Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

Xi Men Qing, despite not being wealthy, expresses his desire to do good deeds, particularly in restoring a dilapidated temple. He decides to donate 500 taels and vows to gather more support from officials. His conversation with Ying Bo Jue highlights the importance of charitable acts. Afterward, he interacts with his household, where his wife, Wu Yue Niang, advises him to avoid shady dealings to ensure a good future for their child. Xue Gu Zi, a former nun, suggests printing the "Tara Sutra" to accumulate merit for his family, emphasizing its benefits for health and fortune. Xi Men Qing agrees to consider the printing costs, showing his willingness to contribute to good causes.

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