and took them out. It was actually a full set of clothing. The top had the same golden feathers as the crown. There were two curved wings that covered the chest.
Below that was a very wide belt and a long skirt made of gold thread. The long skirt was shockingly like several layers of gauze. It was translucent, not hard, and drapey.
It had only taken him an afternoon to make a set of such exquisite clothing. It was simply astounding. His mastery over metal was increasing.
It looked like he had moved over a set of clothing from Cleopatra's closet. It might even be more exquisite than Cleopatra's clothing.
(T/N: Author noted that the clothes and crown is based on Elizabeth Taylor's outfit in the 1963 Cleopatra film. See picture below.)
Bei Nuan liked the luxurious and mysterious style of ancient Egyptian jewelry since she was a child. This gift couldn't be more to her liking.
Lu Xingchi had been paying attention to Bei Nuan's expression and seemed relieved now. He smiled at her and asked, "Do you want to try it on?"
Bei Nuan hastily pushed Lu Xingchi out of her room and changed into the outfit. Immediately, she realized this outfit was not only incredibly beautiful, it was also incredibly heavy.
She was probably wearing most of that weight that had almost smashed down on her feet earlier. Still, the outfit was really beautiful.
Bei Nuan kept turning around in front of her wardrobe mirror.
Lu Xingchi knocked on the door, and Bei Nuan remembered to let him back in.
He looked over Bei Nuan, and the tips of his ears turned a bit red.
Bei Nuan thought; what are you feeling shy about? You made this. You deliberately made a low cut top that exposed the midriff.
The place where she should have a scar was exposed. Her skin was dewy and flawless. There weren't any blemishes. It would have cost a lot to get scar removal surgery that could achieve this effect.
The outfit was a bit revealing, but Bei Nuan didn't mind anymore. Who would care about that aspect when there was beautiful clothing to wear?
Lu Xingchi's gaze swept over that spot, but he talked about something else.
"It seemed to be… umm… not quite right. Let me adjust it for you."
Bei Nuan knew that he was talking about the feathers on her chest. He had misjudged her measurement. The top was too tight, and the shape was a bit weird. The waist on the bottom was too loose. It felt like it would slip off.
Bei Nuan's demands weren't high. Lu Xingchi was a guy, and he was a guy that had never dated. It was already pretty good that he could make this outfit.
Lu Xingchi looked at Bei Nuan again. His hands were in his pockets, and his long eyelashes were lowered. He didn't move, but she could feel that her outfit was shifting and quietly changing its shape. The altered result was much more comfortable. It fit her better and was more beautiful.
Bei Nuan turned and twirled in front of the mirror again.
"Lu Xingchi," She batted her eyelids and tentatively asked, "Can you… make me another thing?"
Lu Xingchi smiled at her in the mirror. "Sure."
"I want a pair of falcon earrings." Bei Nuan grabbed pen and paper from the desk and drew a bird with its wings spread out.
Bei Nuan tilted her head and examined her masterpiece.
The bird's head was a bit big, its wings were a bit small, and its beak was a bit flat. It looked nothing like a falcon. It looked more like a duck. Still, Lu Xingchi was so clever. He should be able to understand what she wanted, right?
Lu Xingchi came over to look and gladly nodded. "Okay, I'll go make it."
Ever since he had seen her Elephant and Maple Tree in Autumn picture yesterday, he no longer had expectations for her drawing skills.
He picked up the paper, opened the door, and went out.
Before closing the door, he saw Bei Nuan running back to her mirror and twirling.
Lu Xingchi looked at her back figure and smiled.
When he was reading her encyclopedia last night, he saw her note "so beautiful!!!" next to a picture of Cleopaatra.
Sure enough, he had chosen the right gift.