Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In the plains, a girl named Qiao, unattractive and overlooked, marries Mu Sheng, a widower. After they have a son, Mu Sheng dies, leaving Qiao to fend for herself and her child amidst hardship. Meng Sheng, another widower, proposes to Qiao, but she declines, valuing her virtue. After Meng’s death, Qiao fights against ruffians who rob his estate, earning the respect of officials. She raises her son Wu Tou with integrity, prioritizing his education and future over her own comfort. Years later, despite struggles, she ensures Wu Tou's marriage, but when she falls ill, he neglects her wishes for burial. After her death, he learns a harsh lesson about loyalty and respect.

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