In the evening, as I stood before the old house, I heard the villagers mention a Hakka proverb that conveys how everyone eagerly awaits the Chinese New Year.
While traveling in Fujian Province, I deeply realized that even areas just a few miles apart can have distinct ways of speaking, truly reflecting the region's rich linguistic diversity.
Before the interview, his mood was as unsettled as if fifteen hanging buckets were drawing water in a state of nervous agitation, making it impossible for him to remain calm.