Vernacular Jin Ping Mei.

Summary

The poem portrays a tale of longing and the pursuit of love, featuring Ximen Qing who seeks the help of Wang Po to meet a young lady. Wang Po explains the five essential conditions for success in love, which Ximen claims to fulfill. She then devises a detailed ten-step plan to facilitate their meeting, emphasizing the importance of subtlety and strategy. Ximen Qing is eager and agrees to reward Wang Po for her assistance. The narrative blends romantic elements with a touch of humor and intrigue, showcasing the complexities of relationships and societal expectations surrounding love affairs.

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