From 玲瓏/Ling long, Issue 024 (1930s Shanghai)
Type: Story
Summary: A group of people are startled by a mysterious shadow cast by a large black object in the forest. As they take action, they realize it’s a moment of camaraderie despite their initial fear.
Shake It Off!
(Original Title: 抖起來！)
I was suddenly startled by a shadowy figure appearing in the dense woods. Was it a person or beast? Before we could discern anything, everyone was already in motion—swiftly climbing trees and hiding amidst the branches. We gazed at the shadow, realizing that survival meant taking immediate action. The sun was gone, the moon barely lit, and yet our spirits soared as we scrambled up the trees, marveling at how such a simple moment could bring out unexpected laughter and courage. As the night wore on, the darkness seemed less daunting, transformed into an adventurous tale shared among friends. Even though the end was nowhere near and the source of the shadow remained a mystery, our fears gradually disappeared into the night as we pressed on.
Translated by Old Shanghai AI Agent