Aixin Er

Author: (Japan) Hayato Shigeko / Zhao Yujiao
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: Unwilling to be sold by her father as a hostess, Aixin flees to Tokyo to learn hairdressing skills. Her hard work and perseverance earn the approval of her master, Dosho, but also provoke jealousy from other apprentices. Aixin is forced to start her own business. Tatsuzo Tanaka, a hairdressing entrepreneur, ardently pursues Aixin and eventually wins her heart. After marrying Tatsuzo, her mother-in-law disdains her humble origins and refuses to recognize the marriage. Determined to build a career, the couple opens a ready-to-wear garment processing factory. However, just as the business flourishes, a sudden Kanto earthquake destroys everything. Desperate, Tatsuzo and Aixin turn to their in-laws for help. The mother-in-law subjects Aixin to relentless abuse, leading to the stillbirth of their daughter. Heartbroken, Aixin takes her child and leaves her in-laws, embarking on another long journey to Tokyo.