Final answer:
Without the context of the story about Marji and her neighbor, an accurate answer regarding the specific story or its reflection on Iranian people cannot be provided. However, the overarching theme of the question indicates a focus on characters in literature adopting 'masks' or disguises and the complexities of identity and perception, particularly in Iranian cultural narratives.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question pertains to the story a character named Marji's neighbor made up about a spot on her cheek in a narrative context likely related to Iranian culture or identity. Unfortunately, the provided references do not include a specific narrative that matches the details about Marji or her neighbor's concocted story regarding a spot on her cheek. Thus, without the proper context of the specific work or narrative in question, providing an accurate and detailed answer about what story the neighbor made up, and what it reflects about Iranian people, is not possible.
However, the overall theme of the question seems to involve the notion of masks or veiling identities, which implies a discussion about characters in literature who may present themselves differently than they truly are, a common motif in literature. This theme is echoed in several of the provided excerpts, pointing to the complexities of identity and perception, particularly with women, as demonstrated in the remarks on a woman's use of makeup or lack of outward personality. Additionally, international artist Shirin Neshat is mentioned, who explores cultural and political themes in her work, and this may tie into the thematic elements of masks and identity within Iranian heritage or the essence of the Iranian people depicted in the narrative.
Examining the provided references, certain excerpts do reflect themes of identity, perception, and the veneer of normalcy that individuals or characters might maintain to conform to societal expectations or personal safety, especially in contexts like the Iranian Revolution, which corresponds with Neshat's experiences. These excerpts collectively suggest the complexity of human characters and the different 'masks' they wear, both literally and metaphorically, within various social and cultural narratives.