Synopsis

Trapped within the Dream Eater, whose stomach is connected to outer space, the protagonist confronts the entity. They learn the Dream Eater consumes stories and tries to negotiate, demanding the return of Lee Sookyung. Despite the Dream Eater's initial dismissal of negotiation, the protagonist leverages the entity's love of stories, arguing that a forced consumption diminishes their quality, leading to a tentative agreement involving stories and survival. The chapter ends with a tense stalemate as both sides consider their next move.