บท 168: Zero-Sum Battle

Facing Fear.

These two words are not difficult to understand.

However, to truly comprehend one's "true" fear, one must engage in a period of contemplation.

Initially, Tyler believed facing fear was merely confronting the fear of battle and the fear of death, and that facing one's own "shadow" and emerging victorious would suffice as confronting fear.

Now, it seems this understanding is somewhat superficial.

In the process of killing "himself" for the twelfth time, Tyler found it increasingly effortless and straightforward with each attempt.

He had lost not only his fear but also his sense of tension.

In truth, Tyler's instincts knew what he truly feared, and his rational mind, with the assistance of his instincts, subconsciously avoided situations that would cause him fear.

Fortunately, through the twelfth attempt of shooting "himself," Tyler had an epiphany.