The Tomb Robbery Chronicles of the Republic Era.

Summary

The narrative unfolds with the protagonist waking up in a train carriage, bandaged and recovering from a severe illness. Luo Si Wei, a friend, informs him about his condition and the efforts made to save him, including calling a foreign doctor. The duo encounters Ishihara, a Japanese translator, who helps communicate with the doctor. Luo Si Wei expresses distrust towards Ishihara, hinting at his questionable motives. The conversation shifts to the tragic events surrounding the Nine Immortals, revealing that Longkou Mountain has collapsed, leading to the presumed deaths of several individuals, including the protagonist's master. Wu Lao Er, a mutual acquaintance, arrives, claiming to have saved the protagonist, yet their conversation remains lighthearted despite the grim context.

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