The night feels more peaceful today, as the city pulses with vibrancy like the different colors on a palette. Aromatic smells wafts into the air, despite being surrounded by technology, the essence and culture was not forgotten.
Food still taste good, it's aroma still saturate the air, and people still eat well.
The beauty and awe around him as he strolled through the scene, filled him with a nostalgic taste that made him a bit sentimental.
Bang!
A trash can was sent flying, as it fell from the walkway, causing its content to be spilled on the asphalt.
Avalon was a bit startled, not believing that he got so lost in the atmosphere that he zoned out a bit.
Anyways, what's done is done. He bent down gradually and picked up the trash can, as he set it in it's original position.
Just as he was about to walk away knowing that the cleaning bots will clean things up, he paused. A green glow caught his attention, as he decided to investigate further.
Reaching out cautiously, his arm hovered over the object, as it appears to have a rectangular shape, and it's just about a finger length.
Gently picking it up, he twirled it around while inspecting the object.
"What could this be?
I feel like they is more to it than it appears."
He mused out loud and decided to probe it, as he tried to twist or pull it apart gently.
Click!
A satisfying feedback rang out and the cap came off, revealing a USB drive.
"Who uses this thing in this era?"
He chuckled a bit and decided to explore whatever information it may contain when he gets home.
Deciding not to bother much, he stepped into a gadget store, as all sorts of equipment was on display. From smart watches to various sophisticated products— a feast for the eyes indeed.
The interior design is quite subtle though, featuring glass panes and shelves that acts as the design itself.
"I will like to buy a smart watch, what do you recommend."
He went straight to the point, not having time for chit chat, as he glances over the various models not knowing what to choose.
The pretty sales lady with blond hair seems quite friendly though, as she excitedly gave her opinion of what she thinks might be good for him.
"Beatrix, do you copy?"
He tapped on his new Teratech smart watch, as rainbow lights pooled from the red straps into the star ice dagger display. The dagger turned red as if fed with energy.
Zing!
'Loud and clear, Avalon!'
A sharp ray shot out as Beatrix affirmed excitedly. At least they can chat more often, compared to just being in the lab alone.
"Alright, let's hail a cab."
He glanced at a blue hover car and flagged it down.
"Take me to Palopa District Downtown."
He stepped into the vehicle and leaned backwards with his eyes closed.
'Destination confirmed.
Estimated Time Of Arrival: 20 minutes.'
The vehicle's AI displayed the info on the holographic screen, as a voice rang out with that same announcement.
Pssssewww!
A harsh beam zipped past the vehicle, as it immediately came to a halt. Startled, Avalon opened his eyes looking quite confused about the chaos, as he peered through the windshield and saw groups of cyborg exchanging fire.
The air was supercharged with danger, as charred smell began to saturate the peaceful atmosphere.
He quickly jumped into the drive seat and took the wheels, although this isn't usually allowed, but in special situations like this, who cares? .
The vehicle did a 180 degree spin, as it sharply accelerated from the scene. But that doesn't seem to help the situation that much, as explosion rang out behind him.
That's definitely a confrontation between major gangs or whatever they might be, as they plunged the city into chaos.
The coordinated traffic flow turned chaotic instantly, as everyone scampered to safety regardless of the consequences.
Who could be blamed? When the will to survive takes over— consequences be dammed.
Vehicles ignited into balls of flame, as beams ripped through the air, ripping through the veil of the night with blood thirst.
Avalon quickly swerved to avoid an out of control truck, as it skidded past him. He is really thanking his lucky stars his dad forced him to take those driving lessons, else…
Sirens blared as various enforcement vehicles arrived to contain the chaos.
In the heat of the moment some modified trucks with rams forcefully ripped through the traffic, as vehicles were sent flying.
Swarms of drones were released from the rogue trucks, as the swarms sent EMP pulses behind them to disable the enforcement vehicles.
Two modified trucks headed for Avalon's direction, wrecking havoc in their wake.
When he looked and saw this, instead of being scared to death he became calm, as he entered a strange mental state. The world seems to move in slow motion all around.
"Beatrix, hack their drone and disable their electronics."
He gave the instructions, as he became incredibly focused.
'log input variable= True. Access gate 0 to 1.'
The drone swarms lost control and suddenly chased after the trucks.
Sieeew!
Sieeew!
Pulses of energy raced through the air as they chained from each of the vehicles.
Wheeled vehicles are also important in this age, as they provide more traction, and they can also stabilize the vehicle without needing constant energy output.
The trucks abused this logic to cause more chaos, but when the EMP pulses hit them, things went haywire.
Due to the momentum of the trucks, the sudden loss of power caused panic to the terrorists, as they steered erratically.
The power outage caused the steering system to be less responsive.
Screetch!
Bang!
One of the trucks flipped over, causing it to hit the back of the other truck. The sudden change in the direction caused the other truck to divert from the road, heading straight for the support beam of a flyover.
Boom!
Krung!
A direct collision caused dust and smoke to fly all around the impact zone.
Avalon stepped out of the cab, as he felt a bit dizzy and unsteady on his feet.
Suddenly a hand reached out and supported him.
"Natasha, huh?"
He guessed, knowing it's probably his so called guardian.
A flicker of surprise flashes on Natasha's face, as she wondered how he possibly knew about her.
Avalon revealed a wry smile as he stabilized himself without turning to look at her.
"Let's see the bastards that are causing all this chaos!"