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| Original Title | 荘子 |
|---|---|
| Author | 岡本 かの子 |
| Genre | Fantasy & Sci-Fi |
| Author Type | Female Author |
| Summary | In the turbulent Warring States Period, Zhuangzi, a brilliant but world-weary scholar, retreats from the clamor of philosophical debate to seek the true 'Way' in nature's quiet embrace. Convinced that profound truth lies beyond human striving and societal convention, he finds solace in simple existence. But an unexpected encounter with his patron, and tantalizing tales of the captivating courtesan Lady Riki, shatter his contemplative peace. Her defiant willfulness and vibrant disregard for norms become an unsettling mirror to his own quest for freedom. Compelled to witness this 'Way of no Way,' Zhuangzi journeys back to the dazzling, dangerous capital. What he discovers there—and the profound transformation that follows, both in Lady Riki and within himself—forces him to confront the startling truth that the 'Way' might reside in the most unforeseen places, even in the very act of seeking it. |
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