" My father used to tell me about the ancient heroes who protected China against demons. How the gods gave them magical stones or lanterns or swords to help them on their quests. But even then, the heroes weren't invincible. They knew fear and loss, yet they fought anyway, because they knew it was the right thing to do. Because in their hearts, they were brave and true."
She bit her lip, reflecting on her father's stories. The heroes had always inspired her, even if none of them had been girls. "

― Elizabeth Lim , Reflection (Twisted Tales)