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“How I want to see the mountains, rivers, sunshine, and ruined fortresses! Let the wind course over us until we become beautiful”

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Mian Mian, born as Cai Meng on August 28, 1970, is a contemporary Chinese writer known for her unique perspective and profound insight into the changes and fates of contemporary Chinese society. more

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