Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

Zhou Ke Chang, initially missing, returned after a year, claiming he had wandered with a Taoist. Post-return, he excelled academically and married Zhao, a beautiful scholar's daughter. Despite a loving relationship, he often chose solitude, leading to family concerns about grandchildren. Frustrated, Ke Chang expressed a desire to leave, causing distress. He later returned, claiming abduction by a merchant, but his scholarly success was a façade. Eventually, a son was born, reaffirming the family's legacy. The tale reflects on mediocrity's role in fortune, suggesting that greatness can emerge from humble beginnings.

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