City of Exotic Beasts.

Summary

Old 7 initiates a high-stakes game of rock-paper-scissors between Le Liao and Wang Shu, where the winner lives and the loser dies. Le Liao wins, much to everyone's surprise, and Wang Shu acknowledges the outcome with a calm demeanor. However, in a shocking turn, Wang Shu reveals her intention to commit suicide, expressing that human desires serve to affirm existence. As she transforms into moonlight and dissipates, Le Liao is left holding a lollipop, symbolizing Wang Shu's departure. The chapter concludes with a poignant sense of loss and reflection on the nature of life and death.

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