Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

In Changshan, Xu Yuan Gong, a scholar turned Daoist exorcist, is summoned by a wealthy gentleman for an undisclosed reason. Upon arrival, Xu is treated lavishly, but the host remains vague about his intentions. As night falls, Xu experiences eerie occurrences, culminating in the appearance of a beast resembling a human. After a frantic encounter, Xu escapes to a stable, angered by the host's lack of transparency and the danger he faced. The host later expresses relief at Xu's survival, but Xu leaves disgruntled. The event becomes a tale of Xu's reputation, hinting at how perceptions shape legends.

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