The following is an appreciation of some good sentences from the seventh chapter of 'Dream of the Red Chamber': ** 1. Description of the Cold Fragrance Pill ** "I want twelve taels of white peony stamens that bloom in spring, twelve taels of white lotus stamens that bloom in summer, twelve taels of white hibiscus stamens in autumn, and twelve taels of white plum stamens in winter. He dried these four kinds of stamens in the sun at the vernal equinox of the following year and ground them together with the medicine powder. He also asked for 12 coins of rain on the day of rain…12 coins of dew on the day of white dew, 12 coins of frost on the day of frost, and 12 coins of snow on the day of light snow. He mixed the four kinds of water evenly, mixed the medicine, added 12 cents of honey, 12 cents of white sugar, and made a pill the size of a longan. He placed it in an old magnetic jar and buried it under the flower roots. If you're sick, take it out and take a pill. Use twelve portions of corktree bark to boil it down." This paragraph described in detail the method of making the Cold Fragrance Pill. From the material selection to the production process, it was extremely complicated. This not only reflected the uniqueness of Baochai's illness, but also hinted that Baochai's personality was as complicated as Leng Xiangwan's. The collection of all kinds of stamens belonged to the four seasons, and the essence of the four seasons was gathered together. Coupled with the water of specific solar terms, it reflected a delicate and almost harsh requirement. This complicated production process echoed Baochai's seemingly calm, restrained, and introverted personality. Her "coldness" and "fragrance"(external beauty and internal coldness) had a concrete embodiment on this Cold Fragrance Pill. ** 2,"It is not difficult to be friends because of handsome looks, but to study for romantic"** The meaning of this sentence,"It is not difficult to become friends because of handsome looks, but to study for romantic affairs", was that if it was not difficult to become friends because of handsome looks, Baoyu only studied for romantic affairs. This revealed Jia Baoyu's mentality, which was mostly critical. It reflected that Jia Baoyu was not a person who studied for fame in the traditional sense. He went to school more because he was attracted by Qin Zhong's handsomeness and wanted to make friends with him. It was a revelation of the purpose of the hedonistic sons of that time. This kind of description exposed Jia Baoyu's true thoughts that did not conform to the traditional feudal education concept. It also reflected the authenticity of the characters in 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. The characters were not simply good and evil, but had complex human characteristics. Read more exciting novels for free
Dream of the Red Chamber is a classic work in Chinese classical literature. There are many classic sentences that are worthy of our appreciation. The following are some representative sentences: Happy families are all similar, but unfortunate families have their own characteristics. This sentence expressed the similarities between happy families and also revealed the differences between unhappy families. 2. The water is clear and there are no murlocs. The water is cheap and invincible. This sentence expressed a negative thought that the world was too perfect and people were too kind, so they easily lost the opportunity to compete and challenge. The Peach Blossom Pond is a thousand feet deep, not as deep as Wang Lun's love. This sentence expressed a deep feeling. Although the water that Wang Lun gave to the Peach Blossom Pond was a thousand feet deep, it could not compare to his deep feelings for the owner of the Peach Blossom Pond. There are a hundred different kinds of flowers. Red men are different from dogs. This sentence expressed a concept of equality. Although flowers have hundreds of colors, each color is equal. Although humans and dogs are different species, their personality and dignity are the same. When the swallows come, the pear blossoms of Xinshe fall behind Qingming. This sentence depicted the scene of spring. When the swallows returned, the pear blossoms had already fallen. This poem vividly presented the beautiful scenes of spring and autumn through figurative metaphor. These are some of the classic sentences in 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. Through vivid descriptions and profound thinking, they show the essence of Chinese traditional culture and thought.
The poems in the first chapter of 'Dream of the Red Chamber', contained a rich content. The following is an analysis and appreciation of some of the poems: [1. A paper full of absurd words and bitter tears!] Everyone says that authors are crazy, who can understand the meaning behind it?" 1. ** The hardships of creation and emotional expression ** - This was a five-character quatrain. It seemed short, but it conveyed the complex emotions of Cao Xueqin's creation of 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. The words "full of absurd words" indicated that the contents of the book were mostly fictional and fantastical, as if they were telling some seemingly absurd stories. However, behind this was the author's "bitter tears." The author had experienced the decline of his family and the ups and downs of his life. These experiences were integrated into the work. He used the seemingly absurd story as a medium, but in fact, he was pouring out the pain and helplessness in his heart. - The term "author maniac" reflected the public's view of the author. In the eyes of others, the author was immersed in the creation of such a work, which might be seen as a kind of idiotic behavior. But "who can understand the meaning" was the author's cry. He knew the deep meaning of his works, the rise and fall of the family, the fate of the characters, and the rich meaning of the society, but very few people could truly understand. 2. ** A hint to the theme of the work ** - This poem also hinted that the main theme of 'Dream of the Red Chamber' was not as simple as the story on the surface. The novel contained thoughts on life, society, family, love, and many other aspects. These thoughts were expressed in the form of "absurd words", which required the reader to savor deeply to understand the true meaning. ** 2,"I have no material to mend the heavens, and have wasted my years in the mortal world." This is the matter of the past and the future. Who will remember it and make a strange biography?" 1. ** Stone's self-admiration and the feeling of his past ** - From the stone's perspective, this was the stone's self-description. "No material can mend the heavens" used the story of Nüwa mending the heavens. Nüwa refined stones to mend the heavens, but his stone was not used to mend the heavens. He felt useless and abandoned. This sense of uselessness was also an expression of self-awareness, reflecting the insignificance and powerlessness of individuals in the grand destiny or social system. - "Wanting to enter the mortal world for so many years" meant that the stone had come to the mortal world for many years, but it seemed to have gone in vain and did not realize any value. This place contained a question about the meaning of life. After experiencing all kinds of things in the human world, it seemed that he had not achieved any important goal. 2. ** Guiding the narration of the work ** - "This is the matter of the past and the future. Who will remember it and make a strange biography?" These two sentences guided the entire narrative of 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. The stone was engraved with the things that happened before and after him. He hoped that someone could record these stories and turn them into a wonderful book. This was also the origin of the story of 'Dream of the Red Chamber', which laid the foundation for the entire story. ** 3."When the fake is real, the real is also fake. There is a place for inaction-there is nothing."** 1. ** The relationship between truth and falsehood ** - This was a couplet that explored the relationship between true and false and existence and non-existence on a philosophical level. In the world of 'Dream of the Red Chamber', there were many things that were difficult to distinguish between true and false. The story in the book had the shadow of the real family's rise and fall, the emotions of the characters, and other elements. It was also presented through fictional plots and fantasy elements (such as Psychic Jade, Great Illusionary Land, etc.). When people treated fake things as real, real things might be ignored or treated as fake. Similarly, the concept of existence and non-existence was the same. The boundary between existence and non-existence became blurred. 2. ** Guidance for readers ** - This couplet also guided the readers to maintain a kind of philosophical thinking when reading 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. You can't just judge the people and things in the story from the surface. You need to think deeply about the relationship between reality and illusion, existence and non-existence behind the story. This will help readers better understand the complicated relationship between the characters, the development of the plot, and the deep meaning of the story. ** 4."The jade is in the cabinet, seeking a good price; The hairpin is in the casket, waiting for the time to fly."** 1. ** Character's ambition and expectation ** - From Jia Yucun's point of view, this couplet reflected his mentality. The "jade" in the phrase "jade in the cabinet seeking a good price" could symbolize Jia Yucun himself. He compared himself to a beautiful jade, waiting for a good price (opportunity) to display his talent and realize his ambition. He yearned to make a difference in his career, to be appreciated and put in important positions. - The "hairpin" in "A hairpin in a casket waiting for time to fly" could be understood as a beautiful thing or a woman, while "time to fly" was Jia Yucun's character. This also hinted that Jia Yucun hoped to have good things at the right time (including fame, status, women, etc.), reflecting his anticipation for the future, and also reflecting his utilitarian-oriented heart and ambition. 2. ** Depictions of characters ** - This couplet deeply portrayed Jia Yucun's passion for fame and his strong utilitarian-oriented character. In the whole story, he was a character who constantly pursued fame and fortune. This couplet laid the foundation for his character image and formed a sharp contrast with Zhen Shiyin's image of not seeking fame and fortune, thus promoting the development of the story and showing the different attitudes of different characters in the face of fame and fortune. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
'Dream of the Red Chamber' was a classic work in Chinese classical literature. The plot was full of ups and downs, and the structure was rigorous. It was hailed as a masterpiece in the history of Chinese novels. The following is a brief appreciation of the story: At the beginning of the novel, the life scenes of Jia Baoyu, Lin Daiyu and other noble figures were described in great detail to show their lifestyle and values. Then the novel entered the relationship between Baoyu and Daiyu, and the two experienced many emotional entanglements. At the same time, the lives and relationships of the other nobles also gradually unfolded. In the middle of the novel, problems gradually appeared in the Jia family's life, such as the internal struggle of the family, the operation of Wang Xifeng, and the physical condition of Grandmother Jia. At this time, Baoyu and Daiyu's feelings had also been tested, and their feelings had also experienced many twists and turns. At the end of the novel, Baoyu and Daiyu's feelings finally came together, but they eventually left the world. Through the fate of Baoyu and Daiyu, the novel expressed a deep reflection on life and human nature. The plot of the entire novel was full of rich emotions and the characters were also very rich. The rise and fall of the Jia family, the good and evil of human nature, and the hot and cold of society all reflected the profound reality of ancient Chinese society. The novel was also widely used in literature, art, and historical studies.
The language of 'Dream of the Red Chamber' has many unique features. The following is an appreciation of a few snippets: ** 1. Character dialogue reflects psychology and action hints ** When describing a character's dialogue, the author often did not give too many hints about the speaker's expression, posture, and tone, but the reader could feel the character's actions and psychology. For example, when Xue Pan invited Jia Baoyu to dinner, he said," If it weren't for me, I wouldn't have dared to disturb him. It's my birthday on the third day of the fifth month. Who knew that Cheng Rixing from the antique shop would find such a thick and crispy fresh lotus root, such a big watermelon, such a long fresh sturgeon, and such a big Siam pig that was given by the Siam Kingdom as a tribute." Tell me, aren't these four gifts rare? Those fish and pigs are expensive and hard to come by. How did he grow these lotus roots and melons?" Jia Huan also described the scene of Jin Tuer's death to Jia Zheng." I didn't run away just now, but when I passed by the well, a girl drowned in it. I saw that her head was so big and her body was so thick. It was really scary to soak in it, so I rushed over." And the conversation between Baoyu and Madam Wang after he returned. In these conversations, although it was only a pure explanation of the characters 'language, the readers could feel the inner psychological activities and gestures of the characters. For example, when Xue Pan, Jia Huan, and Jia Baoyu said " so thick "," so long "," so big "," so big "," this is ", and " that is ", although they did not describe how their hands gestured and pointed, the language itself hinted at the existence of the action. This gave the reader a lot of imagination, allowing the reader to connect these words with their own personal experiences, thus making the actions of the characters intimate, concrete, and vivid. Not only did it save pen strength, but it also gave play to the reader's subjective initiative, and it also avoided damaging the reader's understanding of language flow and speed. ** 2. Reflect a simple and poetic style ** 1. ** Description ** - There was a poetic and picturesque feeling in the description of the garden residence. For example, in chapter 17, Xiaoxiang Pavilion was described as "a pink wall with several houses inside, covered by thousands of green bamboos". Only three simple sentences wrote the beauty of the environment. The plaque's title,"There is a phoenix coming", was in line with the environmental characteristics. Jia Baoyu's couplet,"Baoding tea is still green in idle smoke, and the fingers are still cold after the chess game at the secluded window", showed the green smoke and fragrance, cool and elegant atmosphere created by the dense bamboo outside the window through the description of the tea brewing in the cauldron and the water smoke still green, and the chess game at the secluded window still cold. 2. ** Overall Style ** - The overall style of the language in 'Dream of the Red Chamber' was simple and concise, elegant and simple, and beautiful. This style was reflected in all aspects. The readers paid attention to the language expression while understanding the story, which could promote the generation of language sense and stimulate the aesthetic experience. ** 3. Character language reflects character relationships and images ** 1. ** Jia Rong's feelings for Qin Keqing ** - From Jia Rong's description of the sick Qin Keqing, one could see his attitude. For example, Jia Rong said to the invited Mr. Zhang,"Sir is really brilliant. Now I hate to meet you so late." Please take a look at my pulse and see if it can be cured, so that my parents can rest assured." "Sir, can you treat this pulse?" "Very brilliant. I would also like to ask you, sir, is this illness or life in any way harmful?" She also said to Wang Xifeng," Aunt will know when she comes back." These descriptions portrayed Jia Rong's pessimistic and indifferent image as a husband to his sick wife. 2. ** Granny Liu's Language Art ** - Granny Liu's ability to get money from the Jia family was related to her language skills. The first time she went to the Jia residence, Wang Xifeng gave her twenty taels of silver and a string of money. The second time she went to Rong Mansion, Madam Wang gave her a hundred taels of silver. This was not only because she brought joy to everyone, but also because she told stories that suited their tastes. Some of the details in the village story she told were in line with the situation of the Jia family. For example, the age, life and death of the children mentioned were related to Jia Baoyu. She praised Baoyu as if he was given by the gods and Buddha by Grandmother Jia and Lady Wang. This story attracted the attention of Grandmother Jia and Lady Wang, showing that Granny Liu's language could skillfully move the power of the Jia family and reflect her language wisdom. ** 4. Daiyu's language reflects her EQ and ability to cope ** When Daiyu first entered the Jia residence, her conversation revealed her exquisite thoughts and high EQ. When she saw Mrs. Wang, she took the initiative to tell her age when she didn't know how to introduce her. When Wang Xifeng appeared, she could quickly judge her status and react. When she didn't know etiquette, she observed her sisters and imitated them. She could also quickly understand the reminders of the maids. These conversations reflected that although she lived under someone else's roof, she could deal with complicated interpersonal relationships. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Chapter 25 of 'Dream of the Red Chamber', contains many aspects of content. The following are some of the main points of appreciation: ** 1. Character and relationship ** 1. ** Little Red's status and interpersonal relationships ** - Xiao Hong was in a trance because she dreamed that Jia Yun woke up. From the description of her "not washing up, she randomly tied her hair in the mirror", it could be seen that she was out of her mind, reflecting her love for Jia Yun. At the same time, Baoyu paid attention to Xiao Hong but could not order her around due to various concerns, and Xiao Hong thought of Jia Yun in her heart. The interweaving of the thoughts and relationships of this multi-angle character enriched the plot. - In the end, Feng Jie took Xiao Hong to her side. The development of this plot was related to Xiao Hong's state and the subtle relationship between her and Baoyu. 2. ** Jia Huan's Character Image and Interpersonal Relationship ** - Jia Huan's performance when copying the Vajra Mantra in Lady Wang's room was full of pretentiousness. He read in a carefree manner and constantly ordered the servant girls. Most of the servant girls hated him, only Cai Xia got along with him. From his gambling with Ying 'er and his various performances here, it could be seen that he lacked the demeanor that a master should have. - There were many reasons why Jia Huan splashed the precious jade with wax. Firstly, he was jealous of Lady Wang's love for Baoyu. Secondly, when Baoyu pulled Cai Xia's hand, Cai Xia refused to let Jia Huan hate her. Moreover, Jia Huan's heart was not balanced when Baoyu was loved by everyone. The most important thing was the struggle between the Di and Shu. If Baoyu was destroyed, he would become Jia Zheng's only "good son". This plot profoundly revealed Jia Huan's despicable nature and the complicated relationship between him and Baoyu. - After Jia Huan splashed Baoyu, Lady Wang's scolding and Sister Feng's reminder led to the subsequent plot of Lady Zhao inviting Ma Daomo. It also further revealed the awkward position of Jia Huan and Lady Zhao in the Jia residence and their conflict with Baoyu and Lady Wang. 3. ** Concubine Zhao's image and transformation ** - In this round, Aunt Zhao and Jia Huan were the ones who fell out of favor, and there was an irreconcilable contradiction between them and Feng Jie and Baoyu, who were in power and favored. The revenge methods that Lady Zhao could use were the despicable methods of a gossipy woman, such as colluding with Ma Daopo to use nightmare magic to curse Baoyu and Sister Feng. - However, in the plot of Tanchun's distant marriage, one could see the helplessness and sadness of Aunt Zhao as her biological mother. Her status was low, and her daughter was not even qualified to cry when she married far away. She could only hide behind everyone and cry silently. This scene showed the multi-dimensional nature of her image, and she was no longer just an evil image. ** 2. Plot development and structure ** 1. ** The ups and downs of the plot ** - First, there was the small incident of Jia Huan splashing Baoyu. This incident deepened the conflict between Jia Huan and Aunt Zhao and Baoyu. Then Aunt Zhao colluded with Ma Daopo to cast a nightmare spell to kill Baoyu and Sister Feng, bringing the plot to a climax. Rong Mansion immediately fell into chaos. - In this crisis, there was a sharp contrast between the previous incident where Sister Feng teased Daiyu and Baoyu's " spouse of the two jades ". The happy atmosphere suddenly turned into a disaster. The plot developed rapidly, which was in line with the characteristics of " good things suffer many hardships " and " extreme happiness leads to sorrow." - Finally, a monk appeared together and saved Baoyu and Phoenix with the Psychic Jade, making the plot return to stability. This kind of ups and downs of the plot setting made the story full of tension. 2. ** The role of the Psychic Jade in the plot ** - Psychic Jade originally had the function of "eliminating evil", but because Baoyu was confused by "sound and color" and Feng Jie was trapped by "goods and profits", it failed. This setting not only reflected the state of Baoyu and Sister Feng at that time, but also provided a basis for the appearance of monks and Taoists to save them. At the same time, it also contained the thoughts of Taoism returning to simplicity and Buddhism removing pollution. 3. ** Manifestation of internal conflicts in the family ** - Through the conflict between Zhao YiNiang and Feng Jie and Bao Yu, this chapter profoundly shows the contradiction between the Di and Shu in Rong Guo Mansion, between those in power and those who have fallen out of favor. This kind of contradiction was a microcosm of the family's internal relations, reflecting the complex network of interpersonal relationships and potential crises in the Jia family. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
'Dream of the Red Chamber' was a classic in Chinese classical literature. The author was from the Qing Dynasty. Here are some highlights: "Jia Baoyu's dream-walking in the Great Illusionary Land": This is the beginning of the novel, revealing the theme of the novel through Jia Baoyu's experience in the dream--the conflict between illusion and reality. This plot played a role in guiding the readers and allowing them to have a deeper understanding of the theme of the novel. [2]"Lin Daiyu Burying Flowers": This is a famous scene in the novel. When Lin Daiyu was burying the flowers, she saw a falling petal and was filled with emotion. This scene showed the sadness and loneliness in the depths of Daiyu's heart and let the readers feel the emotional world of Daiyu. 3." Jia Baoyu Tasting Tea ": This is a detail in the novel that shows Jia Baoyu's wisdom and cultivation through the plot of tasting tea. The tea-tasting scene in the novel was not only an artistic expression, but also a description of Jia Baoyu's character. 4." Xue Baochai Catches the Butterfly ": This is a plot in the novel. Xue Baochai saw a butterfly's injury when she was catching the butterfly, so she took the initiative to bandage its wound. This plot showed Xue Baochai's kindness and love, and also let the readers feel Xue Baochai's charm. 5."Wang Xifeng's Poisonous Lovesickness Game": This is a plot in the novel. When Wang Xifeng set up the lovesickness game, she used a clever strategy to cause Jia Baoyu and Lin Daiyu to misunderstand. This plot revealed Wang Xifeng's wit and ruthlessness, and also gave readers a deeper understanding of Wang Xifeng's character. The above are some of the highlights of 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. Through these plots and details, the characters in the novel have been more deeply portrayed, and the readers have a deeper understanding of the theme and plot of the novel.
'Dream of the Red Chamber' was a classic of Chinese classical novels and was hailed as the pinnacle of Chinese novel history. There were many well-known phrases in the novel, some of which were listed below: 1 " Jia Baoyu lost his memory, Lin Daiyu died, and Xue Baochai became a nun." This sentence was the famous opening sentence of the novel. Through simple language, it outlined the rise and fall of the four families of Jia, Shi, Wang, and Xue, and also expressed the theme and meaning of the novel. "A page full of absurd words and a handful of bitter tears." This was the sub-title of the novel, which summarized the main content and plot of the novel in a concise and clear language. This sentence expressed the author Cao Xueqin's criticism and reflection on the novel, as well as his deep understanding of life. 3 " Strange joints, seeing ghosts, part of the sorrow of separation, don't be an immortal." This sentence described Jia Baoyu's fantasy experience in his dream, expressing the author Cao Xueqin's helplessness towards fate and his thoughts on life. 4." Falling red is not a heartless thing that turns into spring mud to protect the flowers." This sentence expressed the growth and withering of plants, as well as the author Cao Xueqin's deep understanding of human nature and criticism of society. 5." Ten years of life and death are both boundless and unforgettable." This sentence was the author Cao Xueqin's feelings and thoughts about life. It expressed his lamentation about the short and impermanence of life and his cherishment of human nature. These famous sentences have unique literary value and profound significance. They are an indispensable part of "Dream of the Red Chamber" and also a precious heritage of Chinese classical novels.
Baochai's crab poem was a political satirical poem. Judging from the content of the poem, the phrase " The road ahead has no warp and warp, and the skin is black and yellow in spring and autumn " was an epigram. On the surface, it was written that crabs were running amok and their bellies were black and yellow, but it was actually a metaphor for the world. This implied that those who did not choose the right path and had plots in their hearts would not have a good end. This description displayed a sharp irony. From the perspective of the background of her creation and the psychology of the characters, Baochai was disappointed after the failure of the chrysanthemum poem. When she saw Baoyu and Daiyu sing in unison and know each other, she was angry. At the same time, Baochai noticed that Baoyu had no interest in official career and Daiyu indulged him, which was contrary to her values, so she used crab poems to express her feelings. She put on the face of a gentleman, seemingly cursing the crab, but in fact, it might be a kind of beating to Baoyu and Daiyu, who did not conform to the concept of official career that she agreed with. In terms of literary creation techniques, the author Cao Xueqin often used the mouth of the novel characters to express his heart's frustrations, using Baochai's poems to express his thoughts, and using Baochai to satirize the world was a safer way. However, Baochai also had her own contradictions. She ridiculed the crab for its improper and bad state, but she also tried her best to become the second grandmother of Bao, which became self-mockery to a certain extent. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
The association for composing poems in 'Dream of the Red Chamber' was the 'Begonia Society' initiated by Jia Tanchun. This plot had a rich meaning and meaning. Judging from the initiator, Tanchun, the post she wrote to Baoyu showed her fresh and refined temperament. To have such feelings at the age of fourteen or fifteen was far beyond ordinary people's expectations. The girls formed an association to compose poems, which was particularly unique in the Jia family's environment where "a woman's lack of talent was virtue". They studied poetry and competed with each other like real scholars. On the other hand, the young masters of the Jia family were supposed to concentrate on their studies, but they were addicted to bad things. This contrast deeply reflected the failure of the Jia family's education. The girls who formed the association and wrote poems ruthlessly "slapped" the faces of the Jia family's children, and also hinted at the inevitable decline of the Jia family. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Chapter 31 of 'Dream of the Red Chamber', was the scene where Grandmother Jia sent flowers to the palace and wrote about Baoyu's birthday. This time, the description was very delicate, allowing the readers to feel the joy and worry of Lady Jia and Lady Wang, and also showing Jia Baoyu's tenderness and exquisiteness. This time, Grandmother Jia had prepared many beautiful flowers for Baoyu's birthday, including palace flowers. The palace flower was a flower commonly used in the palace. It was treasured because of its gorgeous color and exquisite shape. In Dream of the Red Chamber, the palace flower symbolized nobility, elegance, and beauty. When Grandmother Jia sent the flowers to the palace, she personally put a wreath on Baoyu to symbolize his growth and maturity. At the same time, this plot also expressed the Lady Dowager's love and care for Baoyu and her expectations for his future. This time, the description was full of poetry and beauty, showing the emotions and inner world of the characters in Dream of the Red Chamber. It also made the readers feel the joy and worry of Grandmother Jia and Madam Wang, as well as the tenderness and exquisiteness of Jia Baoyu.