Chapter 56 — City of Ghosts
The lights of Night City burned like the eyes of a dying beast. On the rooftop of Misty's shop, Alaric stood with Judy, Evelyn, Panam, and Rogue — all of them battle-worn, but fierce.
Evelyn brushed her fingers along his arm. "We're with you, Alaric… all the way."
Judy gave a quiet nod, stepping closer to Evelyn. Her shy glance toward Alaric lingered — respect, trust… and desire.
Panam smirked. "You get us into this, lover boy… you better have a plan."
Alaric slipped his arms around all three, pulling them close. "I always have a plan."
Rogue tilted her head, sipping a flask. "Just make sure it doesn't get us all killed."
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[System Bond Points:]
Panam: +3 (Battle-ready teasing)
Evelyn: +3 (Affectionate support)
Judy: +2 (Silent loyalty)
Rogue: +2 (Trust under fire)
[Totals: Panam 58 | Evelyn 66 | Judy 63 | Rogue 39]
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Hanako's Status Update — Confirmed Safe (Secured by Arasaka loyalists post-Embers chaos, kept under Alaric's leverage.)
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Final Act Initiated — Nocturne Op55N1
With the storm coming, Alaric knew this wasn't just about survival…
It was about carving his own legend into the city's bones — and taking his women with him to the end.
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