Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

Summary: In this narrative, Hui Lian, a young woman with a complex past, becomes a new servant in Xi Men Qing's household. After her previous husband's death, she is remarried to Lai Wang. Xi Men Qing becomes infatuated with her and initiates an affair, providing her with gifts and special treatment. Their secret rendezvous is accidentally discovered by Jin Lian, another wife, who confronts Xi Men Qing but keeps the incident from Yu Lou. The story highlights the complex social dynamics, marital infidelity, and power relationships within a traditional Chinese household.

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