Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature
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Brief: This article recounts the legendary diplomatic mission of Yan Zi, the brilliant minister of Qi, to the court of King Ling of Chu. It details the king’s attempts to humiliate Yan Zi—forcing him through a “dog hole” and mocking his stature—only to be deftly rebuked by Yan Zi’s wit. The narrative highlights the…