N O T H I N GI would like to write one of those sophisticated stories in which even though nothing much happens theres lots to write about. That cant be done in Kashmir. Its not sophisticated, what happens here. Theres too much blood for good literature.Q 1: Why is it not sophisticated?Q 2: What is the acceptable amount of blood for good literature?y
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