The Great Trickster.

Summary

Mao Shu receives a call that reveals his deep entanglement in a dark organization, where he must ensure the safety of a chief scientist, Dr. He, who is being held captive. Despite his past as a police officer, he has become desensitized to violence and the moral implications of his actions. As he interacts with Dr. He, the scientist expresses despair over being treated as a mere tool for profit. Mao Shu, however, remains indifferent, focused on the organization's goals and the potential wealth from a new energy project. The narrative explores themes of power, morality, and the consequences of ambition within a criminal underworld.

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