Birds of a Feather (2)

Estonia - Cafe

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Kuguri

This smoked salmon is practically melting on my tongue. Wine would pair quite well with it.

What do you think of your kiluvõileib1, Ten? Those adorable fish on top look like they’re swimming in the butter. It looks quite appetizing.

Ten

It’s pretty good. Makes me wanna have a beer.

So, where to after this? There are still places we haven’t been.

Kuguri

That’s right. We could go to the historical district… but the observation deck is too tempting to miss. Oh, why don’t we visit Toompea Castle2 first?

Ten

Wow, someone’s eager.

Kuguri

I’m in the mood to admire the treasure chest known as Tallinn3… Oh?

Awestruck Man

No way… I can’t believe I ran into Kuguri-sama here…! What a blessing…!

Ten

Someone’s stumbling over this way. Oh, is he here for you? He’s got a pretty deranged look in his eye.

Kuguri

Seems like it.

Awestruck Man

A post came up online and I didn’t think it was true, but… you’re actually here in Tallinn…!

Ten

What’s he talking about?

Kuguri

Sounds like I have a network of lambs scattered all around the world.

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Ten

Woah, really? Must be useful.

Kuguri

That’s right, it’s very useful.

Awestruck Man

Is there anything I can get for you to make your stay here more comfortable?

Kuguri

You already know what. I’ll leave it to you.

Awestruck Man

Understood! Everything will be prepared for you by the time you get back to your hotel.

Kuguri

Good boy. I’ll reward you later.

Awestruck Man

I’m honored…! Your happiness is my happiness. Please use me as you see fit. If you’ll excuse me…

Ten

Oh. So that’s what you meant by being the type to get what you need locally.

Kuguri

I never said that I was the one getting things.

Ten

Not bad. I’ll have to learn a thing or two from you.

Kuguri

Like you always say, Ten, travelling light and burdenless is best.


Translation Notes

Footnotes

  1. Estonian specialty dish. Egg spread on bread topped with fish.

  2. Historical castle in the central part of Tallinn.

  3. The capital of Estonia.