ongoingThis is a charming love story between a human and a mischievous river goddess. Their first encounter occurs when the goddess, unable to resist, teases a cute little boy on a stone bridge, mimicking the famous fable. "Oh, cute little boy, did you drop sesame candy, or apricot candy, or perhaps..." Before she could finish, the terrified child screamed, "Mother, there's a monster!" Ten years later, she tries again with the now handsome young man. "Oh, handsome young man, did you drop a silver pen, or a bronze pen, or perhaps..." This time, he cuts her off, extending his hand and declaring, "What this young master dropped was gold, give it back!" Another ten years pass. The Prefect of Wuzhou, now a powerful official, prepares for his marriage. With grand ceremonies, he worships the heavens and bows to the land, beating gongs and drums, boldly announcing his intention to marry the very same river goddess as his wife. "Tsk, how superstitious," she muses, perhaps with a hint of amusement. This tale follows their evolving relationship across decades, from playful teasing to an unexpected proposal.
































