Empty Grave.

Summary

The passage describes a traumatic experience of a woman named Ban Lan, who is haunted by a terrifying dream involving an assault in a field. She seeks comfort from Qiu Shi Ren, who helps calm her fears. The narrative reveals supernatural elements, such as shared memories and empathy between individuals. The story also introduces a mysterious interaction between Qiu Shi Ren and a cat named Hei Dan, where they make a cryptic one-year deal. The village atmosphere is tense, with police conducting undercover visits, and the characters seem to be avoiding discussing a potentially serious incident.

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