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| Original Title | 酒中日記 |
|---|---|
| Author | 国木田 独歩 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Taiga Imakura, an earnest and respected school principal, finds his life of integrity slowly eroding. Committed to a vital school renovation, his world is thrown into chaos by his mother's relentless demands and growing moral corruption, culminating in the unthinkable theft of public funds. Desperate to replace the money without exposing his parent, Taiga is thrust into a moral abyss when a mysterious leather bag falls into his hands. Now haunted by a perilous secret, his once-unwavering conscience begins to fray, transforming him into a man riddled with guilt and suspicion. As his wife discerns a chilling shift in his demeanor, the unspoken truth threatens to consume their fragile existence. What devastating price will Taiga ultimately pay for his choices? |
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