Tales of a Mortal Judge in the Underworld

Li Shuming served as a part-time judge in the underworld during his deep sleep, a role granted to him because of his past-life administrative experience and reputation for honesty. His primary responsibility was to cross-examine souls against their immutable karmic records, ensuring that the deceased took accountability for the objective consequences of their earthly actions. Within this spiritual bureaucracy, punishments are often subjective projections of internal guilt, though sincere religious practice or heartfelt intercession from family can provide a measure of protection or relief.