Thanks to TikTok Refugees, “Li Hua” Finally Gets Replies Decades Later
A new trend of TikTok refugees writing letters back to “Li Hua” has sparked both laughter and tears on Xiaohongshu
“Dear Li Hua...” The replies from “TikTok refugees” to Li Hua have touched the hearts of countless Chinese netizens. For years, “Li Hua” served as the pen name for a generation of Chinese students in English exams, writing imaginary letters to foreign friends. Now, former TikTok users are finally replying, sparking lively discussions on Chinese social media. As more international users join Xiaohongshu, connections between Chinese and American netizens are thriving, fostering cultural exchange and rekindling emotional bonds across borders.
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