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  Kylin
  The kylin is an animal in ancient Chinese mythology. It is somewhat like a deer, with horns on the head and scales over the body. Its tail is like that of an ox's...
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  The Candle Dragon
  Why there exists the change of the four seasons? Why does day alternate with night? This it all because there lives a powerful Candle Dragon.
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  Sui Drilling Wood to Make a Fire
  In the ancient time, people did not know the existence of fire; let alone how to make use of it. When the night came, it was as black as pit and the cries of the beasts lingered on.
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  The Legend of Nian Monster
  Legend has it that in ancient times, there was a monster called "Nian" ("year") that would come out to eat people and animals on the eve of every New Year.

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