Silver Fox.

Summary

Su Shi, despite his scholarly demeanor, finds himself in a physical altercation with Tie Xin Yuan in a peach forest. Tie Xin Yuan, stronger and more imposing, drags Su Shi deeper into the forest and beats him, frustrated by Su Shi's clever but biting insults. As Su Shi continues to provoke him, Tie Xin Yuan, feeling a mix of anger and pity, pours wine into Su Shi's mouth. The narrative reveals Tie Xin Yuan's past as a formidable figure in the Western Regions, known as Yipianyun, a notorious horse bandit. He recounts his experiences, including capturing an old bandit leader and amassing wealth and power. Despite the violence, there is a strange camaraderie between the two, as they share wine and stories of their exploits. The chapter explores themes of power, identity, and the complexities of human relationships, set against the backdrop of a vast and dangerous world.

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