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However, around the fifth day, something extraordinary was observed. As water receded inch by inch, Woo spotted what resembled man-made structures emerging from the depths. What initially appeared as a dark, straight line grew more defined—revealing what looked unmistakably like stairs carved into stone, descending into the darkness. The structure was too regular and precise to be natural, sparking disbelief among the villagers. It was as if the pond concealed a hidden staircase—an ancient gateway to an unknown underground realm.