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Old Town Cinema · Rendezvous 428

Original title: 旧城区的电影院·赴约 428

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Tao Ning goes to the old cinema to attend the premiere of a restored film arranged by Wen Ye, only to find her seat placed next to the work desk, as he assumed she would be willing to help check tickets along the way.

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Story summary

Tao Ning goes to the old cinema to attend the premiere of a restored film arranged by Wen Ye, only to find her seat placed next to the work desk, as he assumed she would be willing to help check tickets along the way. She only wanted to be an audience member this time, leading him to realize that their long-term cooperation had obscured a personal invitation. Wen Ye arranges for other staff members, and the two finally watch an entire film together, deciding to clearly state in the future whether each meeting is for help or to spend time together.

Characters

  • Tao NingOriginal Concept · Film Fan Community Organizer

    A fictional adult character, the film fan community organizer in the story.

  • Wen YeOriginal Concept · Old Cinema Operator

    A fictional adult character, the old cinema operator in the story.

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