Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In a time of chaos during the Three Feudatories rebellion, the wife of Zhang displayed remarkable courage and cunning. While soldiers ravaged the land, she cleverly devised a plan to protect herself from their assaults. By creating a concealed pit in her home, she managed to trap two soldiers who attempted to assault her, ultimately burning them after their demise. Relocating afterward, she continued to evade soldiers until one day, a soldier tried to take advantage of her. Using her wit, she caused his horse to bolt, dragging him away and leaving him severely injured. Her actions demonstrated her intelligence and virtue in the face of brutality.

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