Carefree Journey.

Summary

The narrative unfolds at "Fang Yuan," an imposing building in the West Market, where Li Yu and his companions confront officials brandishing weapons. As tensions rise, Li Yu cleverly defuses the situation by pretending to be performers seeking attention, prompting sympathy from onlookers. Kang Ban Zhu, a seasoned troupe master, supports this ruse, sharing their tragic story, which garners coins from the crowd. Meanwhile, Mai Chen and Rong Xu plot against Li Yu, underestimating his calmness and quick thinking. The constables, initially menacing, are caught off guard, unsure how to respond to the unexpected performance, highlighting the thin line between authority and perception in this tense encounter.

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