The son-in-law of Mr. Hachishaku

Chapter 195: Big change!

Although Night City has various problems, there is no denying that it is extremely inclusive.

As long as people have similar interests, they can quickly become friends.

Li Ang made two new friends today.

"Judy, I came to Liz to experience Mewtwo. As a local, do you have any recommendations?"

As a result, Evelin grabbed the conversation and said, "Why don't you ask me, handsome boy?"

"Judy understands Mewtwo very well, but she doesn't understand men."

Judy didn't agree with her friend's words: "I personally edited every one of Liz's Mewtwo films. I know very well which one sells well. As for men, do you need to understand? They are all the same thing."

After hearing this, Evelin laughed regardless of her appearance: "It's too aggressive, dear, don't forget that we have a man here."

"Everyone says that to me!" Judy actually regretted it, but she was still stubborn.

But Li Ang did not show the slightest displeasure on his face. Instead, he said to himself: "Actually, I agree with Miss Judy's point of view. After all, I have been a man for so many years."

"Hahaha, I like this sentence!" Judy clapped her hands happily.

She felt that this new friend in front of her was becoming more and more interesting.

Evelin's state became more and more calm, and she sipped the tequila in the cup.

Seeing that the two of them were getting closer to each other as they chatted, she suddenly said: "Judy, you go to the editing room first. The person I want to meet is here. I will go find you after we finish talking."

Although Judy was a little disappointed, she still did not refuse the friend's request.

"I'm going to get busy, Li Ang. When you come next time, I'll treat you to a drink."

Li Ang waved goodbye to her: "Go ahead, see you next time."

After Judy left, Evelin stood up and looked at the door of the bar.

Li Ang also turned around with the unfinished Coke: "Do you need me to avoid you later, Miss Parker?"

With her friend away, Evelin's attitude became obviously much colder: "No need, we will go somewhere else to chat. Also, I'm warning you, don't play Judy's mind, otherwise you will end up in a terrible situation!"

Li Ang raised his eyebrows and drank Coke.

At this time, a muscular man with short hair came into their sight and went straight to the bar.

Li Ang immediately put on an exaggerated expression and shouted to the man approaching: "Guess what I saw, the famous V is here!"

A strange look flashed in Evelin's eyes when she saw this: "Do you know him?"

However, Li Ang completely ignored her question.

Seeing a familiar face, V was also very surprised: "Li Ang? Why are you here!"

"Lao Wei gave me half a day off to experience the beauty of Night City." Li Ang lied without blushing: "What about you?"

V didn't hide anything from him and said bluntly: "I just took a job and came to meet the client."

"By the way, how long have you been here? Have you ever heard of a person named Evelyn Parker?"

Li Ang babbled to the side: "It's so far away but so close."

Evelin was forced to speak: "I am Evelin. As soon as you walked in the door, I knew it was you."

"Let's go, it's not convenient to talk. Let's go to the lounge."

The reason why she was in a hurry to leave was because she always felt like Li Ang was an unstable factor.

In fact, her plan had been disrupted, and all the tricks she had prepared to meet V in advance were useless.

V didn't think much about it and simply thought he had met an impatient customer this time.

"Let's go then. If we finish talking earlier, Jack and I can take action sooner."

"Sorry Li Ang, I'll excuse you now. We'll talk when we have a chance."

Li Ang raised his glass and responded with a smile: "You two, please help yourself."

Before Evelin took V away, she specifically told the bartender: "Madeo, if anyone asks, just say you haven't seen us."

"And you too, handsome boy."

After watching the two of them go to the lounge, Li Ang turned to the bar and said, "Bring me a copy of your film list."

He actually came to see the movie, and he met Judy and Evelyn just by the way.

After hearing this, Madeo brought him a tablet and a Mewtwo ring similar to VR eyes: "The premium package has exclusive customized services. Guests can take a look if they are interested."

Li Ang flipped through the dazzling film list with a look of embarrassment on his face: "Royal Sister, Lolita, Mature Women. Stockings and Uniforms, Fantasy Time, Intracranial Orgasm, and there are even retro classic reviews!"

“It’s a little hard to choose.”

"Let's do this, give me one of each!"

Mewtwo can be simply understood as an enhanced version of virtual reality technology that stimulates brain nerves and mobilizes various senses, such as vision, touch, and emotions, to achieve an immersive and wonderful experience.

However, frequent use of Mewtwo can cause the brain to be overloaded, which can lead to a series of health problems.

Malnutrition, weakness in limbs, dull nerves, and psychological discomfort.

But even so, people are still chasing newer and more extreme Mewtwo experiences in pursuit of excitement, including some senior corporate officials, powerful people and upper-class people.

Nowadays, Mewtwo addiction has become a social problem that cannot be ignored.

It's just that the impact of Chaomeng is not only negative, it also has a positive side, such as military simulation training, mental illness treatment, and even used in the conviction of criminals.

This is what Li Ang values, so he doesn't come here for fun, but for work.

Even though it would be hard, he was willing to sacrifice himself.

V walked out of the Ritz Bar feeling a little heavy.

Evelyn's commission is more dangerous than imagined, and involves the founder of Arasaka Corporation, Saburo Arasaka, and his successor, Yorinobu Arasaka.

What is the concept of Arasaka Corporation? One of the largest conglomerates in the world, the Supreme Emperor of Night City!
He Dehe, a little-known mercenary, could fight with the father and son.

What's even more outrageous is that Evelin actually wants to get rid of the middleman.

I thought she was a smart and capable strong woman, but now she seems to be a lunatic idiot.

Is it so easy to get rid of the middleman?

They are brokers, brokers, and intermediaries between mercenaries and clients. They understand the latest news on the street and know who offers the best price. As long as you work for them, they will never leave you alone, no matter during the mission. No matter what trouble you encounter, there are ways to help you solve it.

Of course, the opposite is also true. If you dare to use middlemen, they will make you disappear quietly in the Night City.

What's more, the middleman this time is Dexter Deshawn, one of the most prestigious middlemen in Night City. Regardless of his size or status, he is a big shot.

Evelin wanted to get rid of him, somewhat desperate.

But then again, this crazy woman dared to attack Arasaka Yorinobu, and she was still afraid of the bullshit Deshawn.

Thinking of this, V couldn't help but sigh: "I'm really going to be famous now."

Having already accepted the commission, if he went back on his word now, he would offend Evelyn and Deshawn at the same time. Rather than being afraid, he was worried that the news would get out, and the credibility of he and Jack's small group would be damaged, and they would not be able to receive business in the future.

There is no other way but to bite the bullet and do it.

With a frown on his face, V got into his classic car, clicked the necklace around his neck, and then leaned on the steering wheel to think about the next solution.

"Fuck!"

An exclamation outside the car caught V's attention, and he looked up and saw that familiar face again.

"Leon, why are you still here?"

I saw Li Ang standing blankly in front of the car, feeling as if Mewtwo had seen too much pig brain overload.

V finally reacted, but it was already too late.

So she couldn't help but sigh: "It's really raining all night because of the leak in the house. Let's get in the car first and then talk about it."

Li Ang quickly got into the passenger seat and closed the door tightly: "Does Jack know?"

"Jack knows, and only he and Lao Wei know." V pushed his long hair behind his ears with some discomfort: "For convenience."

"You should understand that being a man in our profession has advantages."

"Compared to delicate women, clients prefer to entrust tasks to men."

"At the same time, this is also a form of self-protection. At least when dealing with gang members, they won't look at you with disgusting eyes."

Li Ang didn't want to know her thoughts: "How did you do it?"

V raised his gracefully curved chin and showed off the black necklace around his neck: "The camouflage prosthetic body is produced by military technology and is only used by government agents. Although it is a second-hand product, it is still ridiculously expensive."

"It and this old car under my butt, which is older than my grandma, almost spent all my savings."

"Otherwise, I won't be able to get the money for the prosthetic eye, and end up paying for it on credit with Lao Wei."

Li Ang looked at the necklace and marveled that it could even hide it from his eyes.

At this time, in his heart, Judy has taken a back seat, and the most beautiful girl in Night City must be V who has transformed into a girl!

"You really gave me a big surprise, Ms. V."

"As long as it's not a shock." V started the car: "Remember to keep it a secret for me. I will send you back to Lao Wei Na now. Just pretend that nothing happened tonight."

She is usually very careful and only takes off her disguise when she is in her own apartment.

But Evelin's commission made her uneasy, so she wanted to get some air, and by chance she met an acquaintance.

"It's so late, why haven't you gone back yet?" Changing the subject to ease the slightly awkward atmosphere in the car.

Li Ang put one hand on the car window, feeling the cool night breeze: "I was kicked out by Lao Wei because I skipped work. I'm going to Ritz to find a sex doll to hold and sleep with for the night."

V heard this and slammed on the brakes: "Didn't you say before that Lao Wei gave you a holiday?"

Li Ang replied plausibly: "Like you, disguise is just about language."

"Just lie, there's no need to find an excuse." V raised his head and glanced at the rearview mirror: "What should I do now? The car is almost out of Kabuki Street."

"How about we turn around and take you back to Liz?"

Li Ang yawned: "No need, just find a hotel on the roadside and drop me off. I have an interview tomorrow, so I have to rest early."

V thought for a moment and restarted the car.

"Stop going to a hotel and wasting money. Come to my apartment for one night."

Li Ang looked at her delicate profile: "Are you so confident about me?"

V smiled lightly and said: "I have confidence in myself, and I believe that Lao Wei will not take in someone with bad intentions casually."

"Okay." Li Ang leaned on the back of the chair with his arms pillowed on his head: "Squint for a while and call me when you get there."

After closing his eyes, V turned to look at him.

The classic car drove quickly on the road and arrived at its destination in more than ten minutes.

V's apartment is located in Little Chinatown, also in the Watson District, not far from Kabuki Street.

This was supposed to be the continuation of the center of Night City. It once had skyscrapers and top medical institutions. In the 40s, a large number of Asian immigrants, mostly Chinese, came in, hence the name Chinatown.

But then, as more and more people poured into Night City, it is now a mixed bag of people and various ethnic groups coexist.

Mixed classes create a chaotic environment.

High-end residences sit side by side with cheap apartments, illegal industries sit side by side with legitimate businesses, and elites in suits and ties can be seen on the streets, as well as beggars in rags.

The [Afterlife Club], which is famous throughout Night City, is located here.

But the above has nothing to do with the two people in the car.

"Get up, we're here."

V parked the car and woke up the man in the passenger seat.

Li Ang, who was asleep, opened his eyes and found himself in an underground parking lot.

Get off the bus with Ms. V, then take the elevator to the 10th floor of the apartment.

There are four screens hung neatly on both sides of the elevator control panel, seemingly to help passengers kill the boring waiting time.

At this time, a talk show was being played, and a black woman with an afro was passionately introducing a new chip developed by Arasaka Company.

"Describe [Relic] in one word? Let me think."

"Immortal!"

"It would allow us to transfer the consciousness of dying subjects and find a new home for their souls on a transferable chip."

“And this person will always be there for you.”

"Live in your consciousness and never leave."

"Imagine what if"

Li Ang was listening with great interest, but the words of the afro in the show were interrupted by the priest next to him with a golden cross on his forehead.

"Son, stop and think about what you said."

"This Relic is a heresy born from human suffering! It is an unnatural existence! It is also a golden calf absurdly born by a false prophet!"

"Arasaka Company claims that Relic can preserve souls."

"But what they promised was just a set of algorithms without emotion or thought."

"It's just using the voices of the dead to talk to us."

"Furthermore, this technology is just another tool of power and corruption. Only those high-ranking officials and dignitaries can enjoy it!"

"And these people will definitely pay hard for this so-called 'immortality'."

"Any price will do!"

Hearing this, Li Ang looked away from the screen: "What do you think, Ms. V, of this magical-sounding chip?"

"Ah?" V's reaction was a little slow, and his expression was slightly strange.

Because the content of Evelin's commission was to steal Relic's original chip from Yorinobu Arasaka.

Li Ang smiled and took the initiative to change the topic: "Why don't you continue to pretend?"

Seeing that he didn't ask further questions, V returned to normal and pressed the button on the necklace before the elevator arrived.

Li Ang suddenly looked disappointed: "I knew I wouldn't have reminded you."

V was about to say something when the elevator door opened with a ding.

"Come with me."

Led by the most beautiful girl in Night City, Li Ang walked into this apartment called the Super Skyscraper.

Despite the mess in the corridor and the colorful graffiti on the walls, which made it look like a slum, the room was surprisingly nice inside, which may have something to do with V's preference for cleanliness.

Although the area is not particularly large, it is fully functional and each function has its own independent partition.

On the right side of the door is a wardrobe and storage shelves, on the right is a semi-open study and workshop, and further on is a separate bathroom.

Directly opposite the door is a sunken living room with a space capsule-like bed next to it.

"Sit down, do you want something to drink?"

V was obviously much more relaxed when he returned to his home. Not only did he take off his disguise, he also took off his cumbersome-looking leather jacket, wearing only a small black vest.

Li Ang glanced at the curvature of her chest calmly, and couldn't help but feel a little regretful.

Sure enough, nothing is perfect in the world.

If you have a beautiful face, you have to pay a corresponding price.

So he thought: "If there is milk, you can have a glass."

V, who just took out two glasses from the wine cabinet, said angrily: "This is a low-cost apartment in Little Chinatown, not a high-end mansion in Charter Hill. Where can I get you milk?"

"Only wine, drink it if you like it or not!"

Li Ang sat on the sofa and crossed one leg comfortably, not treating himself as an outsider at all.

"Okay, let's have a glass of tequila. I want the Bacchus."

"You know your stuff, boy!" V poured him a glass: "I saw you drinking coke at the Ritz, so I thought you didn't understand wine."

"I really don't understand." Li Ang did not touch the wine on the coffee table: "But I only drink this brand of tequila."

The little trick Evelin prepared was used by him.

V sat on the other side of the sofa and poured himself a glass: "Like me, we may have a lot in common."

However, after saying this, she didn't know what to talk about.

The two had just met today, but they only knew each other by a nod. For Lao Wei's sake, they impulsively brought him back.

Li Ang saw Ms. V's embarrassment, so he took the initiative to raise his glass and said, "How about taking a rest after drinking this glass? You have your commission, and I have my interview, but we are not idlers."

"What a suggestion!" V drank the wine in one gulp.

Then he said with some embarrassment: "I only have one bed here. I feel sorry for you to sleep on the sofa. I'll get you a blanket."

Li Ang patted the soft cushion under him: "It doesn't matter, I'm satisfied with the sofa to sleep on."

"That's good." V got up and brought him a blanket, then went to the bathroom to wash up. When he came out, he found that Li Ang had fallen asleep.

"What are you doing so tired?"

After calling twice and getting no response, she went to bed and lay down.

To be honest, V felt very uncomfortable hearing another person's breathing in his own room.

She originally thought she would have a hard time falling asleep, but she didn't expect that Li Ang's long and even breathing seemed to have some kind of magical power, and it would take her into sleep after a while.

Unfortunately it's not a sweet dream, it's a nightmare.

In the dream, she and Jack were discovered when they went to steal a chip. Jack died on the way to escape while protecting the chip. She was wanted by Arasaka Company and became a street rat that everyone in Night City wanted to beat up.

And her disguise was discovered, and her friends who felt deceived left her one after another.

In the end, in order to survive, she removed all the prosthetics on her body, replaced her entire face, and became one of the living beings in the Night City.

At the same time, the words that middleman DeShawn said to her today came to mind.

"Are you making a name for yourself? Or are you a nobody?"

Just when she was tossing and turning in bed and unable to sleep because of these words, a high-spirited voice sounded in her ears.

"Hello, it's a new day, Night City!"

　In view of the huge difference in the number of likes, we don’t have to wait 24 hours~
　　
　
(End of this chapter)