When the new generation's cultural frame of reference is Marvel more than folklore, we need to speak their language to retell Hong Kong's stories. The other day, a relative took their kid hiking to see one of Hong Kong's iconic landmarks — Amah Rock (望夫石). It was meant to be a lively little culture lesson, until the kid looked up and asked, in all seriousness: “Why is that figure carrying a sword on its back?” The adult began: “That's Amah Rock. Legend says a woman waited the
