The Tale of Jin Pingmei.

Summary

The passage details the funeral preparations for Li Ping'er, wife of Ximen Qing. After her death, various family members and servants collaborate to arrange the funeral, including creating a spiritual portrait by Han Mister, preparing mourning attire, ritual vessels, and ceremonial items. Ximen Qing carefully manages every aspect of the funeral, from allocating funds to organizing staff responsibilities. The narrative highlights the intricate traditional Chinese funeral customs, emotional responses of family members, and the meticulous social protocols surrounding death and mourning.

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