Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Carnival Life
Introduction of the carnival performers and their relationships
Key Events
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Carnival Introduction — Alonzo performs as knife thrower without arms Characters: Alonzo, Nanon Zanzi, Antonio Zanzi, Malabar, Cojo, Costra
Location: Carnival grounds
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Nanon's Fear — Nanon reveals her fear of men's hands Characters: Nanon Zanzi, Alonzo
Location: Carnival dressing room
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Malabar's Arrival — Malabar arrives and courts Nanon Characters: Malabar, Nanon Zanzi, Antonio Zanzi
Location: Carnival grounds
Secrets Unveiled
Alonzo's hidden arms and his growing obsession with Nanon
Key Events
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Alonzo's Secret — Alonzo reveals he has arms but hides them Characters: Alonzo, Cojo, Costra
Location: Carnival backstage
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Marriage Proposal — Malabar proposes to Nanon Characters: Malabar, Nanon Zanzi, Antonio Zanzi
Location: Zanzi's home
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Alonzo's Jealousy — Alonzo confronts Malabar about Nanon Characters: Alonzo, Malabar
Location: Carnival grounds
Desperate Measures
Alonzo's extreme sacrifice to win Nanon's affection
Key Events
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The Amputation — Alonzo cuts off his arms to be with Nanon Characters: Alonzo, Cojo, Costra
Location: Carnival backstage
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Nanon's Discovery — Nanon discovers Alonzo's true nature Characters: Nanon Zanzi, Alonzo, Malabar
Location: Carnival grounds
Final Reckoning
The confrontation between Alonzo and Malabar with devastating consequences
Key Events
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Final Showdown — Alonzo and Malabar compete for Nanon Characters: Alonzo, Malabar, Nanon Zanzi, Antonio Zanzi
Location: Carnival stage
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Tragic Ending — Alonzo dies and Nanon is left with Malabar Characters: Alonzo, Nanon Zanzi, Malabar
Location: Carnival grounds
