controlfreak commands the drone to scan the area. The drone hovers above controlfreak's head and its cameras capture a detailed view of the surroundings. They see the shops, carts, and makeshift shelters that line the upper deck of the bridge, as well as the cables and support struts that are filled with tethered shelters. The scan does not reveal any immediate threats or unusual activities. However, it does capture an image of Starla, the cyberpunk woman with purple hair, selling wetware out of the back of her custom bike.

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Zeb watches the grainy black and white video feed, which shows the view outside the hut. The same view is visible through the window. The feed shows a barren desert landscape with a few tumbleweeds rolling by.

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Roger Wilco reads the motivational poster. The AI-powered poster displays a message that says, "Believe in yourself and you can achieve anything!"

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Zeb approaches the incapacitated Corpo Guard and begins to search the guard's body. Among the guard's belongings, Zeb finds a stun baton, a handful of ammunition, and a keycard that seems to have access to certain restricted areas. The guard's riot shield, now melted and disintegrated from the laser attack, is no longer usable. Zeb pockets the items, preparing to make use of them in their quest to bash some heads.

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Zeb comments on the desert air's effect on controlfreak's voice, noting how it carries their singing to greater distances. The sound waves resonate across the vast expanse of the wasteland, reaching far-off ears and drawing attention from curious onlookers in the distance. The echoing sound of controlfreak's voice adds an eerie and haunting quality to their performance, creating a mesmerizing moment in the otherwise desolate wasteland.

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The Mechanic looks up from their work as Roger Wilco approaches. They wipe their greasy hands on a rag and give Roger Wilco a friendly nod. "Hey there! What can I do for you?"

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controlfreak considers capturing the Corpo Manager for questioning, but the manager's nervous demeanor and the presence of the vigilant Corpo Guard make it a risky proposition. The guard remains on high alert, ready to intervene at any sign of trouble. Capturing the Corpo Manager would require a well-executed plan and a distraction to disable the guard's intervention.

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As controlfreak takes aim with their weapon, they fire another laser beam at the defenseless Corpo Guard. The beam pierces through the air and strikes the guard directly, causing severe burns and incapacitating them. The guard falls to the ground, writhing in pain. Controlfreak now has a moment to decide their next action.

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The pronghorns are grazing on the tough grasses and cactus, peacefully minding their own business.

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controlfreak rummages through their hacking device and finds a tool that allows them to scan for IP addresses on the network. They enter the acquired IP address and the tool quickly retrieves the corresponding information. The scan reveals that the IP address belongs to the computer in the Corpo security hut where they are currently located.

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