Though fatigue marked their ascent, the boundless vistas had made the journey rewarding. Upon


    reaching the summit, they were weed by the dazzling brilliance of the setting sun, a sight both


    awe- inspiring and serene.


    A temple, named Quie Temple, stood at the peak. The peaceful ambiance was enhanced by its modest


    size and the limited number of visitors due to thete hour.


    After resting, Millie purchased incense and proceeded to the main hall for her offering. Inside, a statue


    of Maitreya Buddha beckoned.


    Lighting the incense, she knelt devoutly on a cushion, her hands sped in prayer.


    Marcus, a non-believer, engaged in conversation with a monk in the outer courtyard, passing the time.


    Wearing a white T-shirt, light blue jeans, white shoes, and her hair gathered in a high ponytail, Millie’s


    upright posture added to her grace. As Marcus observed her silently making wishes, he couldn’t help


    but smile.


    Once her prayers were done, Millie approached Marcus, her face still glowing with inner peace.


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    “What did you wish for?” he inquired, a teasing glint in his eyes.


    “I can’t tell you. If I reveal it, it won’te true,” Millie responded, her smile tinged with mystery as she


    yfully shook her head.


    Marcus chuckled and arched an eyebrow.


    “Let me guess, it must involve me, right?”


    “Guess all you want, but I won’t say, Millie countered, her eyes twinkling like a mischievous fox.


    Her wishes were heartfelt: good health and longevity for her grandmother and quick healing for Marcus’


    injury. As she looked at Marcus, her thoughts lingered on her desires, her eyes softening.


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    “You’re admiring me so much, you’re almost drooling,” Marcus teased, catching her affectionate nce.


    “Impossible, I’m not infatuated,” Millie protested, slightly flustered, yfully jabbing him in the waist with


    her fist.


    “Uh-oh, the sun’s setting. Let’s explore a bit and then head back down the mountain,” she suggested,


    eager to show Marcus the surrounding beauty, filled with towering trees and intriguingly shaped rocks.


    “We don’t need to descend. Let’s stay the night. Aren’t you worn out?”


    Marcus proposed, his voiceced with concern.


    Surveying the tranquil scene, Millie recalled seeing Marcus speaking to a monk earlier, Likely making


    arrangements for their stay.


    She nodded in agreement, anticipation welling within her. Staying overnight in this secluded temple


    was a new experience, and she looked forward to the calm of theing evening.


    Hand in hand, Marcus guided Millie along meandering trails until they reached a scenic overlook,


    providing a breathtaking panorama of the mountains. Standing arm in arm, they reveled in the splendor


    of the setting sun.


    Numerous love locks dangled from the railing of the wooden boardwalk.


    Intrigued, Millie bent down, examining them one by one. Her eyes widened with surprise as she


    realized what they were.


    Marcus watched her quietly, an affectionate smile ying on his Lips as he observed this whimsical


    side of her. She seemed Like a young girl, enchanted by the romance of the locks.