Red-Hot Prisoner is a compelling novella of 150,000 to 160,000 words across 30 chapters. Written years ago, it tells the story of a woman who embezzles public funds. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the protagonist's fortunes rise and fall repeatedly. Bai Mudan's escape is fraught with hardship and danger. Her experiences should serve as a wake-up call to the world: don't give in to temptation, or you'll get caught.