Core of the Sage.

Summary

Bai Suzhen, after twenty years of meditation, has gained immense power, while Fa Hai has neglected his cultivation, focusing instead on Buddhist politics. Following a humiliating defeat, Fa Hai vows to seek help from the Bodhisattva. As Bai Suzhen escapes with her family, they encounter two mocking scholars. Du Yu, a talented poet, defends her honor by crafting sharp verses, publicly humiliating the lecherous men. The crowd erupts in laughter at Du Yu's clever insults, contrasting the two men's disgraceful behavior with Bai Suzhen's esteemed reputation. This confrontation highlights themes of honor, dignity, and the power of words.

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