The Year 1979 in My Life

Summary

He Fang welcomed Li He back home, expressing relief at his return. She shared updates about their friends and the booming restaurant business. Li He, preoccupied with a letter from Zhang Wan Ting discussing liberal ideology and its implications, struggled to find the right tone for his response. He reflected on the failures of neoliberalism post-Soviet Union and the challenges of implementing liberal ideas in China. Despite He Fang's attempts to engage him, Li He focused on writing, ultimately mailing a heartfelt letter to Zhang Wan Ting. He realized his anxiety was unwarranted and that her concerns reflected a patriotic spirit.

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