Cyberpunk: From Dogville to Legend

Chapter 5 The Worried Club

“Heavy Hearts”

The club's cursive English sign looks somewhat flimsy, as it's not yet time for it to unleash its charm at night.

【Heartbroken】is known for its ancient Egyptian pyramid shape and the green beams that illuminate the night sky; similarly, security here is also quite heavy.

No one can explain why this building dares to be one of the few landmark buildings in Dogtown, just like the [Sapphire Blue].

Perhaps Mr. Hanz's office is located on a high floor of a luxury building?

After all, someone has to do things for this lawless place.

The two security guards at the entrance inspected the kinetic rifle on Lin Yue's back. "Sorry, you have to follow the rules here. You can leave this thing to me for now."

Lin Yue shrugged noncommittally, "Sure."

The security guard pressed the communication button behind his ear. "He's here."

That should be Hans. The small pistol on Lin Yue's waist was generously returned by the security guards. Perhaps Mr. Hans didn't think anyone in Dogtown could threaten him with a pistol.

After the security guard swiped his access card, Lin Yue composed himself, cleared his throat, and waited for his first meeting with this "important person."

No matter who it is, you can disrespect those ordinary, unknown middlemen.

But for a middleman like Hanz who has already made his fortune, a careless remark could ruin his goodwill. Putting aside the Ghosthound's skin, if Lin Yue wants to survive, Mr. Hanz of Dogtown is the first hurdle.

Of course, if Lin Yue wanted to be a gambler who passed out from inhaling glitter outside the black market, he wouldn't need to go through all this trouble.

The colonel was still pressing down on him, so he had to be at 100% alert.

Hey~
Mr. Hanz's studio is located on a low, three-story building with a classic, luxurious corridor covered in soft carpets.

Lin Yue arrived at the door and gently knocked on the electric door that smelled of wood.

"Come in, my friend, there's no need for so much formality."

Hanz's voice was more powerful in real life than in the holographic phone. Lin Yue pressed the door open button.

The room, somewhat like a European-style luxury hotel, had a sunken reception area in the middle, where Mr. Hans was quietly sitting on the sofa reading a book.

"Mr. Hanz."

Lin Yue greeted them gently and stood obediently beside the sofa to receive Hanz's "punishment".

[Person: Mr. Hanz]

[Affiliation: Dogtown, Taiping Continent]

[Favorability: -10]

[Development potential: Extremely high.]

[Stage Rewards: Affection level reaches 0, gain +2 to Physical Strength, obtain Epic 'Technical Sniper Rifle - Nekomata' Manufacturer: Tsunami]

Okay, as expected, there are no more notifications on the panel, and my newbie perks have come to an end.

Despite his complaints, Lin Yue carefully examined the middleman he had never met before. He couldn't understand why Mr. Hans had such a low opinion of him.
Could it be that this Mr. Hanz investigated the tarnished past of the body's predecessor?
However, the rewards at this stage are quite attractive.

After all, the only weapon above the epic tier is the [Immortal Legendary] weapon, and the Tsunami Corporation's technical sniper rifle offers good value for money.

Mr. Hanz closed his book and glanced slightly at Lin Yue's arm. "It's hard to believe that someone with such a crude modification like you could be Hansen's 'confidant'."

Well, Lin Yue's prosthetic body is being criticized once again.

As for Hanz claiming to be the colonel's confidant, Lin Yue was somewhat puzzled. Shouldn't a confidant be the leader of the Netherhounds, sitting in the [Sapphire Blue] club, partying non-stop and having countless sums of money?
He was just kicked out of the Netherhound yesterday; this statement makes no sense.

Mr. Hans stood up and said slowly:
"Have you ever heard the story that the buffalo on the African savanna are very strong? Even though the lion is the king of beasts on the savanna, it does not dare to attack a herd of buffalo rashly. They will all stare at each other with all their might."

"And you, my friend, you are the lion that has been released to contend with me."

Lin Yue was quick-witted; he didn't want to deepen the other party's dislike on this issue.
"I think the colonel just can't swallow the anger of being swallowed up, as you know, Mr. Hans. In Night City, it's not easy for the Hound of the Underworld to swagger around and investigate."

"As for me, I'm just an assistant, not some 'lion,' and I'll do whatever you say."

Mr. Hans was surprised that his difficult request was resolved in this way, and his kind smile reappeared.

"Very good, you are indeed a likable young man."

"We don't know what Hansen is going to do yet, but you need to rein in the way he operates in the military."

"Here, you have to learn how to deal with Fixers and cyberpunks. Follow me and do things first, then see the results."

Lin Yue nodded, thus successfully bridging the gap between the two initial clashes.

Sitting on the sofa, Hanz clasped his hands together and leaned over to stare at Lin Yue. “I’m different from you young people. I have a family and a daughter. You have to handle some things cleanly and efficiently. Unnecessary troubles can only stay outside the gates of Dogtown.”

"Especially considering your and Colonel Hansen's identities."

Lin Yue replied, "Mr. Hanz, I know."

"You're obedient and adaptable. Now it's up to you to see if you can make things work." Mr. Hans's eyes lit up. Lin Yue knew he was sending him something, and sure enough, the words being transmitted lit up in Lin Yue's eyes.

“Some of our old buddies—the cyberpunks in the city—aren’t going to let this go.”

"But we're all just trying to make a living, there's no need to make things difficult for each other. After you've reviewed the information, you're in charge of handling this matter well."

Lin Yue stared blankly at the information about hackers in his eyeball.

[Name: Sasha Yakovlevova]...

Back in 2075, that united and resilient cyberpunk team had already made a name for themselves in this city.

Do you know each other? Or are you old friends?

Mr. Hans's insight was extraordinary; he easily caught Lin Yue's subtle changes in expression.

Lin Yue lied and denied it. He slowly shook his head and said, "I just find it very surprising that such a young girl has more than a dozen criminal records with the NCPD."

"These hackers don't discriminate based on age. Young people are quick-witted, and those dressed as hackers are all troublesome characters."

Sasha in the file had a sweet smile, and even made a "V" sign in a shot captured by the NCPD.

"Whether you know her or not is your secret, I don't care."

Mr. Hans did not intend to investigate further.

"Go find a hacker friend I know in Dogtown. That guy knows some attack and defense techniques. As long as it doesn't lead to you and Hansen, everything will be fine."

"If they don't find anything, the team will naturally give up."

Lin Yue received another message from Mr. Hanz, informing him of the contact person. All the mission details were contained in the briefing chip that Hanz had handed him.

“By the way, my ‘Lion,’” Mr. Hans joked, “take a look at Mewtwo on the coffee table. Get a general idea of ​​what to expect, at least you need to know what the Colonel wants you to be careful about.”

Without hesitation, Lin Yue picked up the Mewtwo Ring. A dazzling light flashed before his eyes, and his sensory perspective quickly shifted to another viewpoint...

(End of this chapter)