City of Exotic Beasts.

Summary

In "The Sacred Baptism," tension rises as Chen Ying and her group prepare for a potential threat. Gao Yang arrives, emphasizing caution and conducting body checks to ensure safety from tracking devices. The atmosphere shifts as Nana, a quirky character, insists on a full-body examination, leading to embarrassment among the group. Despite initial reluctance, they comply, recognizing the necessity for security. Gao Yang demands runes as a bargaining chip, causing dissent among the group, but Chen Ying ultimately decides to comply, prioritizing their safety over the runes. The chapter concludes with a sense of uncertainty about their future.

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