The Tale of Jin Pingmei.

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Summary of the text: Ximen Qing, a wealthy and influential man, is involved with multiple women, including Pan Jinlian and Wang Liu Er. He visits the Jade Emperor Temple to fulfill religious obligations, sending gifts and preparing for a ritual to name a child. The detailed narrative describes his interactions with temple disciples, his lavish lifestyle, and the elaborate temple setting, highlighting the complex social and spiritual dynamics of the period through Ximen Qing's personal experiences and religious observances.

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