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The story begins in the idyllic coastal city of Chinda, famed for its serene crescent beaches and exclusive districts like Bada. Historically, this neighborhood hosted China’s political elite, with villas reflecting European grandeur that once attracted figures like Chiang Kai-shek and Sun Yat-sen. Post-1949, these villas were designated protected properties, meaning they couldn’t be bought or sold freely—until the early 2000s.