Strange Supernatural Tales.

Summary

The passage narrates the tragic story of A Lian, a young woman who lost her grandfather and both parents in May, all dying on or around May 25th. The narrator becomes intrigued by the supernatural circumstances of their deaths, suspecting a connection to the Ominous Mourning Day in feng shui traditions. A Lian is a poor, small-town girl with dreams of seeing the outside world, particularly Beijing's Bird's Nest. The narrator, while sympathetic, hints at a darker reality beyond her innocent perception, choosing to maintain her hope and not reveal the harsh truths of the world.

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