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In this deeply personal narrative, the author encapsulates the struggle, resilience, and eventual disillusionment of Shanghai’s middle class. As they reflect on their own disintegration from a life of stability to one of vulnerability, the story serves as a microcosm of a broader societal upheaval, echoing the sentiments of many who now sense a shift in their fortunes and identities. As Shanghai clings to remnants of its former glory, the looming question remains: can this prestigious city and its middle class adapt, survive, and eventually thrive again in the face of such relentless adversity?