cheri's cafe

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[cheri-translates]

cheri’s cafe

welcome! leave your troubles at the door and enjoy your stay~

✧ have stopped playing mlqc for years but will pop by occasionally for the nostalgia :>

✧ other blogs: love and deepspace ll tears of themis

✧ latest project: official guidebook (vol. 2)

✧ further faq below!

magazine rack ll writings 

soups ll season one content and analysis

snacks ll miscellaneous

beverages ll their weibo content

mains ll dates

desserts ll translated comics ( a-j // k-l // m-v // w-z )

telephone ll calls, moments and texts: 2020 and 2021 l 2022

sugar sticks ll events

jukebox ll asmr transcripts

after-hours ll season two content

courtyard ll pet feature

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🍒 about me

>21, she/her

i'm currently working full-time and often overtime, which means i no longer have the same amount of energy and time to do translations :’< i’ve also stopped playing mlqc for a long time, though gavin will always have a special place in my heart ♡

🍒 regarding my translation style

i'm fluent in both english and chinese, and have been formally trained in both languages since young. 

i'm aware that the official translations are in past tense, but i prefer translating in present tense because it feels more immersive!

🍒 reposting translated fan content (e.g. comics, headcanons) on another website

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🍒 translating something i’ve already translated / are planning to translate

i don’t believe in hogging content + everyone has a different style of translating, so please feel free to translate whatever you want!

🍒 regarding my profile picture and images

it’s a commissioned work by the talented VentiqueMR! 

all images in my masterlist are from unsplash, which grants free use of its content :>

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[CN] Birthday Video from the Official MLQC Weibo account

Caption:

The sweet fragrance of summer is carried into the night, and warm lights illuminate the route home. In this tiny universe filled with snippets of memories, sing the most beautiful love song to him. "It's worth it. Because I want to walk forward." Happy birthday, Gavin.

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[CN] Birthday wishes from the official MLQC Weibo account

The wind disperses across the entire Milky Way, quietly illuminating a brilliant area. With a love akin to a burning torch, affection twines, fingertips interlace, and hearts are connected.

Wishing him years of peace accompanied with joy, and good times that never end.

Happy birthday, Gavin.

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[Art] Happy Birthday!

Original artist: 喵哦哦哦哦哦 (miaoooooo)

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[Art] Happy Birthday!

Original artist: norelle-n

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[Comic] His Tail

Original artist: 西音RISD

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): Photo Wall

Interviewer: Wow, so this is the legendary photo wall that you spent an entire day decorating.

Gavin: It did take some work.

Interviewer: Oh? Is there a story behind this?

Gavin: Actually, I started early that day and used different coloured markers to mark the dates and arranged the photos categorically and sequentially in grids. But she said... that it looked too serious.

Interviewer: That description... sounds a little like an evidence board, doesn't it?

Gavin: I didn't realise it at the time. Fortunately, she re-decorated the board with me.

Interviewer: Haha, the photo wall looks very warm and lovely now!

Gavin: Mm. The stickers at the side were also picked out by her. They're very cute.

Interviewer: Whoa, a lot of effort was put into this photo wall. Can we have a closer look at it?

Gavin: Mm, go ahead.

24 January 2019

Sure enough, the happiness of taking the ferris wheel comes when there are two people.

26 February 2019:

I was warned not to water it every day. I'll definitely bring it up well this time.

28 June 2019:

The wind chime tinkles. It's good weather to miss you.

4 August 2022:

When Sparky is by the beach, it looks even more eye-catching.

29 July 2019:

Bringing along the heart of the sea in the clouds, let's have a flight draped with stars and carried by the moon.

26 November 2021:

The squad wrapped up work early and we got to eat piping hot beef noodles.

Interviewer: Eh? Officer Gavin, did you have a hedgehog in the past?

Gavin: She and I rescued it outside the Special Task Force. It's called "Thorny Jr".

Interviewer: ...sure enough, it has a name in line with Officer Gavin's naming style.

Gavin: She suggested the name.

Interviewer: Haha, the Producer has been completely influenced! Judging by the name, I'm guessing that it could have been good friends with Thorny!

Gavin: I didn't need to water it, so taking care of it was much less stressful.

Interviewer: What happened to Thorny Jr. afterwards?

Gavin: When it recovered its strength, the relevant organisation arranged for it to return to nature. This was the last photo we took before it was released. The little lad was sleeping in the blanket.

Interviewer: Thorny Jr. is so adorable. It must have been difficult to let it go.

Gavin: I trust that it will grow up well in an environment suitable for it.

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): Secrets of the Refrigerator

Interviewer: Officer Gavin, since this is a rare opportunity, could you show us what's inside your refrigerator?

Gavin: ...sure. there are quite a lot of things in it even though I'm not really good at cooking.

Interviewer: In that case, why do you have so much stored?

Gavin: I never used the refrigerator much. But ever since she came, it gradually filled up.

Interviewer: I see! Who is usually in charge of picking the ingredients, and who is in charge of cooking?

Gavin: We do both of those things together. But if I've just returned from a mission, she would chase me out of the kitchen so that I can rest.

Interviewer: Thank you for being so cooperative for our programme, Officer Gavin... Let's open the refrigerator and have a look!

1. Apple Pie

A sweet and delicious dessert that is often brought to the Special Task Force for the benefit of everyone.

Once it's warmed up, the moment you take a bite, even the worst of moods will instantly change for the better.

2. Red Bean Puffs

We've heard that these taste very similar to the ones once sold by the little stall near the entrance of Loveland High School...

The crispiness of the curst accompanied by the fragrance of red beans is amazing!

3. Carrots

Apparently, shredded carrots are needed to create authentic yuxiang shredded pork!

There's more than enough stored in the refrigerator.

Eating more of them can protect one's eyesight too.

4. Pork Ribs

They can be used for sweet and sour pork ribs, pork ribs soup, steamed pork ribs...

As expected, delicious things will come with a hundred ways to eat them.

5. Fish Balls

These are handmade and created with natural ingredients without additives. Fresh, dense, and springy.

Turns out that Officer Gavin could eat these over many consecutive days without getting sick of them!

6. Pineapples

With its fruity fragrance, it's very suitable to include in dishes, adding a sour, sweet and refreshing taste.

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): Quick Questions

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Interviewer: Officer Gavin, we have some questions for you.

Gavin: Okay.

Interviewer: If there are questions you aren't comfortable giving a response to...

Gavin: I'll answer what I can.

Interviewer: What do the both of you usually do after work together?

Gavin: Water Thorny, supervise Sparky Jr. Jr. Jr. as it works, then go for a ride on Sparky.

Note: Thorny is his ball cactus and Sparky Jr. Jr. Jr. is his roomba.

Interviewer: Are there any small habits that you've picked up after being with her?

Gavin: I follow many food-related social media accounts and bring her internet-trending milk tea and desserts as soon as I can.

Interviewer: What do you do to relieve exhaustion for each other?

Gavin: I'd play the guitar for her, and she... gives me massages.

Interviewer: Do you act cute with her?

Gavin: Yes. When she gets angry and I can't coax her, that would be my "killer move" - even though my aim is to simply make her a little happier.

Interviewer: What's the happiest thing that you've done for her recently?

Gavin: I caught the plushies that she wanted from the claw machine and we brought all of them home.

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): Gifts

✧ Sub-masterlist

1. Strawberry Hairtie

You didn't expect to find an exceptionally adorable hair tie here... Strawberries decorate the red string, and it exudes a youthful femininity.

2. Fleece Gloves

Warm and skin-friendly, they fit and bundle his hands.

Wearing them on cold days must feel very warm.

3. Badge of Honour

This is a badge of honour belonging to the Commander of the Special Task Force.

Behind this heavy object, there must have been a past engraved by time.

4. Letter Box

Every single letter contained in it is full of memories of the days of youth.

5. Blue Scarf

The special accessories on the scarf are reserved only for the most special person.

The ginkgo leaf fixed on it will always be a witness to the happy moments shared by the two of them.

6. Belts

There are various styles, customised to fit, and suitable for work, daily life, and other situations.

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): His Home: His Bedroom

✧ Introduction

✧ Living Room l Kitchen

Pendant Light

Turning it on results in a warm yellow light.

Such a warm and calm ambience is the feeling of home.

2. Wind Chime

The wind chime on the windowsill releases clear and melodious sounds.

Like a song that doesn't know its melody, it plays the rhythm of the wind.

3. Back Cushion with Dove Embroidery

The back cushion with doves embroidered on it looks very soft.

Someone probably leans against it often while resting.

4. Music Box

The center of the music box stands a little girl, and it is incredibly exquisite.

The notes belonging to late autumn flow from it slowly.

5. Hand-Painted Pair of Cups

A pair of porcelain cups are placed on the bedside table very close to each other.

They are just within reach.

6. Starlight Lamp

Romance is... when two people lean against the headboard of the bed and admire the colourful world created by the starlight lamp, isn't it?

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): His Home: His Kitchen

✧ Introduction

✧ Living Room l Bedroom

Omelette Maker

The smiley face shape is very cute. Simply looking at it has a therapeutic effect.

These things inject happiness into daily life.

2. Seasoning Boxes

A row of seasoning boxes offering a full selection of variety.

Were they selected by the both of them together?

3. Recipe Book for Home-Cooked Dishes

Firecracker chicken, pineapple duck chunks, fried tofu... there are many home-cooked dishes recorded in it.

The handwriting of two persons are in it. They probably cook together often!

4. Couple Aprons

A pair of large aprons that provide a complete sense of security when tied on.

One is pink and one is blue - a very harmonious match.

5. Soup Pot

Very suitable for making chicken soup. Simply looking at it makes one feel warmth in the heart.

It is smooth and delicate. A heat insulating hand guard is thoughtfully wrapped around the handle of the pot.

6. Couple Cutlery

The style is simple and not gaudy, and they look very durable.

For the pair, every meal and every day is immersed in warmth.

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[Comic] To Us (Pt. 2)

Original artist: 喵哦哦哦哦哦 (miaoooooo)

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Part 1: here

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[Comic] To Us (Pt. 1)

Original artist: 喵哦哦哦哦哦 (miaoooooo)

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Part 2: here

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): His Home: The Living Room

✧ Introduction

✧ Kitchen l Bedroom

Flower Rack

The ball cactus on the flower rack looks very moist.

Is it because someone often waters it?

There's an empty flower pot in the corner which is a little baffling...

2. Roomba

Its name is Sparky Jr.? It sounds like a name with a history.

It seems like an industrious and reliable member of the family.

3. Model Aircraft

Protected by glass, it is carefully displayed on the rack.

It is assembled perfectly. The person who assembled it must also love the blue sky.

4. Medal cabinet

Gavin's medals are displayed in the cabinet organised by the Producer.

Behind this honourable display are countless crisis-ridden days and nights.

5. Darts

Darts are nailed irregularly to the map on the wall.

Are these meant to mark the places they have visited together?

It seems that the two of them have visited many places together.

6. Work Desk

The desk is very spacious, and all the folders are classified neatly.

A sticky note at the corner of the table reminds its owner to rest early.

The night might be busy, but never lonely.

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[CN] Official Guidebook (Vol. 2): His Home (Introduction)

Director: Officer Gavin, can we have a look at your house? Our programme has a home visit segment...

Gavin: ...I'll have to ask for her opinion first. This isn't just my home, it's also her home.

Director: Don't worry, Officer Gavin. Of course we have the Producer's approval!

Gavin: Okay then. Do I need to prepare anything beforehand?

Director: No need for special preparations. We just need to have a look at your house.

Gavin: Has the timing been fixed? If I don't have any missions, I can free myself for a day.

Director: It might be a little sudden, but can we schedule it today?

Gavin: Sure.

✧ Living Room l Kitchen l Bedroom

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[Video] Father's Day

Original artist: 喵哦哦哦哦哦 (miaoooooo)

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Loose translation of the song:

When longing

Multiplies inch by inch,

Don't blame the spring breeze

For turning around again and again.

Just like the spring grass

Which emerge with new life inch by inch,

These are my deep feelings that wait continually.

When destiny

Poses questions again and again

And severs our fate

Till there is no way of bringing it back to life

When the mixture of love and hate is like a tide,

How cruel it is.

Note: The song is called 问情 and the full song can be found here!