Dragon and Phoenix Gold Ear Skewers

Author: Chi Chen Guang
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: During the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty, in Dongzhang Township, Fuching County, a newlywed couple's wedding night was suddenly marred by the groom's tragic death, the bride's humiliation, and the theft of the wedding dowry. The corrupt officials of Fuching County and Fuzhou Prefecture made hasty and wrongful judgments, nearly executing an innocent man. Fortunately, Wang Shaolan, the magistrate of Min County, promptly noticed the flaws in the case. With the clever assistance of his wife, Bai Shi, he unraveled the key details of the case. After careful investigation and diligent inquiry, the true culprit was finally brought to justice. This comic book is adapted from a folk story in Fuzhou. The story successfully portrays Wang Shaolan as a courageous ancient judge who dared to speak for the people and enforced justice fairly.