Republican Era Cavalry.

Summary

In a tense exchange, Zhang Ai Guo and a man discuss the value of a potent soil, likely opium-related, leading to a series of inquiries about guards and operations of the local drug trade. The man reveals details about the guards, their weapons, and the absence of dogs, indicating a well-guarded operation. After extracting information, Zhang Ai Guo knocks the man unconscious, contemplating the intertwining of police and criminal activities. He later reflects on his own misfortunes while acquiring supplies for his own dealings, highlighting the desperation that drives individuals into such trades. The chapter concludes with Zhang Ai Guo returning home, burdened with his purchases and the weight of his choices.

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