Tomb Robbing: Flying Sword Slays Xue Shi, Still Claims Not to be an Immortal.

Summary

Wu Xie opens a coffin to reveal a light red amber-like substance containing a strange humanoid corpse with gills and webbed fingers, identified as a unique South Sea mermaid by Zhang Tuzi. He recounts past encounters and historical records, including the Records of the Grand Historian, which mention mermaids used as everlasting lamps in tombs. Discussions reveal that mermaids were once common in ancient times, but became legendary after disasters. As they converse, the amber begins to crack, and the mermaid's eyes open, causing panic among the group. Wu Xie realizes the mermaid is staring at him, heightening the tension.

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