Shunji (played by Tomoko Miura) was born into a wealthy and noble family. His father was an extremely conservative man and his family education was al[Expand All]
Shunji (played by Tomoko Miura) was born into a wealthy and noble family. His father was an extremely conservative man and his family education was also strict. Growing up in such a family, Shunji fell in love with the daughter of a forest keeper, Xiaoxue (played by Momoe Yamaguchi). Although they were far apart in social class, their feelings for each other were as pure and sincere as snow. Upon learning of the romance between Shunji and Xiaoxue, Shunji's father flew into a rage. What he needed was a daughter-in-law of equal social status, not the daughter of some lowly handmaid. To break up this ill-fated couple, Shunji's father sent Xiaoxue far away from home. However, this did not sever Shunji's love for Xiaoxue. Shunji and Xiaoxue eloped. During the days when the lovers were finally united, both Xiaoxue and Shunji understood the true meaning of happiness. However, the arrival of a conscription order once again separated the two. Every night, she missed Shunji who was far away on the battlefield. Unfortunately, Xiaoxue contracted tuberculosis. Without any news of Shunji, in her grief, she sang the song they had agreed upon. Xiaoxue's life quickly came to an end.[Collapse]
