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Arriving in a desolate town named Load, he seeks out an old friend named Smiley, only to find he has died. Fate intertwines with chance when Yangong meets Lynn, a woman who mistakenly believes he is Smiley. Lynn becomes intrigued by Yangong’s predicament, and together they navigate a new partnership, with Yangong attempting to care for the baby while learning basic life skills like laundry and gardening under Lynn’s guidance.
Days turn into weeks, and Yangong discovers a newfound sense of belonging in this strange land. His life of violence gives way to the simple joys of community and friendship, and he begins to teach Lynn skills of self-defense and swordsmanship. Their bond deepens under the starlit sky as they share stories and face the shadows of their pasts.