The Masked Man brought the two back to the dormitory. Only two beds remained.
As they entered, Ji-Xian said to Jung-Hyuk:"Hey, look over there." He pointed at the piggy bank. "I'll be walking out with that money, and you… you'll die in this trash heap."
With that, he walked toward his bed.
Jung-Hyuk muttered where he stood: "Bastard."
At that moment, the main door opened, and the Masked Man stepped out:
"With utmost sincerity, we offer our congratulations and respect to those of you who have successfully passed the first five games. We have prepared a special gift for the final participants. Before the gift is revealed, please change into the attire we have prepared for you."
Jung-Hyuk changed clothes and stepped out of the stall.
Ji-Xian said to him:"You should thank me. If it weren't for me, you might already be in heaven by now. Hahahaha."
Jung-Hyuk ignored him and walked out of the restroom.
Back in the dorm, the Masked Man set up a round table. Jung-Hyuk and Ji-Xian sat at opposite ends.
The Masked Man then arranged the tableware and served the food.
It was a spread of vegetables, fruit, bread, and a luxurious pan-seared steak. He poured them each a glass of red wine.
The Masked Man said:"Tonight's banquet is to thank the final participants for the sacrifices and efforts you have made during this time, and to wish you an even more spectacular performance in the final game. Please, do not hold back—enjoy yourselves."
When he finished speaking, Jung-Hyuk and Ji-Xian hungrily devoured the rare feast before them.
After the meal, the Masked Man cleared away the tableware—but left a small knife behind.
They each knowingly slipped the knife into their pocket.
That night, neither dared to relax for even a moment, but in the end, sleep overtook them both as they sat.
Meanwhile, outside, Il-hoon's father discovered his wife hanging at home.
He broke down, pulling her down into his arms:"Darling, I'm sorry." And with that, he burst into tears.
Elsewhere, the VIPs were gathered around, laughing and chatting as they gambled.
VIP 5 said: "Looking forward to tomorrow's game."
In the Founder's room, the song Fly Me to the Moon began to play.