Dao

Chinese folktales are traditional stories passed down orally, reflecting the accumulated wisdom and experiences of the people over centuries. These tales capture everyday life and emotions, shaping them into brief narratives. Sima Gonggong adapts six of these historical stories, drawing from them to illustrate common struggles like greed, anger, obsession, and evil. In these tales, some characters encounter hardship or loss, while others achieve success and wealth. A few act kindly despite poverty, while others abandon good intentions. The stories are compiled into the legend of "Dao."