Woman, born a beauty -- Crazy Red series

Author: Bei Yang
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
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1. We pledge—From this day of marriage, we will not only become husband and wife, loving and supporting each other, sharing joys and sorrows, but also become friends, and specifically, honest friends, encouraging, advising, and critiquing each other.
2. We realize—A happy life together depends entirely on spiritual communication. Therefore, we will use words wisely, not only to express love and care but also to deepen our understanding and grow together. We will never shout harshly, never use actions to replace words, and never allow marital violence.
3. We understand—Family and career are fruits jointly cultivated by husband and wife. Their contributions to the family are equal, and their value is the same whether at home or in society. The salary from social work, no matter how much, is equivalent to the salary of household work.
4. We agree—If we have children in the future and have differing opinions—even sharp disagreements—on discipline, we will always restrain ourselves and seek expert advice. We will never use children as tools to fulfill our own ambitions or to boast about ourselves.
5. We believe—Monogamy is the cornerstone of social stability and the safest cradle for children to grow. We cherish and respect this system and uphold its dignity through actions and deeds.
6. We are cautious—Marital life is not always colorful; it is ordinary and even mundane. Without nurturing and cherishing it, life can become withered, and the soul can become vulgar. Therefore, we will maintain a balanced holiday schedule and grow alongside our children.
7. We remember—We respect our own parents and also our partner’s parents. This is not only to repay the kindness of upbringing but also to cultivate our own integrity and set an example for the next generation.
8. We understand—We will grow old, so from this day of marriage, we will cultivate artistic interests outside of our professions, such as books, painting, and music, to keep our lives fulfilling and brilliant. The Woman, Born a Monster, The Woman, a Dangerous Investment, and The Woman, Harder to Understand than God cover Bei Yang’s insightful commentary on female aesthetics, marital emotions, and psychology across different periods. In The Woman, Born a Monster, Bei Yang humorously discusses women’s efforts in their appearance and posture, from ever-changing hairstyles to the length of cheongsam slits and the thickness and height of high heels. It reflects men’s (aesthetic fatigue) and helplessness, making it laugh-out-loud reading.
Bei Yang has numerous comments on female aesthetics, marital emotions, and unique psychology. His essays on women do not soften their tone because they critique women but remain the sharp and lively style readers know. He thoroughly exposes women as the "born monsters" who are harder to understand than God. Though his critiques of women are lighthearted and biting, they also mock the various shortcomings of men caused by women, lamenting their misfortunes. His sharp words tear away the (gorgeous robes) of pretense that both men and women wear, pointing directly at the hidden depths of humanity—a love-driven creature that can be humble, great, base, or beautiful.