The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

Old Fang, a vendor of candied hawthorn, sells most of his skewers to a young girl and helps her carry them home. He feels secure with the coins he earned but keeps the recipe secret. The girl and her friends are intrigued by the treat, while a noble woman named Wang Fei, who has been unwell, unexpectedly enjoys the candied hawthorn, prompting her to request more food. Old Fang returns home, excited about his earnings, dreaming of a better life, but his ambitions lead to a comical confrontation with his wife, showcasing the contrast between his dreams and reality.

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