Water Margin, Chapter 6 summary
Chapter 6 of 71 · 23 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 6, Lu Zhishen wins the local ruffians’ loyalty and becomes Lin Chong’s sworn brother, while Gao Yanei repeatedly pursues Lin Chong’s wife. Lin Chong resists the harassment and betrayal, but Gao Qiu approves a scheme that ends with Lin Chong seized inside a restricted military hall.
What happens
- Lu Zhishen defeats the ruffians’ ambush, uproots a willow, and wins their loyalty through his strength.
- Lin Chong watches Zhishen practice, becomes his sworn brother, and rushes away when Jin’er reports harassment of his wife.
- Lin Chong spares Gao Yanei because of his powerful father, but Gao Yanei recruits helpers to pursue his wife.
- Lu Qian draws Lin Chong away for drinks; Jin’er alerts Lin Chong, who rescues his wife and seeks revenge.
- Gao Qiu approves a secret plan against Lin Chong, who buys a sword from a persistent stranger.
- Two attendants lead Lin Chong into a restricted hall, where Gao Qiu accuses him of attempted assassination and orders his seizure.
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What to notice
Lin Chong explains why he restrains his anger. Dependence on Gao Qiu limits his response to an attack on his household.
Quick check
Why does Lin Chong bring his sword to Gao Qiu’s residence?
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