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Summary

On the fifteenth of August, during the Mid-Autumn Festival, Zuo Xiu Quan reflects on the past while listening to a beggar sing nostalgic verses. He recalls the prosperity of the Wu Dynasty and the changes that have occurred over the last twenty years. Zuo Xiu Quan, accompanied by Yin Ping and Yue Yun, visits Jiangning City, feeling a mix of nostalgia and disappointment at the dilapidated state of the area. The beggar's song evokes memories of Ning Yi, a figure of significance in the region's history. As Zuo Xiu Quan converses with a vendor about the recent turmoil caused by the Fairness Party, he learns about the harsh realities faced by wealthy families like the Xue Family, who were unjustly punished and ultimately driven to ruin. The vendor shares insights into the brutal methods employed by Zhou Shang's men, who execute judgments without mercy, leading to widespread violence and looting. Despite the vendor's disdain for the wealthy, Zuo Xiu Quan ponders the implications of the Fairness King's actions in Jiangning. Meanwhile, a beggar nearby, once accustomed to luxury, listens intently, revealing the depth of suffering and loss in the community. The narrative highlights themes of nostalgia, injustice, and the complexities of human nature amidst societal upheaval.

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