“Marriage after death” was a form of marriage that parents of both families arranged for the deceased young couple. It had a long history and was prohibited by the established mores but was quite popular in lower circle of folk life. It was, however, often seen documented in historical records. The cause for this custom probably comes from the unwillingness of the survived to part with the deceased. “Marriage after death” can be found in such literary works as Six Dynasties supernatural stories and Tang fiction as well. However, the cultural significance of it varies in different societies. This article aims to examine several such stories recorded in Sou Shen Chi and look into the narrative strategies employed and the cultural significance behind them.