Count Zero.

Summary

Marie experiences a haunting dream of Alan, who violates her trust before she awakens to a warm morning with her friend Andrea. They discuss Alan, who supposedly carried a gun, and the wealthy Wei Rui Ke, whom Marie feels connected to amidst an unsettling atmosphere. Andrea shares insights on high-orbit industrial clans and the fleeting nature of wealth, warning Marie to be cautious of her emotions. As the day unfolds, Marie reflects on her artistic pursuits and the mysteries of a box shown to her by Wei Rui Ke. Eventually, she visits Roberts Gallery, where she meets Pa Ke, who expresses his disillusionment with the art world, feeling trapped in a deceptive culture despite his successes.

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