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Reader reactions reveal that John has been a victim of a corrupt system, with unnamed antagonists arranging fixed matches and even poisoning an athlete, actions that have ruined numerous careers. This revelation has generated an overwhelming wave of sympathy for John, with readers lamenting his circumstances and praising his resilience. The narrative explores the theme of persona versus reality, highlighted by artistic choices like obscuring John's face when his true self is shown. A significant comment suggests a potential past connection, speculating that John may be someone Yu encountered as a child. 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Reader reactions reveal that John has been a victim of a corrupt system, with unnamed antagonists arranging fixed matches and even poisoning an athlete, actions that have ruined numerous careers. This revelation has generated an overwhelming wave of sympathy for John, with readers lamenting his circumstances and praising his resilience. The narrative explores the theme of persona versus reality, highlighted by artistic choices like obscuring John's face when his true self is shown. A significant comment suggests a potential past connection, speculating that John may be someone Yu encountered as a child. 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