粉妝樓31-40回

A fictional work written during the late 14th century. This book is part of a traditional Chinese narrative rich in drama, intrigue, and character development, focusing on themes of revenge, betrayal, and societal ethics. The story revolves around characters such as 祁子富 (Qi Zifu), a man wrongfully accused and embroiled in dark dealings, and 侯登 (Hou Deng), whose machinations drive much of the conflict. The opening portion of the narrative introduces a tense situation involving the characters' entangled fates. It begins with Qi Zifu being wrongfully punished after being accused of harboring stolen goods. The story reveals the manipulative schemes of Hou Deng, who conspires against Qi Zifu out of personal vengeance. As the drama unfolds, characters like 王媒婆 (Wang Meipo) scheme to benefit from the conflict, displaying the underlying deception and social commentary present in the book. This beginning sets the tone for a tale filled with emotional turmoil, social stratification, and the quest for justice amidst betrayal.