The Stone Carver.

Summary

In a tense encounter with vengeful spirits, the protagonist and Zhao Xiao Min find themselves trapped in a tomb chamber. After a chaotic confrontation with the Nü Gui, Zhao Xiao Min uses a needle to seal the protagonist's hearing, allowing her to deal with the spirits. They discover a preserved corpse inside a bronze cauldron, which unexpectedly grabs the protagonist, trapping him. Zhao Xiao Min attempts to help with a peach wood sword, but communication is hindered due to their deafness. The protagonist humorously tries to negotiate with the corpse, which surprisingly eases its grip momentarily. The situation escalates as the cauldron shakes violently, intensifying the tension.

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