When An-mei Hsu returned to China, she faced the harsh realities of her family's past and her mother's struggles. She experienced deep emotional turmoil as she confronted the societal expectations and traditions that had shaped her life. An-mei grappled with her identity and the sacrifices her mother made, ultimately leading to a profound understanding of her family's history and the generational trauma they endured. This journey helped her reclaim her voice and assert her own identity.