Inside the Red Mansion

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Lai Changxing's transformation from an illiterate farmer to a notorious gangster and billionaire highlights the complexities of China's rapid economic growth. Journalist Oliver August chronicles his pursuit of the elusive Lai, encountering a colorful array of criminals and unconventional entrepreneurs along the way. This narrative blends elements of crime, travel, and cultural commentary, offering a vivid portrayal of China's exhilarating yet precarious landscape, while revealing deeper insights into the nation's contradictions.