The mountain path is lined with steps carved directly into the rock. You wonder what the history of this place might be. As you continue your ascent, you notice a cave, clearly designed as a resting place for passing travelers. There are benches hewn from the stone and a small fountain channeling a natural stream.

A strange figure occupies one of the benches. It resembles a monkey, about four feet tall, with a thin body dressed in strangely made human clothing and wearing a golden diadem encircling its head. Its eyes are half-closed, and it sits cross-legged, meticulously picking its nose with a small stick. In front of it is a small bowl with a small sign that reads: “The Great Saint Equal to Heaven: leave a gold coin to be flooded with his wisdom.”

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You may take a moment to rest if you wish (perform1 Rest).

Next, choose to return to143or place aGold Coinin the strange monkey's bowl at174.

If you're aThief(code A2), you can also try discreetly stealing the purse you see hanging from the creature's belt. Try177.

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