Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In the 21st year of Kang Xi, Shandong experienced a severe drought, leading to a heavy flood after a brief rain. An old man's warning of impending disaster went unheeded, and the village was submerged, resulting in tragedy. A farmer, focused on saving his elderly mother, forgot his sons, who miraculously survived in a standing room. This incident highlighted the theme of filial piety, which was believed to have protected them. In the 24th year of Kang Xi, an earthquake devastated Ping Yang, yet only the home of a dutiful son remained intact, reinforcing the idea that virtue earns divine protection amidst calamity.

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