Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

Ximen Qing, a seasoned warrior and owner of a medicine shop, is mourning his late wife, Zhuo Er. While wandering the streets, he encounters Pan Jinlian, a beautiful woman married to the less-than-attractive Wu Da Lang. Determined to win her over, he seeks help from Wang Po, a tea seller and matchmaker. After various discussions and humorous exchanges, Ximen Qing expresses his desire for a new wife, even considering divorced women. Wang Po offers a potential match but humorously reveals the candidate is 93 years old, leading to playful banter. As Ximen Qing continues to pursue his interests, he becomes increasingly restless, fixated on Pan Jinlian.

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