The Stone Carver.

Summary

The narrator reflects on the unusual circumstances surrounding Old Master Zhao's tombstone, noting the black inscription and the absence of Zhao Yun Cheng's name. Zhao Yun Ling's mysterious illness, linked to fear and possibly supernatural influences, is a focal point. The narrator observes a tense interaction between a frustrated doctor and an angry woman, revealing the doctor's skepticism towards unclean forces affecting Zhao Yun Ling. After leaving the Zhao residence, the narrator encounters concerned villagers discussing ominous events linked to Zhao Yun Cheng. Returning to the Zhao family, they witness a chaotic scene involving Little Liu's relatives demanding compensation, which Zhao Yun Cheng manages to resolve with a financial agreement. The narrator reflects on the societal implications of money's power, feeling disillusioned yet intrigued by the unfolding drama.

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