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Chapter 167: The Times Are Calling

Many people were concerned about the Sixth Street Gang. Armstrong was not surprised by this, nor did he care much about it. He just said calmly: "Call their representatives over, I will deal with it myself."

"……OK."

Will Cannon nodded.

Although he didn't know much about this new boss, and his methods were extremely violent, Cannon thought about it carefully and realized that these companies were not private security companies like Trauma Team International, but giant enterprises with their own armies.

Kanto, Arasaka, and Militech. These three companies can be said to be the three most powerful military forces and weapons manufacturers in the entire world.

At the end of the 20th century, along with a lot of changes caused by the change of timeline, a large number of plagues and famines broke out around the world, especially in the Middle East, which was turned into a radioactive wasteland full of radioactive dust due to a series of small-scale wars using nuclear weapons.

In this process of natural and man-made disasters, transnational giants are undoubtedly the best scavengers of global disasters. Governments of all sizes may collapse at any time. In order to survive, these governments have to seek assistance from giant companies to operate. In exchange for more power and influence, companies are naturally very happy to help. Gradually, these giant companies began to have the functions of the state and even the sovereignty of the state.

It can be said that in front of these three giant companies, the scale of Trauma Team International can only be regarded as a small fight. That is, the trauma team itself does not have any political stance and is absolutely neutral. It helps whoever pays and whoever is a senior user. Otherwise, Trauma Team International will also face business risks including acquisitions.

"In addition, the Petrochemical Corporation is also very interested in Night City..."

"It doesn't matter, just ask them to come together."

Armstrong waved his hand and said, "Call over everyone who's interested in the Sixth Street Gang and get rid of them all at once. This will save us a lot of trouble later."

"...Okay." Realizing that Armstrong had no intention of discussing the matter in depth, Will Cannon nodded. He did not say anything more afterwards. In Will Cannon's opinion, although Armstrong was rough, barbaric, and only believed in strength, it was precisely because of this that he made people feel extremely relieved.

A person who only believes in power, the most basic thing is to have a perfect understanding of power. If it is a small company, it is fine, but this time the ones who came are all real plot companies. For example, the Petrochemical Group, a company that provides 60% of the world's fuel supply.

In this case, I'm sure Armstrong wouldn't have dealt with it as roughly as he did with Trauma Team International...

Thinking about it, Huo Pao also said: "Then the boss..."

"Call me Congressman." Armstrong waved his hand. "We are civilized people. Even if we are still gang members now, I don't intend to be a boss."

"Okay." Cannon was not angry, but relieved. At least, this meant that Armstrong was indeed a cultured person who could solve problems through negotiation.

"Well, Councillor, if there are no other problems, I will contact the heads of the major companies."

"Ah."

After getting the confirmation, the cannon turned and left. Armstrong came to the window and looked at the tall buildings in Night City, his eyes full of excitement and expectation. In contrast, David made his request to his mother.

"You want Cian Westin?" Gloria frowned slightly after hearing David's words. She was not surprised that David knew he had Cian Westin, because Ron had already said it to her directly before. What Gloria was more concerned about was why David wanted this thing.

"Mr. Ron said that I can control this thing. You heard it, didn't you?" David said excitedly, "Besides, you can't use Sian Westin. It's better to give it to me directly. Speaking of which, this is the first time I know that you are doing this kind of thing. I always thought you relied on the work at the treatment center and some extra income..."

"The salary from the treatment center alone is not enough to pay for the tuition at Arasaka Academy."

Shaking her head, Gloria said, "I know what you are thinking, but the most important thing for you now is to study. This kind of combat prosthesis is of no use to you, and it will increase your mental burden... You know, this kind of advanced prosthesis, just the immunosuppressant used every month is an expensive expense."

Immunosuppressants are a very common biosynthetic drug in the world view of Cyberpunk 2077. The main function is to alleviate the impact of too many prosthetics on the human spirit. This is also the reason why only a few people can become powerful "legends" in Cyberpunk. Ordinary people who have powerful or even too many prosthetics will lose their minds and become cyberpsychopaths because of the erosion of the nerves by the prosthetics.

Once a similar prosthesis is implanted, it will take medicine for life - including Cyberpunk 2077's protagonist V, who is also subject to similar restrictions. The protagonist V's prosthesis doctor, Old Wei, once said that this thing must be used for life. However, for the sake of gameplay, there is no setting for regular purchases. And with V's ability to shake the sky in the later period, he does not need this thing to maintain his sanity.

Although it doesn't sound like a big deal, the cost of the immunosuppressants needed for advanced prostheses is enough to make David's family, which is not well-off to begin with, even worse off.

However, David did not give up this time because he knew very well that he could no longer live a peaceful life like before.

"Give up, Mom, there's no turning back."

David sighed and recounted how he walked out of the house in full view of everyone, got into the trauma team's ambulance, and then returned to the apartment safely.

"While you were asleep, I went through a lot of things. A large part of the residential area of ​​​​Santo Dogo was destroyed. Now even if I collect enough money for repairs and return to Arasaka Academy, I can't live the same life as before."

"..." Gloria didn't say anything. Let's not talk about the explosive information that happened during her coma, which was condensed into a few sentences. Just like it's difficult for an elderly person to skillfully use a smartphone, just because she was born in the lower class, she didn't know how to deal with these things that sounded very "high-end".

Just at this moment, Ron came out from the side.

"David, are you free?"

"Yes!" David stood up quickly and answered.

"I have a mission, do you want to take it?"

(End of this chapter)