Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

Wang Po visits Pan Jinlian, discussing her ill health and the need to prepare burial clothes for herself. Pan Jinlian offers to help with sewing, and they select a suitable day for the task. Over the next few days, Pan Jinlian visits Wang Po to sew the burial garments, bringing food and wine as a gesture of gratitude. Meanwhile, Wu Da, Pan Jinlian's husband, expresses concerns about her frequent visits to Wang Po, suggesting she repay her kindness. Xi Men Qing, a wealthy gentleman, also visits Wang Po, showing interest in Pan Jinlian, who is busy sewing. Their interactions reveal themes of obligation, health, and social dynamics among the characters.

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