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The Lotus Lantern<br><br>Red lanterns hung from strings above Liang’s head. “What a beauty!” Liang exclaimed as he walked in the streets of the Chinatown.<br>Suddenly, Liang saw it. It was hung above the grand stage. A beautiful lantern shaped like a lotus. It bloomed in front of Liang’s eyes. Liang saw a tag beside the Lotus Lantern: $300. <br>Liang sadly shook his head. “By the time I’ve earned that much money, Chinatown will be closed!” he thought.<br>Liang went to the stage. He took a seat on one of the folding chairs.<br>“Welcome! I’m your host!” the host announced. “We have great acts for you! But first, I’ll have to choose a volunteer! How about you there, young man?” He pointed a long crooked finger at Liang. <br>Liang basically got pushed onto the stage by the crowd. He had to do many weird stunts and acts. <br>Finally the show was over. Liang sighed in relief, “Finally!” He was still dizzy from the hypnotizing show. <br>Liang heard the host say, “Thank you, young man! Now, yo...