The story revolves around a Chinese mandarin who becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a stolen valuable gemstone and a series of murders. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption that reaches the highest echelons of society. Through his investigations, the mandarin must use his wit and cunning to unravel the complex threads of the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice.
By Ernest Bramah · First published 1905 · Genre: Satire, Fantasy, Adventure · 14 chapters