People are Collapsing, But the Integration Strategy is Starting (Volume 1-5, Chapter 40).

Summary

Himeko awakens in an unfamiliar room, feeling weak but confident in her recovery. She meets Kelsey, a doctor with cat ears, who prioritizes Himeko's health over identity questions. Kelsey reveals Himeko was found in imaginary space, with no signs of life around her, raising Himeko's concerns about Xia Ling's fate. Kelsey asks about Xia Ling, describing her accurately, which deeply affects Himeko. Kelsey claims to be Xia Ling's guardian and seeks her whereabouts. Himeko struggles with the truth of Xia Ling's death, feeling immense pressure from Kelsey’s inquiry. After Kelsey leaves, Himeko reflects on her past with Xia Ling, grappling with guilt and sorrow over her friend's fate. Kelsey believes Himeko needs to understand the weight of life and death.

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