The Stone Carver.

Summary

Zhao Qing advises a young observer to experience the mysteries of a staircase firsthand. The staircase has 999 steps, and as the observer ascends, they encounter spirit bodies that attack. Unable to use their spatial ring, they rely on mental power to fend them off. The pressure increases as they climb, leading to larger spirit bodies. After defeating them, the observer discovers their mental power is recovering rapidly, indicating growth. Meanwhile, Zhao Qing and Kong discuss the observer's potential, noting their unusual carving knife and hinting at a destiny-altering presence. The observer's mental power reaches the peak of the initial blue level, with the potential for further growth.

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