
Three young nobles find themselves on the run after a daring escape from the capital’s walls. Pursued by imperial soldiers and forced to adopt false names, they slip past the city gates and head for a secluded monastery where a trusted aunt offers temporary refuge. Their frantic flight is marked by narrow escapes, clever deceptions, and the ever‑present threat of capture, setting a tense stage for the perilous journey ahead.
Beyond the monastery, the brothers race across rugged countryside, seeking the aid of a distant relative who commands a mountain stronghold. There they encounter a charismatic warlord and his loyal followers, whose support could turn the tide of their desperate plight. As alliances shift and old grudges surface, the fugitives must decide whether to trust these new allies or forge their own path in a world where loyalty is as fleeting as the night’s shadows.
Language
zh
Duration
~29 minutes (28K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Kelly Chang
Release date
2003-10-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

Best known as the traditional author of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, this classic Chinese writer helped shape one of the most influential stories in East Asian literature. Much about his life remains uncertain, which only adds to the legend around his work.
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