S31 173. Newlywed Rituals

“Look how steep those mountains are, Phil!” Barbara bowed down, peering at the mountain peaks that could be seen through the windshield. “Is the mountain we are going to climb that steep?”

Philip glanced at his wife with a faint smile. “Why? Are you scared?”

Barbara’s lips pursed. “No. I’m with you. Why should I be afraid?”

When she returned her gaze to the front, Barbara immediately pointed. her index finger. “Look! That house is so cute. And why is it red again? Do all the houses here have red walls?”

“Did you know? In ancient times, the paint color of the houses here

reflected the social status of the owners.

Barbara’s eyebrows rose. “Social status?”

Philip nodded. “Yes. Red paint is the cheapest compared to other paints. Because of this, many residents such as farmers and

fishermen paint their houses red.”

While Barbara’s mouth widened, Philip added, “Apart from that, there is yellow paint which is more expensive, then white paint. From there, the color of paint has become a symbol of a person’s wealth. People who have white houses are rich people.”

“Is that still true today?”

Philip shook his head. “I don’t think so. But apparently, it has become a habit. The houses in the fields and areas close to the sea are mostly still red.”

“But it’s become a distinctive feature. If the twins saw it, they’d definitely say those houses are cool” Barbara muttered before straightening her back. “Anyway, I just realized. It turns out you’re

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really smart.”

Philip snorted in amusement. “I’ve only heard about it, Babe. Didn’t really learn.”

“But still, you sound smart. What else do you know?”

Philip muttered, racking his brain. “You know that Lofoten is on the Arctic Circle, right?”

Barbara nodded hesitantly. “Yes.”

“Then why doesn’t it freeze? Surfers even love visiting one of the beaches. Can you imagine? Surfing in polar waters.”

Barbara froze. Her mouth rounded, realizing the fact. “Is it because it’s summer?”

“No. Even in winter, the average temperature rarely goes below

still

come?” Barbara’s head moved

of the Gulf Stream with two underwater currents, the North Atlantic Current and the Norwegian Current. weather is warmer and cooler than other areas of the Arctic Circ That’s why Lofoten is the largest temperature increase anomaly the world-the warmest place in

nodded. Her eyes looked at

Do you like

really. I’ve only

I don’t want to embarrass you by having a

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head with a sweet smile. “I’m glad you have the desire to try. But you have to know Babe. Whatever your condition, I’m still proud of you.”

caught the ocean from the side window, her attention was diverted.” Oh, it’s the sea. Are we

secretly relieved that Barbara hadn’t

in front of

inn, Barbara whispered to Philip, “The paint

know why,” Philip said,

key, they walked cheerfully. However, seeing. who came

girl again?” Barbara grumbled softly.

We meet again? Which cabin are you in?” The

rolled her eyes. Exhaling, she pointed

cabin.

we’re neighbors? What an extraordinary

we’re soul mates.”

hand to Barbara. “How about we become friends? I’m Shania, and the one with me was Poppy, my best friend. We’re

at the slender fingers suspiciously. After a

my husband Philip. We’re on

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here.”

It’s nice to meet

hands with Philip, he was

Thank you for taking such a spectacular portrait on the ship

it was harsh sarcasm. “Then how about we go on a trip together? We can take photos and help each other.

have a long chat? How about I carry your

again.

Baby. Let’s go in together.” Barbara patted Philip on the shoulder before looking at the blonde again. “Sorry, Shania. We really appreciate your offer, but we already have our own plans. Now if you’ll excuse

Realizing that the man almost never paid attention to her, her heart felt hot. When she entered the cabin,

“Did it work?”

was tired, so he helped her carry the bags. He’s also loyal, the type of man who wouldn’t look at

“So?”

a way so that he can’t take his eyes off me.” Shania folded her arms, squinting out

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window.

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