The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

In "Washing the Stream Sand for the Dragon Boat Festival," Li Yi grapples with the authenticity of a poem attributed to Zhao Xiu Wen, realizing the implications of its value. A confrontation ensues with a young man, Bai Yu, who insists on its authenticity despite Li Yi's skepticism. Li Yi demonstrates his own calligraphy, revealing the piece's true nature as a forgery. Bai Yu acknowledges his mistake and departs, leaving behind the counterfeit. Amidst humorous banter about Li Yi's reputation, rumors about his stature circulate. Meanwhile, a group of thugs, having been beaten and robbed, plots revenge, leading to a chaotic encounter when they mistakenly target an innocent man. The narrative intertwines themes of deception, reputation, and the absurdity of social expectations.

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