Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In the village of Hu Tian, two brothers ventured into a secluded valley to gather firewood. The elder brother was swallowed by a massive python. The younger brother, initially scared, fought back in anger, striking the python and eventually managing to pull his brother out, although he was severely injured. After enduring a long journey home and six months of medical care, the elder brother recovered but bore scars where his nose and ears once were. This tale highlights the younger brother's devotion, suggesting that the python spared them due to their virtue and righteousness.

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