After Mercer got up, Lucy had already gone out, God knows what for. He lazily went to wash his face, and picked a bag of synthetic food from the snacks he had bought earlier-strictly speaking, this was also the staple food for the lower class in Night City.
Produced by Quan Food Company, it's a vitamin supplement called 'Chaolikien'.
It's like a blob of toothpaste that he ate, the texture is like meat jelly, the flavor, well, Mercer bought the strawberry-flavored one, squeezed the 'jam' on top and ate it together, tasting sweet and tangy, pretty passable.
After filling up, Mercer returned to the computer, first checking the AI, re-planned a learning material online for it to run on its own, and then opened the email.
Among them, Rogue's message was the most striking.
[Rogue: I've got the info you wanted, sourced from a friend at City Hall, should be reliable, you can check it yourself.
Besides, you needn't worry about Fenrir's side anymore, those who are still alive won't trouble you.
Some mercenaries asked me to inquire about you, probably hoping you could provide them with online support for their operations when necessary.
If you're willing to take temporary jobs, I can give them your contact information and let them reach out to you themselves.
As for the VIP matter, I'll say, it takes time, and a lot of time to maneuver.
Considering what you want to discuss with the VIP, I must bypass everyone as much as possible to get you in touch with the VIP, you know, got to find new ways, best to create a coincidence.
In short, safety first, it's good for both of us.
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Mercer immediately replied.
[Mercer: Thanks, Rogue, I'll take temporary jobs too, but for those I'm not familiar with, I'll only offer online services, won't go on-site, and it's very expensive. If they don't accept, don't give them my info.
Also, I know you've got a good eye for people, so lend a hand, don't push rubbish to me; I won't work with scumbags.]
Then, Mercer also noticed a message from Old Captain.
[Old Captain: Buddy, all the car system hacking stuff I need is here, get it done quickly, the pay's handsome!
However, I'm quite curious, in Santo Domingo, isn't it usually Faraday who people go to as the middleman?
Even though I also do similar work, uh, but honestly, everyone still tends to see me as a car dealer.
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Mercer feels good about Old Captain, he's one of the few decent guys among the middlemen, reliable in his work and attentive to friends and subordinates.
And he's the type who's all about being amiable and profiting from peace, no fuss while dealing.
[Mercer: Because I think Faraday is an idiot, a fool who doesn't know his own limits, as long as the company throws him a bone, he'll wag his tail and lick it without hesitation.
A company dog, not qualified to do business with me.
I like dealing with reliable people, you're alright.
The program will be sent to you by today.]
There's also one from Hans from Dog Town.
[Hans: Hmm, was it you who stirred up trouble at Rebirth last night? Seems like you didn't lie— a newcomer can cause a scene at Rebirth and retreat unscathed, maybe you do have some skills.
Contact me before coming to Dog Town, I'll prepare a pass for you, and a few commissions that have been a headache for me for a long time.
Promise, each one will make you harvest plentifully.
Looking forward to your call, A.]
Mercer didn't reply to Hans's message, this old fox waited for him to decide to settle in Dog Town before greeting him, might even save on rent.
It's no problem if he finds out the location, small Dog Town, Mercer would stay there for at most two years, after which he'd definitely move his base somewhere else in Night City.
But Mercer has decided to maintain a certain distance from this old fox—he's a typical profit-driven creature, appearing affable, but actually likes everything under his control as a middleman.
Mercer doesn't like being 'controlled' by him, so maintaining a certain collaboration distance is crucial.
After handling work emails, Mercer immediately checked the information sent by Rogue.
The blueprint of City Hall's building, security layout, shift times... It can be said that all information needed for infiltration operations is here, everything one might need.
No wonder she's Night City's most badass middleman, just by this intelligence shows her skills are quite substantial.
Getting the info, Mercer didn't hesitate, immediately sent V an email, informing her of the job, it's going down tonight.
Originally thought V was still sleeping, surprisingly, shortly after sending the email, V's call came through.
"A, what's the job?"
Her voice full of impatience.
Mercer thought for a bit, said: "Let's find a place, talk in person."
He's got to prepare things for V.
Including the door card for infiltration, chips for implanting viruses and the server's virus, etc.
"No problem, by the way... what about Qiwei?" V said with a bit of headache.
"I'll transfer her 1,000 Euros later, give her some startup funds, then let her find work herself, with her hacking skills, earning ten thousand Euros a month should be possible."
After Mercer spoke, V was somewhat surprised: "I thought you planned to recruit her."
"V, I don't hold everyone in high regard, I said you're special, you have that potential.
As for Qiwei... it's up to her, if she truly wants to mix with me, we'll see."