Volume 4: The Last Day Chapter 90 Oh, you are the famous V Zhentian, right?
Mason came to Paradise Island through the Hermes Talisman and saw that a huge transfer gate had been created. At the urging of Talia and Selena, many Amazon warriors were passing through the gate with their families to the new world.
The reason their actions were able to go so smoothly was that the two clever old aunts pretended to be under the orders of the War Queen Diana.
Especially the Lasso of Submission and the Bladebreaker Round Shield, which the queen never leaves behind as tokens of loyalty, made the fanatical and loyal Amazons have no doubts at all.
But in addition to these female warriors moving towards the Osborne Tower on the other side, some people were also moving over from the Osborne Tower.
Zha Kang was currently sitting on his zombie flying dragon and flying around in the sky, maintaining order and guiding directions while looking around among these muscular big sisters with a sly look in his eyes.
It feels a bit like "selecting a concubine".
When Batgirl, who was traveling with them, saw Mason, she immediately came over angrily.
Mason greeted her with a smile, but Barbara raised her hand as if to hit him, but she couldn't bring herself to do it, so she grabbed Mason's neck instead.
She shouted:
"You damned fellow! You came here to do such a dangerous thing without telling us. If something happens to you, how can I explain to Gordon and Bruce when I return?
That bastard Zha Kang helped you hide it from us, saying that you were safe!
Safety shit!
Judy just told me that the world could collapse at any time. You are dancing on the edge of a knife! Do you think you are so great? "
"It's OK. I'm happy to have saved another world."
Mason coughed twice and said something with his eyes squinted, which made Barbara angry and continued to use force. The prosthesis pinched Mason so that he couldn't breathe, but then the Batgirl let go.
She sighed and said:
"Next time, at least tell us in advance, okay? We are all companions, we at least have the right to know. Oh, I am really pissed off by you and Selina.
Forget it, just go over there quickly.
Mr. Hunter will be arriving at Osborne Tower any minute, and so has Judy's captain.
The big guy said he had to take time out to meet you, the "legend", and an old lady who could drink a lot kept praising you as the real legendary mercenary.
It is said that she will make you a drink named after you in her bar."
This unexpected news made Mason's eyes light up, and he immediately walked towards the transfer gate in front.
Barbara stayed here to enjoy the scenery of Paradise Island and chat with Harley Quinn about some private conversations between girls. Seeing Mason disappear in the light curtain of the transfer gate, Barbara asked Harley curiously in a low voice:
"Did you succeed?"
"Oh, don't ask, it's just a little bit!"
Harry angrily threw his baseball bat to the ground and stepped on it, then said to Barbara:
"I was already on base! I could feel Mr. K's enthusiasm being channeled by me! Damn it, the annoying heroes of this world suddenly rushed out and ruined everything.
But it doesn’t matter, I feel that Mr. K and I have a very close relationship.
Maybe I just need a good opportunity.
But, Barbara, why are you so enthusiastic about this? Mason still calls you sister."
Harley looked at Batgirl suspiciously. The strange thoughts in her eyes made Barbara sigh helplessly. She looked around and whispered:
"I just suspect that Mason may have been targeted by a bad woman, a yellow-haired girl who is said to be from hell. Although she didn't say it explicitly, her strange interest in Mason is obvious to even a bystander like me.
You need to speed up, Harry."
She urged:
"We need to get this done before Mason and the swordsman meet, lest the young man be deceived by a few words."
"snort."
When Harley heard that a bad woman wanted to snatch Mr. K from her, she immediately became unhappy. She chewed the gum in her mouth fiercely, her eyes rolled around, and she crossed her arms and pouted and said:
"Leave it to me! But I need you to do me a small favor... Come, I'll tell you my plan in secret."
On Mason's side, in the square of Area A of Osborne Tower, almost a replica of the doomsday rescue scene of the previous few days was reproduced again, attracting a lot of onlookers.
This time, the fully armed Amazon warriors who walked out of the transfer gate were obviously more eye-catching than a group of 18th-century sea refugees.
In order to prevent these super-powerful guys from causing any trouble, the old Green Goblin dispatched his most elite defense forces to guide these Paradise Islanders to the temporary residence prepared for them.
Deep in the heavily polluted sea, a transfer portal to Atlantis was also opened on an island.
Mason had no intention of transferring all 7 billion people from the old man's world to here. The environment here was severely damaged, and a doomsday wasteland could not possibly support so many people to survive here.
Therefore, he only planned to transfer the Amazons and Atlanteans here, and the rest would be assigned by Mr. Hunter to different worlds to start a new life.
"Mason, this way!"
As soon as he passed through the transfer gate, he heard a call.
Looking up, he saw the tech girl Judy driving a cyberpunk version of a three-wheeled Old Man's Electric Car waiting for him. After Mason got in the car, Judy turned the steering wheel and took him to a secret area.
She also reminded on the way:
"After hearing what you just did, the captain and the others immediately dropped what they were doing and ran over here. You've done something sensational again, Mason."
“Isn’t it just one world?”
Mason said in surprise:
"Although the Star Society has nothing to do with humans, the world transfer has happened many times before, right? It shouldn't excite you to this extent."
"No, that's different!"
Judy corrected:
“In the past, it was a collective action, with thousands of pioneer teams being commanded to advance one mission after another, but this time you almost single-handedly completed the entire process of discovering, developing, and transferring a world.
Especially the fact that you were able to directly contact the top management without going through Mr. Hunter and let them mobilize a large amount of resources to act under your leadership has completely surpassed the position of a C-level member of the Star Club.
Even A-level members can't do this, so everyone is curious about how you did it?
There are rumors that you are actually the 'illegitimate child' of a big shot in the higher-level organization, and were sent to the Star Club to 'experience life'."
"Well, that's a secret. I can't tell you for now, but I'm definitely not some damn illegitimate child."
Mason shrugged.
He was just about to ask Judy about the laboratory when suddenly a figure jumped down from a great height.
The guy fell straight down from a height of nearly thirty meters, and then made a light double jump a few meters above the ground, landing right next to Judy's car.
He was a young man with a strange and capable hairstyle, wearing a black leather jacket and carrying a black straight blade.
There was a silver pistol on his belt, which looked exactly the same as the gun in Mason's gun bag. When he looked at Mason with sharp eyes, the captain felt like he was being stared at by a wild beast.
"Mason Cooper?"
This strong man with a unique personality leaned against Judy's emergency parked car, stretched out his hand to Mason in a very cool manner, and said:
"I'm V. Morgan is waiting for you. Come, I'll take you there."
Looking at the hand that this guy stretched out in front of him, it was obviously a gesture of goodwill, but Mason raised his eyebrows and did not shake it. Instead, he said to the guy in front of him:
“Hi, V, I’ve heard your story but unfortunately, I don’t like shaking hands with male Vs. Also, is Johnny Silverhand still on your mind?
Please tell him.
I found his 'brother' in another world, and he looks almost exactly like him."
"Hahaha"
V didn't get angry because Mason didn't shake his hand. On the contrary, this cheerful Night City buddy helped him open the car door and said in a familiar way:
"Johnny has gone outside the Black Wall. I don't know where he is now. If you really want to see him, I'll make a copy of the program and send it to you someday.
But take my advice.
That guy is a real psychopath with a sharp tongue. He is of no help at all and is just whining and being cynical all day long."
V pointed to his head and winked at Mason.
"Being able to get rid of him is the only thing that can make me feel happy since the end of the world. I heard from Judy that you are a very powerful guy. How about we practice on the road?
Boxing is also fine.
I, the 'Night City Boxing Champion', won't use my gorilla arms to bully you. Let's just fight with pure skills."
He said enthusiastically:
"If I win, you will go to the next life team and work with us. We just need someone with a brain as sharp as yours."
Mason raised his eyebrows at the confusion in his words. What? Are the young people of Night City so confident nowadays?
But he didn't refuse. Instead, he looked V up and down and said:
"What if I win... Well, the knife behind you is pretty good. It's the famous knife 'Jue', right? Let's bet on it, okay?"
"OK!"
V grinned like a giant beast showing its sharp teeth. He flexed his fists and laughed loudly:
"A knife in exchange for a legend joining the gang, this is a good deal. Come on, I have already chosen the place."
He pulled Mason all the way into the underground area in front of them. Sure enough, there was a space that had been cleared. Judy was asked to be the referee. The two took off their coats and made boxing movements.
The moment Judy shouted start, V suddenly noticed a light flashing from the ring on Mason's left hand, and then his perception and search ability immediately lost sight of Mason.
At the same time, a clenched fist hit him in the face. The kinetic energy of this sonic punch knocked V's feet off the ground. He was lifted up, but was hit hard in the stomach by Mason and fell to the ground immediately.
“You cheated!”
The famous V rubbed his chin and climbed up, looking at Mason who was moving his wrist in front of him with an unconvinced look. He moved his neck and activated some incredible prosthesis, saying:
"In that case, I won't be polite either. Judy! People who are not cheating should stay away to avoid being accidentally injured."
The "friendly boxing match" between the two men is about to begin.
But in reality it was over after a few seconds.
"Night City Boxing Champion" V lost miserably. In the boxing match that lasted for ten seconds, he didn't even touch the corner of Mason's clothes before he was knocked down by the opponent's "sonic punch".
Even with the "time stop" function activated, the Sian Westin prosthesis was completely unable to capture Mason's figure. It had been proven before in Gotham that pure prosthesis acceleration could not keep up with the reaction of a speedster.
In order to prevent the two men from getting too excited, Judy, the temporary referee, simply made a "technical knockout" decision.
Of course, the price Mason paid to win the boxing match was quite heavy. He used the speed force for a full ten seconds, which put the bones in his hands on the verge of "shattered".
Fortunately, this was not a fight of life and death, otherwise after finishing this set of "Seven Wounds Fist", he didn't know whether V in front of him would be in trouble, and Mason's hands would definitely not be saved.
"How can this be called cheating?"
Mason applied ointment to his shaking hands and poured an epic healing potion into his mouth. Then he slowly said to the man in front of him:
"You didn't say I can't use equipment. I don't have the military prosthesis you have, but I have my own methods ."
"Tsk, people who can use the speed force speak with confidence."
V is not an ignorant person.
He glanced at the yellow crystal ring on Mason's left little finger, and a faint blue halo appeared in his eyes. He might be analyzing the composition of this thing or recording the battle record with the "pseudo-speedster" just now.
Although he looked unhappy, he did not have the look of unwillingness after failure.
Originally, this impromptu boxing match was intended to deepen the contact and understanding between the two sides, not to really pursue winning, otherwise he would not have said that he would not use the gorilla arm.
That military prosthesis is incredible.
According to Judy's previous explanation, the military-grade gorilla arm can punch with such force that it can beat an ordinary person into a pulp. It is a real killing prosthesis that is as sharp as a mantis blade.
"Okay, you win, the knife is yours."
The cheerful legendary mercenary took out a bandage and put it on the cut on his chin, then casually grabbed the black sheathed samurai sword and threw it to Mason.
If you lose a bet, you have to accept the consequences. The men in Night City are always generous.
Mason didn't refuse, reaching out and grabbing the heavy katana in his hands.
He grasped the handle of the knife with his backhand and pulled it out one-third of the way. The sharp blade was well maintained, reflecting Mason's slightly tired eyes like a mirror.
This thing is a typical Japanese knife, with a simple knife guard that looks very elegant, and its information label soon appeared in front of Mason:
Sleep
Weapon quality: Legendary forging items, immortal craftsmanship
Weapon characteristics: Extraordinary sharpness, cutting gold and jade, perfect center of gravity, never worn out
Weapon Effects:
1. Jiesha:
When this weapon is used perfectly, each hit has a high probability of causing [Instant Death] effect, but if it cannot kill in one hit, the destructive power of the attack will be greatly reduced.
hint!
To use this weapon perfectly, you need to have melee skills at level 8 and possess the [Sword Expertise] or [Weapon Mastery] talent.
2. Bloodthirst:
The blade of this weapon can cut the skin even with the slightest contact, so each strike will inflict the [Bleeding] status on the opponent, but be careful not to cut yourself when using it.
When the opponent is [bleeding], the knife wielder will be able to sense the enemy's specific location and increase the probability of triggering the [Instant Death] effect.
Producer : Unknown
Item Description: Cowards who only dare to shoot from a distance should not play with this dangerous killing artwork. Give it to someone who is truly capable of controlling it.
"The second barrel in your team will definitely like it."
Judy walked up to Mason and whispered to him:
"V is so precious about this broken sword of his that he would never show it to others easily. But today, not only did he carry it with him, but he also came to make a bet with you. It's obvious that he wanted to give it to you.
These rough mercenaries are like this.
They are too hypocritical to express their gratitude, so they can only resort to this stupid method. "
"You people in Night City are really generous."
Mason grinned and put the napkin into his bag, intending to find an opportunity to give it to Ertong later. He put on his coat and said to V, who was playing with a cigarette in front of him:
"I don't know why you came all the way to give me the baby, but thank you."
“This is not a random gift.”
V held up the cigarette, and Mason rubbed his fingers together to light it for him. As the smoke rose, the young legendary mercenary patted Mason on the shoulder and said:
“Thank you for helping us get rid of the sandstorm.
What that bastard did in Night City was disgusting, but it was a pity that I was already dead by then. When I came back to life the second time, my world was gone, and I was running around all the time and had no time to take revenge myself.
We believe that you should be paid for your work. Although I am not a middleman, I cannot let you work for free."
"In that case, why did you give me a knife?"
Mason wondered:
"A legendary mercenary like you should be able to tell at a glance that I don't use a knife, right? Can't you give me a gun? I think the one on your waist is pretty good."
V immediately revealed an expression that looked like he deserved a beating.
He grinned and lifted his jacket, revealing a silver Johnny Gun on his belt, exactly the same gun as the one on Mason's belt.
But obviously this one is the "authentic" one.
There are still marks on the silver gun body left by Johnny Silverhand during the fierce battle at Arasaka Tower.
“Don’t you have it?
Although the replica Judy made is not as good, it is good enough for you. Besides, didn't I just say that I always wanted to avenge my shithole hometown with my own hands? Didn't you get there first?
You've already taken my girlfriend's magic lizard away, so I'll be at a huge loss if I give you a gun."
He waved his hand and said:
"Okay, I've said everything I need to say. Go see the captain now and don't keep him waiting any longer."
The famous V stood by the window of this place, with his hands on his hips, looking at the still-operating transfer gate in the distance. He blew out a smoke ring and said to Mason without turning his head:
"Also, Captain Mason, next time you need help with something this exciting, just let me know. I'll definitely help if I'm not busy.
I've had enough of the dark days of fighting and killing in my previous life and the life before that, and this kind of life now is exactly what I want.
Salvation and hope, what beautiful and distant words...
It sounds like I want to burn a place to ashes.”
