Star Crossed In Time

I lead Bai Lei over to the food stall and order us both a lemonade and decide at the last minute to share a cotton-candy. The man hands me the bright, pink and blue, cotton candy on a stick as I pay so I quickly pass it to Bai Lei.

The man then hands me the drinks so I tell him "Thanks" and quickly find a table. Bai Lei quietly follows me from behind while carrying the cotton candy. I stick the straw in the lid and say "Just suck on it..." Bai Lei arches a dark brow but doesn't say anything as I take a sip of mine.

The cool lemonade instantly brings color back to my face but as I look back up to Bai Lei, he sits looking at the cotton candy with a smile. I smirk and ask "Why aren't you eating it?" Bai Lei turns to me and gives me a look of confusion as he says "Why would I eat a flower?"  

I choke on the lemonade and try my best not to laugh at him. I guess it could be mistaken for a large fluffy flower... I lean over and pull a piece off the fluffy cotton candy and pop it into my mouth. I smile at him and say "It's a snack, not a flower." 

He continues to frown but he gingerly pulls a small piece off and slightly sniffs it before popping it into his mouth. His dark brooding eyes instantly brighten as he looks over to me in amazement. I giggle at him and say "Pretty good, huh?" He nods his head before pulling off another piece. 

After a few bites though, he hands me the cotton candy and says "I can't eat anymore, it's too sweet." I smile and take it from him but I don't eat it. I only got it for him... Bai Lei suddenly freezes and stares at something behind me.

I turn to look and find a theme park employee handing out balloons to the children. "How are the balls floating in the air like that? Are they like lanterns?" He asks with confusion. I turn back around and say "Magic~~" I really couldn't explain to him how helium works... 

Bai Lei frowns at me and says "Why do you always say that? I'm starting to think you're lying..." I give him a knowing smile before saying "I only say "magic" when something is too complicated to understand." He gives me a glare before saying "Are you calling me an idiot?"

I quickly lose my smile and say "If I was calling you an idiot, I'd call you an idiot." I turn and point to the ballons and say "They're rubber and latex balloons that use a gas called helium to float. They're anchored down by the strings, without that, they would keep flying up until they disappear completely." 

Bai Lei watches me with a blank look before looking back at the balloons. He slowly nods his head and says "Magic..." I instantly feel my eye twitching...  "Let's go try one more ride before we head home..." I say with a sigh. Bai Lei gives me a slightly panicked look but I quickly wave him off as I say "Don't worry, it'll be something mild."

After looking at several different rides, I decided to try out the water ride. It was rated for all ages so it shouldn't be stressful or wild. After waiting in line for several minutes, we climb onto the large boat looking ride. Several other people pile on, mostly being kids with parents and grandparents.

I nod in approval and begin to relax. They didn't even have safety restraints on this ride, which means it'll be extremely mild. The boat slowly starts moving in the water as the speakers on the sides say "Welcome aborad! Please keep your hands and feet inside the boat at all times. As we make our way through the jungle, you'll have to remain quiet. If you're too loud, you'll scare the dinosaurs away!"

"If you're lucky, you'll get to see them! But don't be afraid though, if they try to attack the boat, we'll quickly speed up to get away! We hope you enjoy the ride!" The friendly voice ends as adventurous music begins to play.

I smile and lean back as the boat slowly drifts down the large man-made river. Finally, a ride we can enjoy. Large bushes and trees are all along the river, creating a jungle-like vibe as bird/animal noises are heard from hidden speakers. It was truly a cute little ride!