The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable toil of writing; second, the gratification of one's family and friends; and lastly, the solid cash.

路上挤满了去某个地方的人群，但没有人知道他们要去哪里。

我们都在阴沟里，但仍有人仰望星空。

Short-term gains should never compromise long-term sustainability.