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Intermediate | Plans for Children?

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There are certain personal questions you can expect to be asked in China. Some of them are financial in nature, but others are even more personal. Mentally prepare yourself for these questions with this lesson, while also learning a thing or two about Chinese-style office flirting. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1615

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