Republican Era Cavalry.

Summary

In a chaotic setting, Zhang Ai Guo witnesses Japanese soldiers indulging in excessive drinking and disturbing behavior, contrasting with the grim reality of captured women. The narrative explores themes of survival, desperation, and moral decay amidst war. The Japanese soldiers' ruthless actions lead to plundering and exploitation, while Zhang contemplates using corpses for profit. As the situation escalates, guerrilla forces engage in arms dealing, revealing the complexities of wartime alliances and betrayals. The chapter concludes with a sense of impending conflict and the pursuit of resources, highlighting the harsh realities of survival in a fractured society.

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