The Stone Carver.

Summary

The next day, Zhao Xiao Min and the narrator observe Xuan Zhen entering the Wang family's courtyard, leading to a visit to their ancestral grave. Tension rises when Zhao Xiao Min insists a coffin cannot be opened, prompting Xuan Zhen to investigate. He learns of corpse silkworms from the narrator, who advises caution. As the coffin is pried open, it reveals nothing, leading the Wang family to apologize to their ancestors. Xuan Zhen, tempted by monetary offers, is persuaded by the narrator and Zhao Xiao Min to confront the situation. The narrator claims Zhao Xiao Min is a talented disciple, which intrigues Xuan Zhen, setting the stage for further action against the corpse silkworms.

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