The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

In a humorous encounter, a novice bandit, referred to as the great Han, struggles to rob a woman but ends up being ridiculed for his lack of skills. He admits to being a bandit for the first time to buy medicine for his brother. After failing to recite proper lines, he is confronted by the woman, who teaches him the basics of being a bandit. Despite his blunders, he follows a carriage to Qing'an Mansion, where he amusingly insists on returning the silver he took. The journey is filled with challenges, including bandit encounters, but the group navigates through them with ease. Li Yi, the protagonist, reflects on the absurdity of their adventures, including a confrontation with a governor's son, which showcases the power dynamics at play. The great Han's naive enthusiasm adds a comedic touch to their travels, highlighting the absurdities of their world.

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