From West Lake to Beijing: The Early Journey of Mr. Turbo – A Tale of Discipline, Dreams, and Defiance
On a warm, breezy summer night in Hangzhou, China, Mr. Turbo came into the world. The air was soft, filled with the distant hum of passing cars along the lakefront and the gentle lapping of waves from West Lake. Born at The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, his arrival passed quietly for the world, but for his parents, it marked the beginning of an uncertain journey.
His father, a modest government official handling foreign tourist registrations, believed in structure and discipline. His mother, gentle but withdrawn, preferred to stay home—a choice that frequently sparked arguments. His father believed more income was necessary for the family’s well-being, and their son, Mr. Turbo, was often at the center of these frustrations.
As a child, Mr. Turbo had...