A woman who does not know herself has no choice other than to live with other peopleโs evaluations. But no one can adapt perfectly to public opinion. And herein lies the source of their destruction.
Natsuo KirinoWhen stones lying warm in the sun were turned over, they exposed the cold, damp earth underneath; and that was where Masako had burrowed deep. There was no trace of warmth in this dark earth, yet for a bug curled up tight in it, it was a peaceful and familiar world.
Natsuo Kirino