Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In a village, a young rascal ventured beyond its limits and boldly claimed he could make a woman on horseback laugh. His friends, skeptical, set a wager and a feast. He rushed ahead, dramatically pretending to be in distress with a beam hung around his neck. The woman laughed at his antics, prompting laughter from onlookers. Even after she left, he remained frozen in his pose, eliciting more laughter. His exaggerated display served as a humorous reminder of the absurdity of taking oneself too seriously.

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