My Cyber Psychosis is Task Prompt

[Mission Objective Updated]

[Talk to Long Chuanze. (Not Achieved)]

"Are you still working for the Black Gold Gang? F*cking hell, John, do you know what the situation is like on the streets now?"

"Uh-huh."

John pursed his lips and patted the motorcycle. "I didn't know before, but your guys explained it quite clearly, and they sure know how to make an impression."

"Did you really kill them? Do you think this is some sort of game?"

Long Chuanze's eyes were sharp as knives, his voice hoarse and oppressive, while the mass of Owl Town gang members behind him simultaneously raised their guns.

"When a knife's at my throat, I can't exactly be expected to speak politely... F*cking b*tch, if you've got the guts, pull the trigger, let's see whose balls are bigger."

John met his gaze without a hint of fear.

He was no longer the street kid starting out; now his foot rested solidly on the ground, with a plan for escape through Sianweistan already replaying in his mind.

Long Chuanze took a good look at John and shook his head.

"The intermediary and the Wanderer can't protect you."

"I don't expect to walk away unscathed, but I'll make sure you regret stepping out of that armored shell."

[Leave the scene alive. (Not Achieved)]

A new mission objective popped up.

John couldn't help but feel like it was a reminder to watch his words.

Long Chuanze's gaze was icy as he drew a short knife, the very tool he used for gruesome interrogations.

"...Words aren't as tough as a blade."

"Just wait a moment."

John suddenly interrupted. "You're the second-in-command of the Cheye Group, why are you meddling with the Xia Ming faction? Isn't that overstepping?"

Long Chuanze furrowed his brows.

"...What exactly are you here for?"

"Sato Kei, I just want to have a chat with him."

John keenly observed the change in the other's expression.

A motorcycle killer doesn't just show up by chance; this guy named Sato must also be in some deep trouble.

Long Chuanze's face was stormy, his cybernetic eye flickering.

The sound of a car door opening and closing echoed once more.

John glanced over to see a group of Owl Town gang underlings bowing with even more reverence than they did for Long Chuanze.

The sound of wooden clogs hitting the street was heard.

A tall figure in a kimono emerged.

[Name: Fujimura Takeshi]

[Profile: High-ranking executive of the Owl Town gang, leader of the Xia Ming faction, manages the Sakura Cross Street shops...]

"Damn, it's like I know half the people here."

John muttered, feeling uneasy deep down. Dealing with a cripple like Long Chuanze was one thing, but adding this guy into the mix made leaving in one piece much less likely today.

"Mr. John, we meet again."

Fujimura Takeshi remained in his kimono, his broad back straight and covered in scars from head to eyebrowless face.

It's hard to imagine this kind of guy lying on a woman's lap listening to weather reports.

"I've noticed your transformation, John. Weakness turned into strength under the forge of death."

"Your words really make my skin crawl."

John felt the tension ease up a bit and attempted to crack a joke. "If you'd teach me how to brainwash women, this conversation would be far more interesting."

Fujimura Takeshi tucked his hands into his sleeves and shook his head.

"With that immature illusion you have about the world, dominating anyone will be difficult. But that's alright; young people are entitled to some privileges."

John suddenly felt the joke wasn't funny anymore.

He asked the question nagging at him.

"Is Sato Kei part of the Xia Ming faction? Has something happened to him? I have a job and need to talk to him."

"Very good, we finally have the chance to talk business."

Fujimura Takeshi nodded at Long Chuanze, who sheathed his knife and returned to the armored vehicle.

"Mr. John, I don't know who your employer is, but would you be willing to add a little extra to your search for Sato Kei?"

"Name your price."

John responded decisively.

As soon as he spoke, a transfer notification popped up.

"The price is quite reasonable."

"Only 20% in advance as a deposit; the Glaive under you is also part of the reward... So, are you satisfied?"

"What's the mission objective?"

John wanted more information.

Fujimura Takeshi is the leader of the Xia Ming faction, which recently clashed with the Black Gold Gang on the streets.

Sato Kei has been ordered to attack a bunch of the Black Gold Gang.

According to the latest intel, he became a cyberpsycho, indiscriminately killing many, escaped from ECPD, and took some critical data.

"Cowardice is a deadly flaw, Mr. John. I want you to bring back that lunatic's cyber eye. As the head of the Xia Ming faction, I owe an explanation to my subordinates."

Fujimura Takeshi nodded seriously, drawing his hand out of his kimono sleeve and waving it; immediately, the gang assassins standing by dropped their weapons.

Fujimura Takeshi left.

The armored car, bearing the Owl Town gang's emblem, drove off into the distance.

A dozen motorcycles escorted the vehicle, all trained assassins likely bred by Raqi Industry.

[Mission Objective Updated]

[Obtain Sato Kei's cyber eye. (Not Achieved)]

John exhaled deeply.

Fujimura Takeshi did not leave a contact number, only transferred a payment and mission details through a disposable account.

John revved up the motorcycle, leaving the scene.

The Glaive bike held a special status within the Owl Town gang's territory.

It's practically a custom model for official gang members.

Even outside the Sakura Cross Street area, certain mercenaries and corporate executives drive it as a symbol of trophy and power when speeding down streets.