362 A Momentary Tenderness (1/2)

Chapter 362: A Momentary Tenderness

Translator: Nyoi-Bo StudioEditor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

The family of three did not get angry. They chatted with Zhang Zian, asking him to take a few photos of the whole family, and left. They may have had doubts in their hearts. Why did this Chinese man stand in front of Bruce Lee's wax figure for such a long time? Was it really because all Chinese people have a Kung Fu complex?

Old Time Tea had been staring intently at Bruce Lee’s wax figure without blinking for a long time before moving its eyes away. It sighed deeply and said, ”Zian, enough, thank you.”

”Grandpa Tea, we are not in a hurry, you can watch it longer.” Zhang Zian said sincerely.

Old Time Tea shook its head and said, ”Time is passing quickly.”

”Well, let's keep exploring around.” Zhang Zian did not force it. Unlike Galaxy, Old Time Tea was mature enough and experienced, so its inner problems could only be solved on its own.

They didn’t go very far, and Fina, who had been grumpy all the time, was shocked and gazed at a gorgeous wax figure in front of her.

Her reaction was also expected by Zhang Zian, because it was the figure of Cleopatra played by Elizabeth Taylor.

Fina once said that she was ugly. Whether she really meant that was unknown—Zhang Zian was more inclined to believe that Fina just didn’t like others to pretend to be her previous owner.

However, the aesthetic conceptions of the modern and the ancient times were surely different. Besides, during the last two thousand years, the appearances of people had also been changing due to the continuous mixing of races. The real Cleopatra VII was of Greek descent, while Elizabeth Taylor possessed a quarter of Indian ancestry, so it was normal that Fina disliked her look.

Despite the above factors, at a cost of 44 million U.S. dollars, and taking into account the factor of inflation, this monumental movie, with the highest investment amount in the film industry, was impeccable in terms of background investigation. It collected all the materials on ancient Egypt that were available, except Cleopatra herself, and all other aspects were very close to the true ancient Egypt.

Elizabeth Taylor, or Cleopatra VII, was dressed in a fitted black robe, and was leaning against a soft, red velvet couch, gazing forward and smiling. Her posture was very feminine, showing a beautiful S-shaped curve, and the golden arm rings, bracelets and braid pendants added to her luxury and elegance.

Behind her was a scene of a starry night 2,000 years ago. The luxurious royal flat-bottomed boats were sailing in the Nile, while the soldiers and slaves were busy serving Her Majesty.

Farther away, a bright moon was shining.

The white pyramids were standing silently in the moonlight. Whether it was the moon or the pyramids, they hadn’t changed for thousands of years.

What was she looking at?

Overlooking the vast sacred kingdom like the pharaohs?

Waiting for the victorious return of Caesar or Anthony, like a wife?

Looking forward to her children growing up, like a mother?

Facing her death with an open mind, like a prophet?

Or was she looking at the Bubastis Shrine far away, missing the Bastet who was alone deep inside the palace?

Seeing Fina’s strange expression, Old Time Tea was puzzled and wanted to ask it some questions, but was stopped by Zhang Zian. Snowy Lionet wanted to approach Fina too, but it was also deterred by him. This was the first time he had stopped Old Time Tea from speaking, because now was not the time for inquiries, and Fina's temper was not as good as Old Time Tea’s. At this time, Fina must not want to be disturbed by anyone or anything, not even Old Time Tea or Snowy Lionet.

Fina froze there, and she was even more hesitant than Galaxy had been moments ago. Eyes wide open, she looked directly the figure’s gaze, her mouth moving silently, as if she was saying and asking something.

This was another reason Zhang Zian chose to visit the wax museum where there was not only the wax figure of Bruce Lee, but also presented the figure of Cleopatra—even if it was just an actress playing Cleopatra.