I’m Ugly, But I’m Really a Goddess

Lin Diya: I have excellent grades and win scholarships every year.

The interviewer: You are ugly.

Lin Diya: I learn well and can pick up anything quickly.

The interviewer: You are ugly.

Lin Diya: I have good character and never quarrel with others.

The interviewer: You are ugly.

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Most of us are taught from a young age that everyone is equal, men and women are equal, and that we should not judge people by appearance or treat them differently because they are rich or poor. But when we grow up, we discover that people are not equal, and neither are men and women. Most people like beautiful people and dislike ugly people; everyone longs for a wealthy life and looks down on the poor. Even more frightening is that we think this is only natural, accepting it in confusion and with pleasure, without feeling the slightest shame.