Chapter 219

• "But most often of all, something comes into the outer settlement and simply drags away people. That's not even mentioning those who die of hunger, desperation, or by another human's hand. Do you… do you see where I am going with this?"
• Sunny scowled, a new understanding dawning on him. Seeing his expression, Kai looked away.
• "Indeed. Every year, hundreds of people die in the Dark City. And every year, hundreds more come to take their place. But, Sunny… this year, there were only four. Not four hundred, but just four people."