Please be my partner (1-610).

Summary

In the town of Hongyou, a monstrous, plump creature emerges from the rubble and begins to chase two scavengers, Hu Lian Guang and Shu Bo. They utilize their martial arts to escape and hide in a pond beneath a rock formation, using gray powder to mask their scent. After the monster passes, they contemplate whether to continue scavenging, but ultimately decide against it due to the increased danger from other creatures. As they prepare to leave, they discover a pair of red embroidered shoes and find the plump monster bound and withering by a well, indicating the presence of a supernatural entity. In a panic, Hu Lian Guang attempts to flee, but Shu Bo stops him, knowing that anyone marked by the supernatural cannot return to their home without endangering others. A confrontation ensues, leading to Shu Bo fatally wounding Hu Lian Guang to prevent him from returning with the mark. Afterward, Shu Bo resolves to face the supernatural threat himself, but his attempts to interact with the red shoes result in disaster as he is ensnared by black hair connected to the creature. The chapter concludes with Shu Bo witnessing a headless figure in a red bridal gown as darkness overtakes him.

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