The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

In a winter setting, Li Xuan eagerly prepares for a night out at the Qunyu Courtyard, despite Li Yi's concerns about the potential trouble of getting drunk. The narrative shifts to the competitive atmosphere in brothels where courtesans vie for the prestigious Oiran title, which brings fame and wealth. A woman, Drunken Ink, is urged by her matron to participate in the competition, as her future depends on it. Meanwhile, Li Xuan enjoys the entertainment at the brothel, surrounded by eager patrons. The scene highlights the superficiality of attraction and the precarious position of courtesans, whose status can change drastically based on popularity and purity.

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