Records of a Taoist Master Catching Ghosts.

Summary

In a surreal exploration of Mento's inner world, the narrator discovers a haunting scene from Mento's childhood, filled with parental conflict and fear. Mento, a nine-year-old boy, is found trembling in his room during a violent argument between his parents. The narrator, identifying as his brother Hui, attempts to comfort him but is confronted by a more sinister version of Mento, representing his dark thoughts. This malevolent entity lures Mento with promises of escape from pain through death. However, with Hui's encouragement, Mento ultimately chooses to confront his fears rather than succumb to despair, demonstrating the struggle between hope and darkness within him.

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