Liaozhai Story:Jiaona

Kong Xueli befriends a fox-spirit family and falls for Jiaona, who cures his deadly chest sore with a magical red pill. Though they don’t marry, their bond deepens. When a thunderstorm demon attacks, Kong gives his life to save Jiaona. She revives him with her elixir. They live as neighbors and soulmates. Pu Songling notes that a spiritual companion can be more precious than a romantic partner.