Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In a small izakaya, Shang Ye Zong Ichiro enjoys sake while discussing social movements with a colleague. They reflect on the Japanese public's tendency to follow the crowd, even in protests. Amidst rising suicides due to economic pressure, Ichiro contemplates his career and missed opportunities with Mei Yu, the izakaya's owner. After a painful incident at the train station, where he is ignored by bystanders, the narrative shifts to a high-end izakaya where employees are deeply tied to their company’s fortunes, illustrating the intense social dynamics and pressures within Japanese society.

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