The theatre from outside appeared to be empty. There was no display for performances, so Song Luli asked, "Are you sure it's not closed?"
Long Jie grinned, taking her hand. "It's not," he answered.
He led her into the theatre, and it was dark for a moment before he flicked on the lights, revealing a centre stage surrounded by red curtains embroidered with golden patterns. Each seat had red cushions, and the chandeliers looked like white crystals with golden frames.
There was no one else in the theatre except for the two of them.
"Why are we here?" Song Luli questioned him.
Long Jie didn't answer, but he led her down the stairs, onto the lower level seating area.
"Sit," he told her.
Song Luli listened and did what he told her to do. She sat on one of the soft cushioned seats, watching Long Jie as he ran up the steps of the stage. He disappeared behind the curtains for a moment before returning, heading towards the centre.
