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DAY ONE
Tuesday, June 15
At high noon, a large spaceship landed on the White House lawn. It rested for five hours as the world watched in suspense. At 5:00 p.m., a small door opened, and a creature named Mooba emerged. About three feet tall with feather-like appendages, he spoke perfect English: "Take me to your esteemed leader."
Before the President, Mooba introduced himself as a translator for the ancient Xxlepis race. He warned that the Xxlepis, though intellectually advanced, were emotionally fragile and easily offended. The meeting ended with the promise of more instruction the next day.
DAY TWO
Wednesday, June 16
Mooba appeared in the secured meeting room on his own, unnerving the security team. He instructed the President on Xxlepis etiquette: bow, then remain silent, allowing Mooba to speak. He explained that the Xxlepis valued words above all, seeking new forms of expression across the universe for their poetry. They cherished intangible things like honor and joy, as these inspired countless words. Mooba expressed concern that human culture valued material things over words, which the Xxlepis would not understand. He enjoyed coffee and donuts immensely and showed a curious affinity for the President's dog, Sally.
DAY THREE
Thursday, June 17
The Xxlepis were introduced to Earth. Three tall, robed figures emerged from the ship. Mooba presented a gift to the President on their behalf—a small container. The crowd cheered, and the first formal meeting concluded.
DAYS FOUR - TWENTY
Friday-Sunday, June 18-July 4
The gift contained miraculous bacteria that could cure deficiencies and promote health, easily reproduced for all. In return, at Mooba's suggestion, the President commissioned a compendium of Earth's sacred writings. Meanwhile, Xxlepis mania swept the planet. Their style became a fashion craze, and their name was commercialized into a global brand—an irony not lost on Mooba, as the Xxlepis themselves loved the nonmaterial.
DAY TWENTY-ONE
Monday, July 5
The President presented the lavish, gold-leafed book of sacred writings to the Xxlepis. Proudly, he mentioned that millions were spent to create "the most expensive book ever." Mooba's feathers quivered in alarm. Upon translation, the three Xxlepis immediately shoved the book back, made upset noises, and retreated into their ship at astonishing speed, followed by Mooba. Earth was stunned and confused.
DAY TWENTY-TWO
Tuesday, July 6
The spaceship left. Mooba, however, returned to the White House. He explained the fatal error: by putting a price on the gift, humans had rendered it worthless in the Xxlepis' eyes. They were horrified and insulted. When asked why he stayed, Mooba said he was due for a vacation and wanted some fun, unlike the word-obsessed Xxlepis. He then revealed a secret: "The Xxlepis will be back. Before their ship left I put a puppy on board."
中文翻译
第一天
6月15日，星期二
正午时分，一艘巨大的宇宙飞船降落在白宫草坪上。它在那里静止了五个小时，全世界屏息以待。下午5点，一扇小门打开，一个名叫穆巴的生物走了出来。他大约三英尺高，身上有羽毛状的附属物，用完美的英语说道：“带我去见你们尊敬的领袖。”
在总统面前，穆巴介绍自己是古老种族Xxlepis的翻译官。他警告说，Xxlepis虽然智力高度发达，但情感脆弱，容易感到被冒犯。会议结束，约定次日进行更多指导。
第二天
6月16日，星期三
穆巴自行出现在安保严密的会议室，令安保团队不安。他指导总统Xxlepis的礼仪：鞠躬，然后保持沉默，让穆巴发言。他解释说，Xxlepis最看重言语，为了他们的诗歌，他们在宇宙中寻找新的表达形式。他们珍视荣誉、快乐等无形之物，因为这些能激发无数的词汇。穆巴表示担心人类文化重物质轻言语，这是Xxlepis无法理解的。他非常喜欢咖啡和甜甜圈，并对总统的狗莎莉表现出好奇的亲近感。
第三天
6月17日，星期四
Xxlepis被介绍给地球。三个高大的、身着长袍的身影从飞船中走出。穆巴代表他们向总统赠送了一份礼物——一个小容器。人群欢呼，第一次正式会面结束。
第四至二十天
6月18日 - 7月4日，星期五至星期日
礼物中含有神奇的细菌，可以治愈缺陷、促进健康，并能轻易复制给所有人。作为回报，在穆巴的建议下，总统委托编纂了一部地球神圣著作合集。与此同时，“Xxlepis狂热”席卷全球。他们的风格成为时尚风潮，他们的名字被商业化，成为全球品牌——穆巴没有忽视其中的讽刺，因为Xxlepis本身热爱非物质。
第二十一天
7月5日，星期一
总统向Xxlepis展示了那本奢华、镶有金箔的神圣著作合集。他自豪地提到，花费了数百万才创造出这本“有史以来最昂贵的书”。穆巴的羽毛因警觉而颤抖。翻译后，三个Xxlepis立即将书推回，发出不满的声音，并以惊人的速度退回飞船，穆巴紧随其后。地球震惊而困惑。
第二十二天
7月6日，星期二
飞船离开了。然而，穆巴却回到了白宫。他解释了那个致命的错误：给礼物标价，在Xxlepis眼中就使它变得毫无价值。他们感到惊恐和侮辱。当被问及为何留下时，穆巴说他该休假了，想找点乐子，不像那些痴迷于言语的Xxlepis。随后他透露了一个秘密：“Xxlepis会回来的。在他们的飞船离开前，我在船上放了一只小狗。”