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Marlene's Starry Day: Fame and Fortune in Athens
Fluent Fiction - Afrikaans: Marlene's Starry Day: Fame and Fortune in Athens
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Story Transcript:
Af: Die son se strale dans oor die bruisende mark in Athene.
En: The sun's rays dance over the bustling market in Athene.
Af: Marlene en Johan loop tussen die stalletjies deur.
En: Marlene and Johan walk between the stalls.
Af: “Dit ruik heerlik hier,” sê Marlene en neem 'n diep asem in.
En: "It smells wonderful here," says Marlene, taking a deep breath.
Af: Die geur van vars olyfolie en speserye hang in die lug.
En: The aroma of fresh olive oil and spices hangs in the air.
Af: Die kraampies is vol kleurvolle vrugte en handgemaakte kunswerke.
En: The stalls are full of colorful fruits and handmade crafts.
Af: Vrolike Grieke roep hul goedere uit terwyl toeriste verby strompel.
En: Cheerful Greeks call out their goods while tourists stumble past.
Af: Marlene stop by 'n stalletjie met fyn linne tafellakens.
En: Marlene stops at a stall with fine linen tablecloths.
Af: Sy hou een op teen die lig.
En: She holds one up to the light.
Af: "Moet ek hierdie een koop, Johan?
En: "Should I buy this one, Johan?"
Af: " vra sy.
En: she asks.
Af: Maar Johan odgovor nie.
En: But Johan does not answer.
Af: Dieselfde oomblik lui 'n opgewonde stem agter hulle, "Dit is sy!
En: At that same moment, an excited voice behind them exclaims, "It's her!
Af: Die aktrise van Suid-Afrika se beroemdste sepie!
En: The actress from Suid-Afrika's most famous soap!"
Af: "Johan verstik amper aan sy kougom.
En: Johan almost chokes on his gum.
Af: "Marlene, hulle dink jy is beroemd!
En: "Marlene, they think you're famous!"
Af: " fluister hy met 'n skalkse glimlag.
En: he whispers with a mischievous smile.
Af: 'n Groep mense begin om hulle versamel.
En: A group of people begins to gather around them.
Af: 'n Knap meisie met lang, donker hare storm vorentoe.
En: A pretty girl with long, dark hair rushes forward.
Af: "My naam is Annelie," sê sy energiek.
En: "My name is Annelie," she says energetically.
Af: "Ek is 'n groot aanhanger van jou werk!
En: "I'm a big fan of your work!"
Af: "Marlene kyk vlugtig na Johan, wat met 'n skelm glimlag knik.
En: Marlene glances quickly at Johan, who nods with a sly smile.
Af: "Ja, dis ek," sê sy, speel-speel beskeie, maar met 'n vonkel in haar oë.
En: "Yes, that's me," she says, playfully modest yet with a sparkle in her eyes.
Af: Sy maak 'n grinnik van opgewondenheid toe sy omring word deur mense wat haar handtekeninge vra.
En: She grins with excitement as she's surrounded by people asking for her autograph.
Af: Annelie bied aan om hul gids te wees vir die dag.
En: Annelie offers to be their guide for the day.
Af: Marlene geniet die spesiale behandeling.
En: Marlene enjoys the special treatment.
Af: Hulle kry gratis lekkernye by die mark en Marlene word selfs voor in 'n verversings-ry geplaas.
En: They get free treats at the market, and Marlene is even placed at the front of a refreshment line.
Af: As die liggies van die middag begin vervaag in die aandsterre, word Marlene genooi om by 'n lokal geleentheid te praat.
En: As the lights of the afternoon begin to fade into the evening stars, Marlene is invited to speak at a local event.
Af: Johan druk speels sy skouer.
En: Johan playfully nudges her shoulder.
Af: "Hier is jou
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