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G-Down: A Sublime Experience

By Ken Lin
Translated by Annie Tai

       Following directions given by an Internet friend, I arrived at G-Down. I looked in through the French windows and saw a small room with a huge table, a few chairs, dim lighting...and not a single person.

After confirming the location with my Internet friend, I entered and went down the stairs. An ethereal site unfolded before my eyes. I couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow!"     As expected, my Internet friend was sitting behind the bar--a cozy space that looked like a private living-room that might have been designed by an architect. I complimented her on her choice of venue. The boss joined our conversation, and any awkwardness soon vanished.

   The boss, who has lived in Paris, brought in much of the furniture and many of the decorations from Bali, providing a rich Asian flavor. When we moved to one of the circles, we found wooden chairs covered with soft, white, comfortable cushions. Men and women were drowned in the graceful music, exquisite wine was served, and misty light contributed to a great atmosphere. Young and old alike seemed to savor this time of leisure.

    I absorbed my surroundings and quickly felt assuaged. My friend was right--this place could stay in a person's memory forever. I still remember every little item there. The only thing I forgot was my friend's name.