Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Heng seeks to borrow 8 billion yuan from Han Lu to buy an item from the trading thread.
• Han Lu agrees to invest, not lend, the money, suggesting Zhang Heng present an item to package and obtain investment.
• Zhang Heng plans to find pirate treasures and a Spanish treasure ship to raise funds.

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng: Shows strategic thinking in planning to repay the loan and determination in pursuing the item.
• Han Lu: Demonstrates her business acumen and understanding of the investment market, willing to take risks for high returns.

Significant Themes

• Greed: Both Zhang Heng and Han Lu exhibit greed, with Zhang Heng desiring the item and Han Lu seeking high returns on investment.
• Risk and Reward: Both characters are willing to take significant risks to achieve their goals.
• Storytelling and Perception: Han Lu emphasizes the importance of a convincing story to attract investors, highlighting the power of perception in the market.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng and Han Lu: They have a mutual understanding and trust, with Han Lu willing to invest a significant amount based on Zhang Heng's plan. Their interaction shows a balance of power and respect for each other's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Heng visits Han Lu to discuss funding for his project.
• Han Lu reveals her plan to finance Zhang Heng's project by presenting his items as cutting-edge technologies to investors.
• Zhang Heng considers the suitability of his items for Han Lu's plan.
• They discuss the financing process and timeline.

Character Developments

• Han Lu: She shows her professionalism and enthusiasm as an investor, eager to capitalize on Zhang Heng's unique items.
• Zhang Heng: He demonstrates his cautious and calculated approach, considering the implications and potential risks of Han Lu's plan.

Significant Themes

• The power of investment and capital markets.
• The tension between innovation and deception.
• The importance of trust and partnership in business.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng and Han Lu: They engage in a detailed and strategic discussion about the financing plan, displaying mutual trust and respect for each other's expertise.
• Zhang Heng and Ding Si: Zhang Heng provides Han Lu with Ding Si's contact information for future money transfers, indicating his trust in Ding Si's assistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Heng returns to the Game Point to prepare for his Greenland trip.
• The Bartender Lady identifies Zhang Heng's new item, the Scales of the Mortal World, which integrates into his body to boost strength and protect his heart cavity.
• Zhang Heng receives a PS4 Pro as a gift from the Game Organizing Committee for ranking in the top fifty of the Proxy War.
• Zhang Heng enters the 'Invisible Killer' Instance, with an unusual time flow of 1440 (1 hour in the real world equals 60 days in the game, with no specific time limit).

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng shows determination and focus in preparing for his trip and advancing in the game.
• The Bartender Lady remains mysterious and aloof, providing necessary information but revealing little about herself.

Significant Themes

• The importance of preparation and focus in achieving goals (Zhang Heng's dedication to his Greenland trip and game progress).
• The mysterious nature of the game world and its rules (the Bartender Lady's behavior and the unusual time flow in the 'Invisible Killer' Instance).

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng and the Bartender Lady have a brief, business-like interaction, with the Bartender Lady providing necessary information and Zhang Heng accepting it without further questions.
• Zhang Heng briefly interacts with Han Lu to discuss financing, but this is not detailed in the provided text.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Heng enters a solo cooperation Instance, a game mode he's never experienced before.
• He finds himself in a room with six other players, all appearing as Caucasians.
• They realize they're all players and decide to introduce themselves to facilitate cooperation.

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng, now known as Simon, maintains his mysterious and impressive reputation.
• Kill la Kill Boy, a fan of Simon, is excited to meet him and plans to 'slack off' due to Simon's presence.
• Kratos, a skilled and muscular woman, is introduced, challenging initial perceptions based on her appearance.

Significant Themes

• Cooperation vs. Competition: This Instance emphasizes cooperation among players, unlike previous competitive modes.
• First Impressions: Characters initially judge each other based on appearances and skills, only to find surprises (e.g., Kratos).
• Reputation: Simon's reputation precedes him, affecting the behavior and expectations of other players.

Character Interactions

• Kill la Kill Boy is starstruck upon meeting Simon and expresses his intention to rely on him.
• The players exchange basic information, with some skills and details likely concealed.
• The group dynamic shifts with the revelation of Simon's identity, with some players eager to cooperate and others potentially feeling pressured.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Players encounter Simon, the top Player, in a cooperative Instance, significantly boosting their chances of success.
• The Instance's name, "The Invisible Assassin," and its lenient conditions hint at an unknown crisis ahead.
• Players deduce they're in a Soviet Union factory during the Cold War era, possibly on a mission to steal research data.

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng demonstrates his strategic thinking and knowledge of languages.
• Kill la Kill Boy shows off his unique skill with wire cutters to open the locked door.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and cooperation among Players.
• The importance of gathering and interpreting clues to understand the Instance's setting and mission.
• The potential danger lurking behind the lenient Instance conditions.

Character Interactions

• Players introduce themselves and share their observations about the room and its contents.
• Zhang Heng takes the lead in decision-making, with other Players deferring to him due to his expertise and Simon's presence.
• Kill la Kill Boy volunteers to open the locked door using his unique skill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group uses a wire to unlock the door leading to the factory workshop.
• They find a man on a balcony overlooking the workshop, who speaks in Russian.
• The workshop contains a large circular cover made of small, moving metal cubes.
• Two staff members are seen in an office nearby.
• The metal cubes begin to move erratically, causing the workshop to shake.

Character Developments

• Kill la Kill Boy shows confidence in Simon's abilities but also demonstrates caution by having the door opened carefully.
• Kratos displays strategic thinking by suggesting sending three people out to check the situation while keeping four inside.
• Zhang Heng shows curiosity about the workshop's production and notices the moving metal cubes.

Significant Themes

• Communication barrier: The group cannot understand or communicate with the Russian-speaking man.
• Uncertainty and danger: The group faces an unknown situation with potential risks, such as the moving metal cubes.

Character Interactions

• Kill la Kill Boy and Kratos have a light argument about task assignment, revealing their competitive nature and differing opinions.
• Zhang Heng remains observant and analytical, focusing on the workshop's production rather than the immediate threat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A sudden tremor and explosion occur in the factory.
• The group follows a factory employee through a spiral staircase and down a corridor.
• They witness two intense explosions, the second of which causes significant damage to the factory.
• The employee runs towards a control room, but the group decides to leave the area instead.

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng (Simon): Shows leadership and concern for others' safety by opening a security door to allow everyone to escape more quickly.
• The Kill la Kill Boy: Remains star-struck by Zhang Heng but also shows concern for his teammates' well-being.
• Coconut: Begins to see Zhang Heng as the team's leader and follows his orders.

Significant Themes

• Trust and leadership: Players begin to trust and follow Zhang Heng due to his actions, but they remain cautious about his true intentions.
• Teamwork: The group works together to escape the dangerous situation, demonstrating a level of unity despite their individual agendas.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng and the factory employee: The employee leads the group but shows no interaction with them, focusing solely on escaping the danger.
• Zhang Heng and the players: The group follows Zhang Heng's lead, with Coconut openly acknowledging him as the team's leader. The Kill la Kill Boy remains star-struck, while others are more reserved but respectful.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Players experience symptoms of radiation exposure (metallic taste, ozone smell, headaches) after an explosion.
• The Doctor identifies the cause as nuclear radiation from Chernobyl's Reactor No. 4.
• They realize they are at the epicenter of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster.
• The Doctor explains the different types of radiation and their harmful effects on the human body.
• They learn that iodine-131 is present and accumulates in the thyroid gland, causing internal irradiation.
• The Doctor suggests finding iodine tablets at a nearby hospital to mitigate internal radiation.

Character Developments

• The Doctor becomes more assertive and knowledgeable, taking charge of explaining the situation.
• The Mechanic, initially calm, becomes pale and worried upon learning the severity of their situation.
• The Mouse is dumbfounded and fears for their lives.
• Coconut acknowledges the seriousness of their mission.
• Zhang Heng asks practical questions about survival, showing resilience and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• Unseen Dangers: The invisible and deadly nature of radiation emphasizes the theme of unseen dangers.
• Powerlessness: The characters feel powerless against the molecular-level damage caused by radiation.
• Adaptability: Despite the dire situation, the Players quickly accept reality and look for ways to survive.

Character Interactions

• The Doctor and the Mechanic provide crucial information and analysis.
• Zhang Heng seeks advice from the Doctor on survival strategies.
• The group dynamics shift from relaxed to serious, with a focus on finding solutions and extending their survival time.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group decides to leave the nuclear power plant due to increasing radiation and chaos.
• They encounter three people in white coats, including a familiar employee, heading towards the reactor instead of evacuating.
• The players witness the reactor's core exposed, emitting high-intensity radiation.
• A man climbs the reactor ruins, trying to reach his colleagues.
• Coconut injures her ankle, slowing the group's escape.
• The Maintenance Worker takes a bus to escape, knocking out the driver.

Character Developments

• The nuclear power plant employees display varying reactions to the crisis, some trying to help, others panicking, and some inexplicably returning to the reactor.
• Coconut's injury highlights her resilience but slows her down.
• The Maintenance Worker shows decisive action in securing transportation, using force to subdue the driver.

Significant Themes

• Desperation and Panic: The employees' actions reflect their desperation and panic in the face of the disaster.
• Resilience and Survival: Despite the harsh conditions, the group continues to push forward, prioritizing survival.
• Sacrifice: The man climbing the reactor ruins shows willingness to risk his life to save others.

Character Interactions

• The group works together to help Coconut, showing concern and support.
• The Maintenance Worker and Kratos collaborate to secure transportation, using different methods (force vs. violence).
• The nuclear power plant employees interact with each other, showing a mix of panic, determination, and confusion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Players finalize their plan to go to the hospital for iodine tablets but realize they don't know the way.
• They decide to follow an ambulance to reach the hospital.
• They witness the heroic efforts of firefighters and nuclear power plant staff fighting the fire and radiation at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
• The players follow an ambulance to Pripyat, the nearest town.

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng demonstrates his quick thinking and observation skills by suggesting they follow an ambulance.
• Coconut experiences radiation sickness, vomiting due to her body's reaction to radiation.
• The Doctor explains the scientific reason behind Coconut's vomiting, revealing his medical knowledge.
• Kill la Kill Boy shows discomfort with the Doctor's detailed explanation, indicating his sensitivity to such information.

Significant Themes

• Heroism: The firefighters and nuclear power plant staff display immense bravery and selflessness in their efforts to contain the disaster.
• Radiation and its effects: The players witness firsthand the immediate effects of radiation on Coconut and the firefighters.
• The horror of Chernobyl: The players grapple with the reality of being in the midst of one of history's worst disasters.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng and the Mechanic work together to find a way to the hospital.
• Mouse shows concern for Coconut's well-being.
• The Doctor provides medical information, both helpful and unsettling.
• Kill la Kill Boy expresses discomfort with the Doctor's detailed explanations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The players are on a bus, traveling to Pripyat at 1:44 AM, 15-20 minutes after the Chernobyl nuclear reactor explosion.
• They observe various residents near the river, unaware of the impending danger: fishermen, a young couple, and track workers on a railway bridge.
• The players enter Pripyat, which is still peaceful and unaware of the disaster. They pass through a safety zone near the nuclear power plant.

Character Developments

• Kratos: Expresses self-deprecation about their situation compared to the oblivious residents.
• The Doctor: Warns about the invisible radioactive dust and its health implications.
• Mouse: Realizes the gravity of their situation and the radiation exposure they'll face in Pripyat.
• Coconut: Struggles with motion sickness on the bus.

Significant Themes

• Ignorance and Denial: The residents' obliviousness to the nuclear disaster and its consequences.
• Radiation and Health: The invisible threat of radiation and its long-term effects.
• Urgency vs. Calm: The players' urgency to complete their mission contrasts with the residents' calm, unaware of the impending danger.

Character Interactions

• The players discuss their situation, expressing concern and unease about the radiation exposure they'll face in Pripyat.
• The maintenance worker driving the bus tries to avoid a car that wants to stop them.
• The players observe various residents near the river, with the Doctor warning about the radioactive dust settling on them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Players arrive at the Medical Center in Pripyat after escaping the Nuclear Power Plant explosion.
• They change into patient gowns and shower to remove radiation dust.
• Coconut's hand and mouth show signs of severe radiation exposure.
• The Players search for a high-range Radiation Measurement Instrument but can't find it.
• They observe the hospital's method of checking and treating patients, which the Doctor finds inadequate.

Character Developments

• Zhang Heng: Shows caution and awareness of radiation risks.
• Coconut: Exhibits signs of nervous system Nuclear Mania, becoming angry and irritable.
• Doctor: Demonstrates medical knowledge and concern for the group's health.
• Mechanic & Kill la Kill Boy: Show displeasure at Coconut's outburst but are understanding when they learn it's due to a medical condition.

Significant Themes

• Radiation Exposure: The Players' exposure to radiation and its immediate effects on their bodies.
• Medical Care: The inadequacy of the hospital's response to the radiation crisis.
• Team Dynamics: The group's growing cohesion and understanding of each other's behaviors.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng & Kill la Kill Boy: Kill la Kill Boy praises Zhang Heng's physique, but Zhang Heng maintains caution around him due to radiation.
• Doctor & Coconut: The Doctor diagnoses Coconut's condition and provides first aid.
• Mechanic & Kill la Kill Boy vs. Coconut: The Mechanic and Kill la Kill Boy initially show displeasure at Coconut's outburst but later understand it's due to a medical condition.
• Doctor & Zhang Heng: Zhang Heng asks the Doctor about the hospital's methods, and the Doctor expresses surprise at their inadequacy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The players discover the lack of radiation measuring instruments and preparedness at the Pripyat Medical Center.
• They find potassium iodide injections, which are administered to everyone.
• The hospital becomes overwhelmed with casualties from Chernobyl, including a man who stood on the reactor balcony.
• The players witness the grim condition of the medical center and feel anxious about their own fate.
• They decide to complete the main quest as soon as possible.

Character Developments

• The doctor demonstrates medical knowledge and willingness to help the players.
• Kill la Kill Boy shows initiative in suggesting a plan for the main quest.
• Coconut's anxiety increases, leading her to be sedated by the doctor.
• The Mechanic reveals his knowledge about the Chernobyl disaster.
• Simon expresses confidence in handling the translator issue.

Significant Themes

• The lack of preparedness and resources in dealing with the nuclear disaster.
• The urgency of completing the main quest due to the players' deteriorating health.
• The importance of communication and translation in navigating the instance.

Character Interactions

• The players discuss their next steps and share their knowledge about the Chernobyl disaster.
• Zhang Heng takes charge of finding a translator, reassuring the others.
• The players express concern for each other's well-being, highlighting their growing camaraderie.
• The doctor provides medical assistance to the players and other casualties.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The team discusses languages spoken in the Soviet Union, leading to the revelation that Coconut has an item called 'Whisper' for telepathic communication.
• Coconut swallows one earring and offers the other to a translator (a nurse) to facilitate communication with locals.
• The team captures and attempts to use two nurses as translators. The first is too frightened, but the second, Bessonova, agrees to cooperate.

Character Developments

• Coconut: Shows strategic thinking and resourcefulness by using 'Whisper' to ensure the team's survival and her own relevance.
• Bessonova: Proves to be calm and cooperative under pressure, agreeing to help the team in exchange for her safety and that of her boyfriend.

Significant Themes

• Communication: The chapter emphasizes the importance of communication, both verbal and non-verbal, for survival and cooperation.
• Trust and Caution: Players must balance trust and caution, as seen in Coconut's actions and the team's decision to use Bessonova as a translator.

Character Interactions

• Coconut and the Team: Coconut's actions initially puzzle the team, but they ultimately accept her plan.
• The Team and Bessonova: The team interacts with Bessonova through Coconut, establishing a tense but cooperative relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The team finds a notebook wrapped in parchment in an old bookstore, which Zhang Heng uses to complete the Oath Ring ritual with Bessonova, binding her loyalty.
• Zhang Heng demonstrates the power of the Oath Ring by detecting Bessonova's thoughts of escape, reinforcing her fear and submission.
• They learn about Dyaltov, the deputy chief engineer of Chernobyl's Reactor No. 4, from Bessonova's memories, revealing his unpopularity and questionable decisions.
• Four hours after the explosion, Pripyat residents remain unaware of the radiation threat, while the team discusses the urgency of evacuation.
• The team decides to leave the old bookstore as the owner is about to wake up.

Character Developments

• Bessonova's fear and respect for Zhang Heng grow after experiencing the Oath Ring's power.
• Zhang Heng demonstrates his calm and calculated approach to maintaining control and gathering information.

Significant Themes

• The invisible danger of radiation and its delayed impact on the residents of Pripyat.
• The consequences of poor leadership and decision-making, as seen through Dyaltov's character.
• The moral dilemma of using fear and control to maintain order and gather information.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng and Bessonova: Zhang Heng uses the Oath Ring to assert his dominance and control over Bessonova, while she becomes more cautious and fearful in his presence.
• The team: They discuss the situation in Pripyat and the urgency of evacuation, showing concern for the residents' safety while also acknowledging the opportunity it presents for their investigation.
• Bessonova and the team: Bessonova provides information about Dyaltov, while the team discusses her confusion about their protective measures against radiation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Players experience nausea and other symptoms due to radiation exposure.
• Zhang Heng instructs Coconut to tell Bessonova to warn her boyfriend about the nuclear explosion.
• Players search for Dyaltov, the deputy chief engineer of Reactor No. 4, who is missing.
• They learn from Bessonova that Dyaltov is likely at the Medical Center.
• Upon arrival, they find the Medical Center overwhelmed with injured firefighters and nuclear power plant employees, including those from Reactor No. 3 and night anglers.

Character Developments

• Coconut's condition worsens, with her hand wound not healing and nausea persisting.
• Bessonova surprisingly cooperates with Zhang Heng's instructions, calling her boyfriend to warn him.
• Dyaltov's actions suggest he understands the severity of the situation but delays leaving the nuclear power plant, potentially increasing his radiation exposure.

Significant Themes

• Radiation's immediate and long-term effects on human health.
• The chaos and overwhelmed medical system in the face of a disaster.
• The denial or lack of understanding of the severity of the situation among some characters.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng uses Coconut as an intermediary to communicate with Bessonova.
• Bessonova contacts her friends and colleagues to gather information about Dyaltov's whereabouts.
• The Players discuss and deduce Dyaltov's likely location based on the information gathered.
• The Medical Center staff and patients interact, showing the impact of the disaster on the community.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Players obtain a list of target patients in the hospital with Bessonova's help.
• They face the challenge of contacting their targets amidst the crowded hospital and militia presence.
• Zhang Heng decides to impersonate an expert team from Moscow to investigate the accident, using Bessonova as their spokesperson.
• The Players plan to talk to Dyaltov and other targets in the hospital before they're transferred to Moscow.

Character Developments

• Bessonova proves to be resourceful and willing to assist the Players, showing potential for a more active role.
• Coconut demonstrates determination to complete the instance, despite her physical condition.
• Zhang Heng displays strategic thinking and adaptability in planning their next move.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: The Players must adapt to the rapidly changing situation and limited resources.
• Trust and Teamwork: The team relies on Bessonova's local knowledge and Coconut's language skills, fostering trust and cooperation.
• Time Pressure: The Players feel the urgency to act quickly before their targets are transferred to Moscow.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Heng consults with the team in the car, considering everyone's input before making a decision.
• Zhang Heng and Coconut discuss the plan to impersonate the expert team, with Coconut agreeing to assist despite her condition.
• Bessonova is included in the plan, showing the team's trust in her abilities and willingness to involve her in their strategy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of four, led by a stern-faced middle-aged man, arrives at the medical center, claiming to be an expert group from Moscow investigating the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident.
• They manage to bluff their way past the militia captain and enter the hospital, with Bessonova, disguised as a nuclear physicist, playing a crucial role.
• Inside the hospital, they encounter Bessonova's former colleagues who don't recognize her in her disguise.
• The group meets with Anatoly Stepanovich Dyaltov, one of the staff on duty during the accident.

Character Developments

• Bessonova: She overcomes her initial nervousness and successfully impersonates a nuclear physicist, even managing to fool her former colleagues. She demonstrates adaptability and resilience under pressure.
• The Middle-Aged Man (Zhang Heng): Despite his stern demeanor, he shows patience and understanding when Bessonova falters, indicating he's not entirely unsympathetic to her situation.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Identity: The group's disguise highlights the theme of deception and the fluidity of identity, as they successfully impersonate experts to gain access to information.
• Power Dynamics: The middle-aged man's authoritative presence and the head nurse's deference to him illustrate the power dynamics at play in the situation.

Character Interactions

• Bessonova and Her Former Colleagues: Bessonova's interactions with her former colleagues demonstrate the effectiveness of her disguise and Zhang Heng's makeup artistry.
• The Middle-Aged Man and the Head Nurse: Their interaction showcases the middle-aged man's imposing presence and the head nurse's deference to authority.
• Bessonova and the Middle-Aged Man: Their dynamic shows a level of trust and understanding, with the middle-aged man allowing Bessonova to take the lead in their interactions with hospital staff.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Expert Group, consisting of Bessonova (as Daria, an engineer), Yevrem (Acute Radiation Sickness Expert), Valentina (Nuclear Physicist), Sergei (Senior Assistant Prosecutor), and Zhang Heng (undercover), meets Dyaltov, the Deputy Chief Engineer of Chernobyl's Reactor No. 4.
• Dyaltov, suffering from radiation sickness, agrees to share information about the accident.
• The group interrogates Dyaltov in the nurses' changing room, with Bessonova leading the questioning while the Doctor records the conversation.

Character Developments

• Bessonova (Daria): Shows courage and adaptability in her new role, maintaining composure while questioning Dyaltov.
• Dyaltov: Struggles with the severity of his actions and the gravity of the situation, appearing uneasy and cooperative during the interrogation.
• Zhang Heng: Maintains a cold and intense demeanor, staring at Dyaltov like a predator.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Expert Group's arrival shifts the power dynamics, making Dyaltov cooperative despite his initially intimidating status.
• Responsibility and Consequences: Dyaltov's actions and their severe consequences are explored, hinting at the upcoming investigation.

Character Interactions

• Bessonova and Dyaltov: Bessonova maintains a gentle yet firm demeanor while questioning Dyaltov, who appears uneasy and cooperative.
• Zhang Heng and Dyaltov: Zhang Heng's cold stare makes Dyaltov uncomfortable, highlighting the tension between them.
• The Expert Group: The group works together, with Bessonova leading the questioning, the Doctor recording, and the others observing, to gather information from Dyaltov.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dyaltov recounts the events leading to the Chernobyl disaster.
• A safety experiment was planned for April 25th but was postponed due to a power shortage in Kiev.
• The experiment resumed at 1:23:04 AM on April 26th, with Dyaltov approving a power increase to 200 megawatts.
• An explosion occurred at 1:24 AM, damaging the reactor building but leaving the reactor core intact.
• Dyaltov ordered water injection to stabilize the reactor and participated in rescue efforts.
• He reported the accident to Director Bryukhanov and sought medical treatment due to feeling unwell.

Character Developments

• Dyaltov shows responsibility and concern for the reactor's safety, but also makes decisions that contribute to the accident.
• Bessonova demonstrates skepticism and thoroughness in questioning Dyaltov.

Significant Themes

• Human error and its consequences in high-risk environments.
• The importance of accurate communication and understanding in complex systems.
• The struggle to contain and manage a crisis.

Character Interactions

• Dyaltov interacts with various personnel, including shift supervisors (Tregub, Akimov), operators (Toptunov, Stolyarchuk), and interns.
• Bessonova questions Dyaltov, challenging his account and seeking clarification.
• The Expert Group (led by three unidentified individuals) observes the interrogation, acting as a jury.