Chen Xiaoyu is a streetwise rascal who grew up in a Yangzhou brothel. With a rouge-colored mole on his earlobe and a mouth full of underworld slang, he stumbles by chance into the whirlpool of the imperial court and the jianghu. Though he can't fight, this hoodlum uses gambling tricks to swap a powerful minister's protective mirror and brothel know-how to unravel the palace's mysteries. Surrounded by seven extraordinary women, he also solves a historical deadlock in which loyalty and righteousness clash. With its unconventional protagonist and innovative ensemble of female characters, this story takes you into a Ming Dynasty jianghu alive with the bustle of gambling dens. When streetwise cunning meets courtly intrigue, this most irreverent tale of chivalry is sure to deliver an unforgettable reading experience!
