A gentle breeze enters the forest

Author: Chi Zijian
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The novel employs a freehand, expressive style to paint a classical, poetic, and imaginative scene, showcasing the artistic tension in Chi Zijian's language. In the love symphony of Meng Hezhe and Fang Xuezheng, there are tranquil forests, gentle breezes, the moon, starlight, and the sound of horse neighing, all harmoniously blending together like celestial music. This elevates the work's depiction beyond the physical and carnal, reaching a spiritual realm. At the beginning of the story, the birch bark lamp is filled with the joy of singing birds and the vitality of spring, while at the end, the gentle breeze and serene night in Fang Xuezheng's mind fade away, leaving us with a mix of happiness and sorrow. The lingering sadness and the beauty of melancholy are inescapable, echoing in our hearts. When much of the narrative focuses on worldly concerns such as titles, money, positions, and honors, Chi Zijian steadfastly maintains her elegant and poetic tone. The work is filled with sorrowful sighs and carries a religious aura, resembling a heavenly finale.