Ep 3. Life and Death

Shion's life has been turned upside down after his actions have caused him to become a hunted fugitive. In episode 3 of season 1, titled "Life and Death," Shion begins to come to terms with the severity of his situation, and the true cost of taking a stand against the government he once admired.

After running from the law for weeks, Shion and Rat take refuge in a secret passageway beneath the city. Shion spends his days contemplating his new reality, as he grapples with the fact that he'll never be able to return to his former life. He begins to feel the weight of his choices, and the impact it's had on those he left behind.

Meanwhile, Nezumi is preoccupied with his own issues. He's been plagued with visions of a woman he once knew, who disappeared after getting too close to the truth about No. 6. As he struggles to come to terms with his past, he begins to question his own loyalty to Shion.

As the days pass, Shion and Rat grow increasingly isolated from the rest of the world, and tensions begin to rise between them. Shion's guilt over his role in their current situation weighs heavily on him, while Rat grows more distant and guarded. It seems as though their once strong bond may be irreparably damaged.

In the midst of this turmoil, Shion receives a surprising visitor. A former colleague from his days as a scientist arrives with an offer of help. But with danger lurking around every corner, Shion must decide whether to trust this new ally, or to continue on alone.

As the episode unfolds, the balance between life and death becomes increasingly apparent. Shion struggles with the knowledge that his actions have led to immense suffering, and that there may be no way to make amends. Meanwhile, Nezumi must confront his own mortality, as he comes face-to-face with the reality of the risks he's taken in the fight against No. 6.

In the end, "Life and Death" leaves viewers wondering what the future holds for Shion and Rat, and whether they'll be able to overcome the obstacles that currently stand in their way. It's a gripping and emotional episode that highlights the complexities of human relationships, and the power of choice in a world that often leaves us with few options.