Now prominent chains such as Lao Feng Xiang have ambitious plans to open standalone stores in next few years, especially in smaller cities.

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Last month, Feng Xiang, 33, a public affairs official for Beichuan, which was next to the quake epicenter, was found dead -- the third local official known to have committed suicide in the devastated area.

CNN: Amid rebuilding, scars linger from China quake

Last month, Feng Xiang, 33, a public affairs official of Beichuan, which was located next to the quake epicenter, was found dead - the third local official known to have committed suicide in the devastated area.

CNN: China quake scars linger amid rebuilding