Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In a village, farmer Ma Tian Rong, who lost his wife, encounters a charming young woman he suspects might be a fox spirit. They share flirtatious banter, and she promises to fulfill his requests for gold. Over time, she gifts him fake coins, teasing him about his misfortune. As their bond grows, she hints at parting, leaving him a token for health. Eventually, a matchmaker brings a bride whose beauty is mediocre, revealing the truth behind the fox spirit's words. The story reflects on identity, desire, and the nature of blessings, suggesting that true beauty and fortune come from personal cultivation and karmic legacy.

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