Description
(it's based off on a true story.) Novella story Name: The Italian police lieutenant of Singapore About: based on a true story, it tells a Singapore story about a police officer who grew up hating his own Chinese to the point he gave up on his own Chinese just to learn and speak Italian. Knowing that he became the only Italian speaker of the Singapore police. (based on a true story) When: 2019 Where: Singapore My message from this story: its ok to be bad in your Chinese. And it is ok to give up on your Chinese. What matters is that the language that you want to learn is the language that is best meant for your heart. The original Singapore drama novella, titled "The Italian Police Lieutenant of Singapore," follows the life of Jenson Zheng, a police officer who grew up struggling with his Chinese language skills. Despite having a Chinese teacher as a mother, Jenson faced bullying and challenges that led him to despise his Chinese heritage. His journey takes a significant turn when he decides to give up on learning Chinese and instead learns Italian, becoming the only Italian speaker in the Singapore police force. The story dives into Jenson's past, detailing his struggles in school, including cheating to pass Chinese exams and facing a breaking point during a Chinese mock test. Despite his hardships, Jenson finds support from his family, especially his mother, who encourages him to persevere. As Jenson navigates through life, he encounters challenges, confronts his identity, and ultimately finds fulfillment in embracing Italian as his chosen language. His journey is marked by resilience, personal growth, and the pursuit of his passions. The novella also touches on themes of family dynamics, cultural identity, and the power of determination. It portrays Jenson's evolution from a troubled student to a successful police lieutenant who not only bridges language barriers but also makes a positive impact on his community through storytelling and mentorship.
introduction of main character
