Strange Supernatural Tales.

Summary

The passage revolves around a nine-tailed fox named Su Da Ji, who encounters two Taoist priests, Li Shi Gao and the narrator. After a tense confrontation, the fox offers to reveal the location of the Luo Shu (a mysterious artifact) in Japan, in exchange for safe passage. Li Shi Gao sets three strict conditions to ensure her cooperation and prevent potential harm. The fox swears an oath to the heavens, promising to guide them to the Luo Shu without ill intentions. The narrator, showing compassion, ultimately helps the injured fox by carrying her on his back as they descend the mountain.

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