City of Exotic Beasts.

Summary

In an empty house, Gao Yang reflects on his family's struggles while caring for his father. Despite feeling overwhelmed by past chaos, he finds solace in mundane life. A late-night visit from Qing Ling reveals the shocking news of Wan Si Si's death, which Gao Yang confirms was murder. Their conversation hints at deeper connections and unspoken concerns. Meanwhile, a mysterious cloaked woman and her sister, who transform from a cat into human forms, discuss their ghostly existence and their hunger for human souls. The chapter ends with a chilling reminder of death as a hand breaks through the soil of a fresh grave.

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