The Stone Carver.

Summary

In a tense atmosphere, the protagonist discovers a maid's corpse hanging in the Zhao family's kitchen, prompting questions about her mysterious death. Uncle Li explains that Zhao Yun Cheng, the second master, is absent, leading to frustration. The servants express fear over recent deaths, hinting at supernatural occurrences. The protagonist suspects soul-snatching, a forbidden Taoist technique, and decides to prepare for a proper send-off for the maid, Xiao Tian. Observing the environment, they note the presence of locust trees, which attract spirits, suggesting a sinister design behind the Zhao family's misfortunes.

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