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The two old madams reminisced about the times when the sky was ablaze with war.
"Indeed, before the liberation, during those chaotic days of warfare, it was a luxury just to stay alive," Old Madam Huo said, "We are both fortunate, and you must also take good care of yourself and live a long life."
"I will cherish these days," Grandma Wang replied. "But I must admit, getting older does mean that some things are becoming difficult."
"Yes, it seems in a blink of an eye, we're already in our eighties," Old Madam Huo sighed. "Even though our children are successful and we have many grandchildren, it's still hard to let go. I don't want to die."
"Yes, I really don't want to die either," Grandma Wang said. "Our health is still good; we should live as long as possible and not worry excessively. Thinking constantly about death can also affect one's mood."
Old Madam Huo laughed and nodded, "Yes, let's not think about it. Each day we live is a bonus."