New Interpretation of Strange Tales.

Summary

In the mystical Chaotian Temple, an elderly Daoist priest lives a serene life, practicing meditation and helping travelers. One day, he befriends an old man, who is actually a fox spirit seeking human experiences. The fox spirit disappears during the annual incense festival, later revealing he must evade divine scrutiny. He faces danger during a sacrificial ceremony, fleeing from a Spirit Officer and ending up in a dung pit, which teaches him about the human world's hardships. He warns the priest of impending disaster, prompting the priest to flee to safety. This foresight saves the priest during the Jiashen Incident, reinforcing his commitment to Daoist practices and protecting others.

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