Cyberpunk:Gained a body of steel

"Hi, I'm V."

"Lucy, a hacker."

Compared to Peter and Jack's carefree communication, the exchange between Lucy and V seemed much more subdued. But was it really as simple as it appeared on the surface?

Peter studied V as she glanced at Lucy. The short white hair framed Lucy's delicate face perfectly, and her outfit gave off an air of understated confidence. Peter couldn't quite put his finger on it, but something about Lucy made him feel a sense of unease, even though he couldn't identify why.

While Peter was focused on Lucy, she, in turn, was looking at him. Although Peter's skin tone wasn't as pale as Lucy's, it had a healthy, sun-kissed glow that contrasted sharply with the delicate porcelain of Lucy's complexion. His silver hair and curvy figure, on the other hand, seemed to draw Lucy's attention as well.

"Hey! What are you two beauties talking about?" Jack's voice broke through the moment as he leaned in, grinning widely. "I'm Jack, Jack Wells, but you can just call me Jack like Peter does."

Jack's attempt at starting a conversation was as brash as usual.

"Lucy," she answered shortly, offering no further elaboration.

Seeing that Lucy wasn't interested in chatting, Jack didn't take offense. Instead, he happily dug into the bowl of ramen the boss had just brought him.

"Oh! This ramen is really good! I didn't expect you to find such a place, Peter."

Peter had assumed Jack was simply looking for somewhere to eat, but the ramen was far better than expected.

"Ahaha, glad you like it," Peter replied, though he didn't mention that Lucy had brought him to the shop. She might not want anyone to know that.

Jack, seemingly unfazed by the lack of a reply, dug into his noodles with enthusiasm. "Whew! This is amazing! Anyway, where are you planning to live? I saw you transferred a large sum of money just now."

Jack's voice was muffled as he hadn't swallowed his noodles yet, making it sound slightly garbled.

"Can you swallow your food before speaking?" Peter asked, a little speechless. It wasn't like this was an urgent matter after all.

"Well, I'm not sure which place to rent yet. After all, V and I just arrived in Night City," Peter said, glancing at V, who was deep in conversation with Lucy. Peter couldn't help but feel a little confused.

Why were they talking about things like cosmetics and luxury goods in this cyberpunk world? He'd never imagined such topics would come up in this environment, and V and Lucy didn't seem like the type of women who would care much about these things.

"V, what kind of place do you want to live in?" Peter asked, trying to get an answer from her.

Without even looking up from her conversation with Lucy, V waved her hand dismissively. "You decide. Don't interrupt my chat with Lucy."

Peter sighed. He knew better than to argue with her when she was in one of these moods. "Jack, do you know of any good places for rent?"

Jack's eyes lit up, and he was quick to offer a solution. "Oh, of course! I know a few great buyout apartments. You pay upfront for one year, no additional utility bills or electricity charges."

As Jack spoke, a holographic menu appeared in front of Peter, displaying four different options.

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Option 1: Japan Street Apartment

Rent: 15,000 Eurodollars

Details: Located next to the Cherry Blossom Market, this apartment features two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and an independent bathroom. The view from the window allows you to enjoy the style of the neighborhood.

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Peter looked at the listing, considering it for a moment. The rent wasn't terrible, but he found the layout too small for his liking. It wasn't ideal for him, but the design felt strangely familiar.

"Damn it, Jack! You just sent me an ad!" Peter said, realizing that Jack hadn't sent him original listings but rather copies of ads he had found elsewhere.

"Hey, don't worry about the details, amigo," Jack grinned. "Just pick the one you like. After all, the money you and V made this time should be enough for a nice apartment."

Peter couldn't help but laugh. Jack wasn't wrong. He had the money now, and he couldn't afford to be too picky.

Peter turned back to the listings and scrolled through the options.

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Option 2: Corporate Plaza Apartment

Rent: 55,000 Eurodollars

Details: Located next to the Company Square in the city center, this apartment includes one bedroom, a living room, a cloakroom, and an independent bathroom with dry and wet separation. There's also a home bar counter developed by Araba Group, with quality assurance.

The apartment is stylish and offers complete security features, making it an ideal home. The view from the bed allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Night City.

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Peter frowned as he read the description. The rent was absurd for a space that wasn't any bigger than the Japan Street apartment. The only reason for the steep price was its proximity to the Arasaka Tower.

"Forget it," Peter muttered. This place was far too expensive for what it offered.

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Option 3: Northside Apartment (Buyout)

Cost: 5,000 Eurodollars

Details: Located in the North District, this small apartment includes one bedroom and a living room. While compact, it's practical and comfortable for one person.

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Peter considered this option, but quickly dismissed it. While the price was appealing, the space was simply too small for both him and V to live in comfortably. It wasn't practical.

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Option 4: The Glen Apartment (Buyout)

Cost: 40,000 Eurodollars

Details: Located in the Heywood district, this two-story apartment offers a lower floor for living and an upper floor for sleeping. The apartment features a unique industrial design with exposed metal textures. It has plenty of space and is equipped with all the necessary facilities.

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This one seemed like a good fit. The space was large, the price was reasonable, and the location wasn't too far from other important areas in the city.

"That's the one—the Glen apartment, Jack," Peter said, making up his mind.

Without hesitation, he signed the electronic contract that appeared before him. The words "-40,000" flashed in the lower corner of his vision.

Peter winced slightly at the amount, but it was worth it. He had secured a good place to stay, and that felt like a small victory in itself.

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"So, which one did you choose?" Jack asked, his mouth finally empty of noodles.

"The Glen apartment," Peter replied, giving him a nod.

Jack grinned. "Great choice! It's got character."

Peter looked at V and Lucy. "All set. Are you guys done with your conversation?"

V looked up from her chat with Lucy and raised an eyebrow. "About time. Let's check out your new place."

Lucy nodded, giving Peter an approving glance. "It should be fine."

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When they arrived at the Glen apartment, Peter was immediately impressed. The industrial design was a pleasant surprise—exposed pipes and steel beams gave the place an edgy, rugged feel. The two-story layout made it seem even more spacious, and the view of the Heywood streets added to the charm of the place.

"This is nice," V commented, clearly satisfied with the choice.

Lucy seemed more focused on the practical side of things. "It's functional."

Jack slapped Peter on the back. "See? Told you it was a good pick!"

Peter smiled. For the first time since arriving in Night City, he felt like he had a place to call his own. It wasn't just a temporary shelter—it was a starting point.

Now, all he had to do was make sure he survived long enough to make the most of it.

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