Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

The poem reflects on deep emotions and the beauty of nature, intertwined with a narrative involving Jin Lian and Xi Men Qing. After a night together, Jin Lian searches for her missing red shoe, leading to a series of misunderstandings with her servants Qiu Ju and Chun Mei. Despite their efforts, the shoe remains elusive until it's discovered in a bookcase by Qiu Ju. However, Jin Lian, upon examining it, claims it’s not hers, leading to further conflict. Meanwhile, Chen Jing Ji finds another shoe in the garden, hinting at playful mischief. The scene captures themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of relationships in a poetic and engaging manner.

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