New Interpretation of Strange Tales.

Summary

In northern Zichuan County, a fisherman named Xu performed a unique ritual at dusk, pouring wine into the river for the spirits of the drowned. This brought him exceptional luck, as he always caught abundant fish. One evening, he befriended a young man named Liu Lang, who helped Xu catch fish effortlessly. Over time, they grew close, but Liu revealed he was a ghost who had drowned years ago, helping Xu in gratitude for his offerings. As their time together neared its end, Liu prepared to be reincarnated, leaving Xu filled with sorrow. They shared a final toast, bidding farewell amidst tears, marking the end of their extraordinary bond.

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