"Three People in the Same City" This novel describes the struggle experiences of three young people, Zi Jin, Yang Xiangdong, and Ouyang Ping, who came to the same city from the countryside. It reflects the intersection of three different life trajectories of intellectuals, officials, and entrepreneurs. It reflects the changes in concepts and destiny in the 40 years of reform and opening up. It reveals the true meaning of life and the beauty and ugliness of human nature, sinking and perseverance. There is a profound philosophy of life between the lines.