Haunted House.

Summary

Ning Qiushui confronts Hong You about her wasted time searching for Chu Zhu, revealing that the 'Vessel' does not need a heart, but rather, he does. Hong You realizes she has been manipulated by the Sewing Undertaker. As they discuss the consequences of their actions, Hong You admits that killing in the town leads to decay, a truth she learned from Chen Shouxi. Ning Qiushui suspects Chen Shouxi has ulterior motives for participating in the killings despite knowing the risks. They conclude that the missing 17th corpse is likely the 'pot' they seek, hinting at a mastermind behind their troubles, leaving Hong You unsettled by the implications of being played.

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