This work follows the Liu family as they settle at Qiao Lake, recounting the village's history, the everyday lives of its people, and the rise and fall of families with different surnames. It offers a simple account of the bonds between people, between people and their families, and between family and country.
I hope it can serve as the finishing touch, keeping alive memories of the youth that has passed and the Qiao Lake that has disappeared. May countless fellow villagers recall once again the unforgettable stories of home.
May the history and legends of Qiao Lake continue to be passed down, flourish, and grow ever stronger.
