An ode to the 流沙包

by Milan Ismangil

Image credit: Milan Ismangil



Hidden inside a dragon’s cage,

three eggs of liquid gold.

I gently lift one out

its soft white shell

An amber flow

I am content.






Author Bio: Milan Ismangil studied musicology and Asian studies after landing in the communications department to pursue a PhD. He writes about culture and everyday life at: https://notjustaboutculture.com