The Legend of Situ Shankong.

Summary

The passage details a complex historical narrative about the Gui Yuan Zen Temple, involving the discovery of a bronze Arhat statue and its historical significance. Song Zi investigates the temple's past, tracking a monk delivering food to a secluded residence believed to be the home of the former abbot, Mi Bao. Through careful observation and strategic inquiries, Song Zi learns about the statue's origins during the Wu Kingdom period and believes it might hold clues to their mysterious investigation. The group decides to visit Mi Bao to potentially uncover more information about the bronze statue and its potential connection to a significant Taoist figure.

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