Fish Without Water (鱼没有水) is a poignant Chinese novel that delves into themes of romance, slice of life, and tragedy. The story revolves around a symbolic narrative where a woman compares her existence to a fish without water, drawing parallels between her dependency and the essence of life itself. As the plot unfolds, the relationship dynamics between the characters mirror the fragility of life and the interconnectedness of human emotions. With elements of abandonment, abuse, and self-discovery, this short story encapsulates the journey of a female protagonist navigating through hardships, with a handsome male lead offering solace amidst the tragic backdrop of death and loss.
Fish Without Water (鱼没有水) is a poignant Chinese novel that delves into themes of romance, slice of life, and tragedy. The story revolves around a symbolic narrative where a woman compares her existence to a fish without water, drawing parallels between her dependency and the essence of life itself. As the plot unfolds, the relationship dynamics between the characters mirror the fragility of life and the interconnectedness of human emotions. With elements of abandonment, abuse, and self-discovery, this short story encapsulates the journey of a female protagonist navigating through hardships, with a handsome male lead offering solace amidst the tragic backdrop of death and loss.
Description
Fish cannot live without water.
She stared at the fish in his hand and said, “I’m like this fish.”
He put the fish back into the river and said to her, “Then I’ll be your water.”