City of Exotic Beasts.

Summary

Liu Qingying wakes up in a dimly lit room, reflecting on a photo of her and her first friend, Ba Qiu Chi, from their school days. Despite her current allure, she recalls her youthful, awkward self. Meanwhile, in a children's theater, Gao Yang and Ke You discuss a risky plan to escape from the Kirin Guild's watchful eyes during a rune exchange. Ke You, now an elite member of the Suzaku group, prepares for her first mission, feeling unremarkable yet determined. As the rune exchange begins, Suzaku experiences a moment of unexpected greed, contemplating the potential of a powerful rune. The chapter ends, hinting at upcoming challenges.

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