City of Exotic Beasts.

Summary

Gao Yang meets Elder Xuanwu for a private discussion regarding a serious incident: the morgue at the Suzaku branch has been robbed, with corpses of Awakeners stolen, including those of their fallen comrades. Xuanwu suspects it could be an inside job but has ruled out elite members as suspects. The Kirin president has specifically chosen Gao Yang to investigate discreetly. After receiving instructions, Gao Yang travels to the morgue, which is disguised as a funeral home. There, he meets Xia Li, a supervisor who seems both professional and weary. Their interaction hints at a deeper connection, as Gao Yang senses her hidden potential.

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