[Meredith: Are you sure you're just selling this thing to us? Well, I can't help you deal with Arasaka.]
[A: But I guess Arasaka's people can't get into Dog Town, what do you think?]
[Meredith: Coincidentally, we also 'can't get in'... Name your price.]
[A: Five million euros, with a 'Diana Kuno' as a bonus, but you have to stop the Military Science's pursuit of me now and later inform Arasaka that the item is in your hands so they won't keep chasing us.]
[Meredith: Quite bold of you.]
[A: But I bet you're willing to pay.]
[Meredith: Don't forget you're carrying the deaths of dozens of Military Science people, damaged several of their armored vehicles, and disrupted investments worth tens of millions of euros.]
[A: That's your predecessor's negligence. Besides, you can probably still get that investment money back from Biotech.
I guess compared to the benefits you can gain and the friendship of a team of outstanding mercenaries, these little unpleasantness are nothing big.]
[Meredith: What if I don't agree?]
[A: Cut the crap, Aunt Mei, this haggling game is meaningless to me. If you continue, I'll go to Kangtao. I'm sure Kangtao's people would love Arasaka's new stuff and a team of vanishing mercenaries that neither the Military Science nor Arasaka can find.]
A few minutes later, Meredith gave a positive response.
[Meredith: Once we have the item, we'll transfer the money to you via chip, but the item better not be damaged or missing any crucial components.
As long as we get the item and Diana, I can ensure Military Science will immediately forget today's losses and publicly display our 'spoils.'
As for Arasaka, good luck with them. Also, what makes you call me Auntie at your age?]
[A: Alright, once I'm ready, come find me. Take the item, and after interrogating her, I need to see her body. As for my age? I guess you'll soon get my ID information, so let's leave a little surprise for you.]
[Meredith: Ha, fine... You're pretty vengeful, weren't you just outwitted once?]
She secretly pieced together the situation.
Military Science had entrusted Wagako, and Wagako found this gutsy fellow A to rob Biotech. In the end, A improvised, extorted Diana, and turned the situation into what it was now.
[A: Yes, I'm very vengeful.]
[Meredith: Alright, I agree to your terms. When can you deliver the goods? I need your item to negotiate for you.]
[A: Don't rush, once we've got the person, we'll send them to you together.]
[Meredith: Okay, waiting for your news, but hurry up.]
Mercer didn't reply anymore.
What level do you think you are to rush me?
He leisurely looked around, at this moment V was lazily leaning on a chair, starting to catch his breath and recover. I must say, this guy was immensely strong.
He had activated the full-powered Sianwistan several times in one day, and now not only did he not appear tired, he actually seemed not to have had enough fun.
"Finished your chat?" V asked when he noticed the glow in his prosthetic eye had dimmed. "How much are we making from this deal?"
"At first, I thought we'd have to sell off some of Biotech's equipment to recover, but now..."
Mercer chuckled and nodded to a distant exoskeleton: "Just this thing, five million."
"Holy shit!" Dolio's eyes widened: "How much?"
Even Mann's breathing grew heavier.
Mercer spread his hand open, gesturing slightly, and then said: "According to the rules, everyone who's part of the operation gets a share, but first, we deduct 40% for team funds. You can later claim your moving expenses from me.
Once we upgrade to a bigger place, I guarantee everyone can have a room like an apartment unit."
V nonchalantly said, "Divided that way doesn't leave much for each of us... tsk, I wonder when we'll get that Sword in the Stone vehicle back."
Mercer glanced at her: "Our Sister V is well-off now, with so much money in hand, she's not even feeling it's a lot."
"No matter how much it is, it's never enough for you to spend, can you leave me a few more thousand this time?" V said, not too kindly.
Mercer spread his hands, looking innocent, while Pira laughed heartily, and Qiwei couldn't help but smile. Rebecca diverted the topic, smiling and asking him: "What's up with Sasha? How come she's not here this time?"
"She's helping us prepare stuff for tonight's operation."
Mercer explained simply: "Tonight we're going to take Diana Kuno, so Sasha is creating an opportunity for us in advance."
"Tonight? I thought we'd be staying in the safe house for a few days." Rebecca frowned.
Mercer nodded: "Everyone's going, except for taking down Diana Kuno, it's just me and V. Fewer people means a lower risk of exposure, especially as your body type and hair color are quite conspicuous."
"Again with this... my green hair is noticeable, and her white hair isn't?" Rebecca showed a hint of dissatisfaction on her face, shaking her leg as she said, "Why don't just the two of you form a separate team? Feels like we're just tagging along."
"You'll be unhappy if we really do... Alright, Pan'an sent a message, pack up, we're heading to a temporary safe house to lay low for a while."
Mercer said while looking at her; she squinted her eyes, seemingly ready to pounce and scratch him, forcing him to change the subject.
"You little rascal..." Rebecca gritted her teeth, jumping up and wrapping herself around Mercer's back, giving him a naked choke: "Next time! Next time you have to take me out on a solo mission! If you think V is so great, then I'm done with this!"