Synopsis

The chapter begins with characters acknowledging the protagonist as the one who provided them with silver nyang, reminiscing about his strength. Then the scene transitions to a confrontation between the protagonist's group and the leader of the Hao Clan, who presents a life-or-death choice. The chapter also contains flashbacks to the protagonist's struggles growing up in harsh conditions, comparing his survival with that of 'sewer rats.' The chapter concludes with the group considering death as an alternative to continuing their pathetic lives.