Strange Supernatural Tales.

Summary

Summary: Two characters, the narrator and Li Shi Gao, embark on a dangerous rescue mission to save Su Da Ji from a mountain temple in Wakayama Prefecture. After a long drive and stealthy climb, they discover Su Da Ji tied to an iron rod, surrounded by thirteen monks dressed in gray and yellow robes. They face a critical decision: attempt a risky rescue with limited access via a narrow one-meter path or wait and potentially lose their chance. The situation is tense, with Su Da Ji appearing badly injured and the mountaintop offering no cover or easy escape route.

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