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... was a luxury I could finally afford now that my financial situation had improved. Sitting on a bench with a cool breeze blowing, I took a sip—and nearly choked.

“Ugh. Gross?”

My reunion with soju after several years was a disaster. Did it always taste this weird? It wasn’t as if I drank it for the flavor before, but the taste now was overwhelming.

The distinct chemical taste of the alcohol was hard to handle. If it were at least sweet, I might’ve been able to tolerate it ...

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I read a few comments from Chinese readers that compared this novel with Lord of Mysteries because of similar elements: Lovecraftian, western fantasy, first industrial revolution, and steampunk. However, I have yet to finish reading Lord of Mysteries to do any actual comparison, but I do think those who have enjoyed that novel would enjoy this as well. Also, the author of LotM, Cuttlefish That Loves Diving, also did a shout-out for this novel, so I guess he approves of it too?

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