The Stone Carver.

Summary

The protagonist faces a formidable ghost-faced monkey, which proves to be stronger than previous foes. The monkey circles, searching for weaknesses before attacking with its sharp claws. After a fierce battle, the protagonist defeats it but sustains injuries. Recovering quickly, they face two larger monkeys, using the encounter to hone their skills. After defeating them, they prepare for an even tougher challenge against four monkeys, whose coordinated attacks inflict serious wounds. Despite the injuries, the protagonist's skills improve, and they manage to defeat the four monkeys, using healing medicine to prepare for the next level, uncertain of what lies ahead.

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