This quote is taken from the darkest part of the short story, and it tells readers that there are symbols used in everything. It also helps readers understand that darkness is everywhere throughout the world. In the story two Mandarins were competing against each other using different symbols, both with a sense of infallibility. The two Mandarins used symbols to resemble who’s wall was the strongest. As the battle continued, people grew sick and even reached their imminent death. There are many symbols that life is full of, as mentioned in this quote. Both the kite and the wind are a symbol of unity, because without wind a kite can not fly. The two have to work together in order to succeed. The two cities realized this and came to work together