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Suyuan Vs Jing-Mei

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According to Suyuan, if one exemplifies the flawless daughter, cruel, callous complications are competently overcome. Because talent symbolizes each individual’s charisma, Suyuan decides to schedule piano lessons for Jing-mei. Jing-mei refuses to play the piano because she wants to represent herself in her own way. “ ‘You want me to be someone that I’m not!’ I sobbed. ‘I’ll never be the kind of daughter you want me to be!’ ” (Tan 153). As a result, Jing-mei and Suyuan’s feud ended in dismay. Jing-mei is confused pondering why she is forced to play the piano when she has no interest in music. On the other hand, Suyuan is equally perplexed, she only wanted Jing-mei to play well and feel proud of herself. If one is talented, it is easier for

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