2002 China Online Literature Selection

Author: Lin Se and others (editors)
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Features: There lives a person in our hearts. He wakes up very early and sleeps very late, with few moments of clarity. When we wander through the vast sea of people, he is taking a nap in our hearts. Despite this, your gaze still appears bright, and your complexion is good. He lurks in your heart every day, watching the world through your eyes—seeing the people, cars, and sounds moving on the streets under the sunlight. Every day, you see him in your dreams, witnessing him wielding a sword and riding through the lightless void. You often hear his howls in the darkness and are startled awake by them. Others say you are dreaming. In your heart, this person is filled with longing. You often see this longing transform into a large black dog in the dark space, soaring through the clouds and barking wildly at the sky. Yet, the tiny person in your heart remains silent and speechless.