Count Zero.

Summary

Te Na, marked by tracking hounds in New Delhi, escapes to Singapore post-explosion, undergoing extensive surgery by a Dutch doctor who reconstructs him. After three months in a simulated childhood environment, he flies to Mexico. There, he wakes up to Alison, a woman with whom he shares a mysterious past. They bond over meals and intimate moments, contrasting Te Na's mercenary life with a newfound simplicity. Their days consist of swimming, exploring, and shared passion, as he learns to appreciate life beyond his previous existence. The narrative explores themes of identity, memory, and the search for connection amid chaos.

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