Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

A mysterious young woman appears at an old woman's home in Shao Xing, claiming to keep her company while spinning. Initially suspicious, the old woman grows comfortable with her companion. The girl helps with spinning, creating exceptionally fine fabric worth three times the normal price. As her reputation spreads, many seek to meet her, including a scholar named Fei Sheng. After a brief, enigmatic meeting with Fei Sheng, the girl decides their time together has ended and disappears, warning the old woman about the dangers of desire and worldly temptations.

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