Chapter Four: Lost and Found

Xiaoman stared at the double. “You didn't edit that one into being. They released her from the wall.” Three short knocks and two long sounded at the door. Tang spoke through it. “The search team returns in seven minutes. South gate, plate ending four-one-seven. Trust me or don't.” Wen opened the door. Tang stood alone, offering flat shoes and three new identity cards. “Why does the company have another me?” Wen asked. “Not just one. Every time you miss an appearance, they'll select a more obedient version to replace you.” Tang looked at the negatives, old guilt surfacing in her face. “Qiao Sui is alive too. If you want to save her, first learn to recognize which Wen Qi is speaking.”