Landscape with Invisible Hand

Chloe and Adam record an episode of their show while shopping for food at the “vuvvmart.” They perform as if they’re still in love, although their remarks include biting comments, such as Chloe’s remark about drilling dimples into Adam’s face with an awl. Seeing the rich teens from the apartment complex approaching, Chloe grabs Adam and pulls him into an alley. Adam falsely argues that their love should be public, but Chloe counters that the alley is more intimate. She kisses Adam to keep him from shouting that he loves her, and the act makes Adam’s stomach turn. He pushes Chloe back and defecates in his pants, unable to control a sudden wave of diarrhea. Pulling Adam out of the alley, Chloe admits that she’s dating Buddy Gui. Adam argues that Buddy is a “meathead,” but Chloe says he’s a chainsaw artist. The rich kids see them arguing, and Adam explains that he has a medical condition and that he’s saving for a treatment.

Adam walks home, realizing that he’ll no longer bring in an income for his family. He goes to Buddy’s house the next day. Buddy’s driveway is filled with crucified Buddhas carved into logs. Adam asks if Buddy is making a statement, and Buddy explains that

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