July 28th, Year of Gengchen
I have heard that the market sold a thousand copies of an art book from Japan in a single day. After purchasing and perusing it, I found the figures depicted with bulging muscles, robust and powerful, unlike ordinary people, with eyes as large as fists and hair-like bristles. The style is indeed peculiar.
Despite this, the plot was full of twists and turns, captivating the reader. After finishing one volume, I eagerly anticipate the next. I have learned that the book is titled Youthful Battle Spirit, and the name alone stirs the blood. Indeed fascinating.
A young man saw me holding this book and exclaimed, "2D Admirer," seemingly calling me a "Today Admirer" to him. Is this how young people make friends nowadays so direct?
August 5th, Year of Xinsi
The day before yesterday, while preparing for the provincial exam, I was so engrossed in reading that I did not notice a merchant from Japan waiting beside me to handle some business.
As I read the line, "To die now brings death, to undertake a great job also brings death; if we must die, should we not die for a great job?" The merchant followed with a sigh, "This is great!" It seems visitors from Japan are also well-versed in Chinese classics and should not be underestimated!