In the realm of Chinese mythology, there are countless stories that have been passed down through generations. One such tale is the story of Zhong Kui, a man who was able to defeat demons and bring justice to those who were suffering. This story has been included in many collections of Chinese mythological tales, including "The China Mythology Story 100" in English.

Title: The Life of Zhong Kui

Zhong Kui was born during the Tang Dynasty, a time when corruption and evil ran rampant throughout China. His parents were both kind-hearted people who lived simple lives as farmers. However, their happiness was short-lived as they died under mysterious circumstances when Zhong Kui was just a young boy.

Orphaned and alone, Zhong Kui grew up on his own with nothing but his wits to rely on. He became known for his exceptional martial arts skills and bravery which earned him admiration from many people.

Title: The Transformation into an Immortal

One day while out on patrol he encountered a strange old man who claimed to be an immortal being named Li Tieguai (Iron Crutch Li). Intrigued by this claim, Zhong Ku