A pragmatic Burmese migrant from the same hometown as Lien Ching who harbors romantic feelings for her. He provides financial and emotional support during her struggles with illegal status, but becomes enraged when she turns to prostitution to fund her escape. Driven by jealousy and despair over her departure, he murders her and subsequently takes his own life.
A-kuo's unrequited romantic interest drives his initial support and later tragic actions.
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