A spring-time case : $b (Otsuya koroshi)

"A Spring-Time Case" (Otsuya koroshi) by Jun'ichiro Tanizaki is set in early 20th-century Japan, during the Taisho era, and tells the story of Shinsuké, a young man in love with his employer's daughter, Tsuya, as they navigate the complicated world of geisha culture in Japan. As they both dream of escaping their societal roles, the story highlights the tension between personal desires and societal expectations, showing Shinsuké's battle with his own insecurities and clashing desires amidst a changing society, hinting at a story rich with cultural complexities and personal struggles.