Late Night Bookstore 3: Soulmate

The film follows Taoist Lu Shiyi, who struggles to manage a late-night bookstore in a world where modern readers prefer electronic books. He becomes entwined with Liu Ming and his gang, ultimately releasing a book spirit from A Chinese Ghost Story, which starts to absorb human essence and wreak havoc on the world.

As the plot unfolds, Liu Ming uses deceptive tactics to manipulate Li Chenyu, who becomes obsessed with Liu Ming's sister through an online dating photo. Li Chenyu's past is further complicated as he deals with the ghost Xiaoqian, who has transformed into Liu Ming's likeness, intensifying the already tangled romantic dynamics. This film weaves together themes of romance, deception, and supernatural elements, appealing to fans of the genre and era.