The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

In a conversation between Li Yi and a young girl, the girl, who has grown up in a brothel, boasts about her familiarity with various stories. Li Yi, however, challenges her knowledge by mentioning well-known tales she has never heard of, leaving her questioning her life choices. As they discuss the need for new stories to attract patrons, the girl offers Li Yi osmanthus cake in exchange for a story. Li Yi agrees and begins recounting "Painted Skin," a classic tale from "Strange Tales," which he believes will captivate her interest and potentially draw in customers.

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