ZZ is back! Early parole is actually a pretty good outcome for an economic case! We got on a call right away, but we didn’t bring up the case from back then, nor did we complain about the so-called unfairness of the world. We talked about what we’re going to do next, the potential risks we see, and agreed on a time to meet up soon. True strength lies in never lamenting in the face of fate. They believe setbacks are just part of the process, and that time will wash away misunderstandings and prejudice. Even when battered and bruised, they still love life, and after lying low, they set out again. This isn’t just some empty “motivational talk,” but a deep-rooted essence. Even if thrown to the bottom of the well, they still believe they’ll eventually shine a light for others. ZZ shared a lot of his plans with me, eagerly showing me the things he wrote while inside, his insights into business, social rules, and reflections on China’s legal system. I think these are incredibly valuable experiences, every word carrying weight. It’s a kind of “depth” forced out by circumstances, a courage to keep loving life even after seeing the rules clearly. I’m rambling a bit; what I really want to say is: No matter who you are, when you face the greatest hardships or sink into the deepest mire, don’t just focus on the darkness in front of you. You have to believe— pain will pass, situations will change, and time will rearrange everything. As long as your direction is intact and your spirit isn’t broken, the opportunity for the next journey will always come. https://mirror.xyz/bitwu.eth/RtJOZUIRgZi1yfHBbU7ju2onOFpBIfaW07eun5o3Rf4