The Stone Carver.

Summary

The protagonist consumes a pig fruit, enhancing their strength significantly and feeling a warm, euphoric sensation. After bidding farewell to Old Meng Tun, they prepare for their journey back to the Deep Forest, equipped with Soul Catching Grass to protect against sand worms. Upon reaching the forest, they encounter the Ghost-Faced Monkey King, who eagerly awaits the Soul Catching Grass in exchange for promised items: a book and a map. The map reveals a location of interest, an ancient tomb, which intrigues the protagonist, as they possess another map of an ancient tomb, leaving them curious about the connection between the two.

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