The Year 1979 in My Life

Summary

The passage depicts an intimate domestic scene between Li He and Chang Jing, where she helps him with household chores and prepares a meal. Chang Jing efficiently cleans his living space, washing clothes and tidying the kitchen, while Li He feels both embarrassed and grateful. During lunch, she serves him food and encourages him to eat more, showing care and concern. The narrative explores themes of domesticity, gender roles, and subtle interpersonal dynamics, revealing Chang Jing's competence and Li He's scholarly passivity. Li He also reflects critically on contemporary literature, expressing frustration with stereotypical representations of rural characters.

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