Chapter 30: Fan Discussions

### Chapter 30: Fan Discussions

It wasn't until Fan Siwei finished reading this entire chapter that he finally reacted.

"Ah? Pira is dead already???"

Fan Siwei said in disbelief.

Although Pira often acted obnoxious and once even put his arm around Lucy's shoulder in front of David, he had never actually made things difficult for David or opposed him. In fact, it was clear to everyone that there was nothing serious between Pira and Lucy.

As a member of the team, most of the fans of "Edgewalker" didn't dislike Pira; at worst, they were indifferent toward him. Fan Siwei even had a bit of a soft spot for Pira because of his liking for Rebecca, the feisty twin-tailed girl, extending his affection to Pira as well.

However, even fans who were indifferent to Pira felt inexplicably stunned when Pira was suddenly killed off.

What is this?

A supporting character being taken out by a... vagabond?

Well, not just any vagabond.

Pira had previously noted that the vagabond had unusual cybernetics and there was even a mention of a "powerful chip," indicating that the vagabond was far from ordinary.

And the signature "eye twitch" and Mann's perception proved that the vagabond was actually a cyber-psycho!

But even so, it was still quite strange!

Especially since the first half of this chapter seemed peaceful and calm.

The protagonist had only recently joined the team; normally, this period would be the "safe zone," right?

The protagonist should gradually grow with the team and face powerful enemies later on, with the supporting characters sacrificing themselves to protect the protagonist. Then the protagonist would become stronger.

That's the usual manga formula!

However, "Edgewalker" defies conventions!

The death of the protagonist's mother was already unconventional, and now Pira's death is even more inexplicable!

Fan Siwei realized for the first time that the manga artist named Qingshan, who drew this manga, might be... a bit unconventional.

Or even insane!

And at this moment, many others shared the same thought.

...

In the "Magic City Sci-Fi Enthusiasts Group" on QQ.

Yuanli Zhi Wang: "Damn it!"

Yuanli Zhi Wang: "Did you guys see the latest episode of 'Edgewalker'?"

Yuanli Zhi Wang: "What's with this sudden death?"

Zhou Wenwei had just bought the latest issue of "Manga World GoGo" from a newsstand.

He was not a subscriber to the magazine's long-term mailing service, so he usually bought it directly from a nearby newsstand. Thus, the release schedule for the latest issue of "Edgewalker" was not fixed.

He bought the magazine and, after returning home and logging into QQ, poured himself a glass of Coke, planning to catch up on the latest episode of "Edgewalker."

However, he suddenly saw the message from Yuanli Zhi Wang.

He was puzzled and quickly typed a response.

Li Gongnan: "Who died?"

Yuanli Zhi Wang: "Pira."

Pira?

Zhou Wenwei remembered that Pira was Rebecca's older brother and the "technical expert" who had David deliver the golden arm cybernetic.

Pira is dead?

How did he die? Did an enemy appear?

The company that always wanted David?

At this time, group members had already begun discussing the matter extensively.

Seeing this, Zhou Wenwei quickly turned away and shut down his computer screen.

"No, I need to see this plot myself!"

He took a deep breath and said.

If he read the spoilers from others, it would ruin the experience of seeing the plot unfold.

He had paid for this magazine, so he couldn't waste it!

Thus, Zhou Wenwei opened the magazine and began catching up on the latest episode of "Edgewalker."

Like most fans of "Edgewalker," he had initially been immersed in the ambiguous romance between David and Lucy and the friendships with Mann and the other team members.

The first half of the chapter was warm and heartwarming, mixed with ambiguity and male friendship.

However, in the latter half of the chapter, a foolish vagabond urinating in the street suddenly appeared.

Just as Zhou Wenwei was puzzled, the next scene showed Pira teasing the vagabond and then suddenly getting his head blown off!

"Damn it!"

He was startled and involuntarily exclaimed.

That was not a vagabond but a cyber-psycho!

Then came the sudden battle scene, where, despite David's military cybernetic "Sian Weston" having powerful bullet-time capabilities, the vagabond was first shot by David, creating a blood hole.

But in the manga, only David was shown covered in blood and a blood hole appeared.

The actual blood hole on the vagabond was not depicted.

However, this was a misleading image; fans must have thought the vagabond was dead.

But when David asked Lucy if she was okay, and a cybernetic gun barrel appeared above David's head,

Zhou Wenwei broke into a cold sweat.

Damn! David didn't kill the vagabond with a headshot but shot him in the neck!

If the vagabond wasn't dead yet, David was in danger!

Fortunately, the experienced Mann dealt a heavy blow and finished off the vagabond.

Zhou Wenwei sighed in relief.

As expected from the team's older brother, he was indeed experienced and reassuring!

After finishing this segment, Zhou Wenwei finally understood why Yuanli Zhi Wang said what he did.

"Pira was killed by a cyber-psycho out of nowhere????"

Zhou Wenwei was dumbfounded.

"Why... what's the intention behind this plot?"

Zhou Wenwei couldn't make sense of it.

He turned on his computer screen, and the group chat was already in chaos.

In just a short while, there were already hundreds of messages.

Science Is The End Of Theology: "David still lacks experience, he should have aimed for a headshot."

Rabbit Obediently: "So it was a cyber-psycho? I really thought it was just a vagabond."

Galactic Empire Second-Class Soldier: "It's easy to say, but it's David's first time killing someone."

Yuanli Zhi Wang: "It seems there are many cyber-psychos in Night City."

You're The Immortal: "First time killing someone, who would think so much?"

You're The Immortal: "And who would have thought the vagabond had a big hole in his neck and was still alive?"

Online Romance Show Bird Scammed Picture: "I think this author must be mentally ill."

[Translator: sauron]

...

Zhou Wenwei hadn't seen the group so lively in a long time, even though it was a big group.

But due to the long time and life burdens, many old members had stopped participating.

Usually, only active members like Zhou Wenwei, Liang Zhiyuan, and Online Romance Show Bird, and the Second-Class Soldier remained.

But those who no longer liked sci-fi had already left the group.

Most of these old members were silently lurking and rarely spoke.

They still followed the hot topics in the group.

But today, the plot twist in "Edgewalker" had brought these old members back to life!

Hehe, I'm so happy to have signed a contract, but it's a pity I haven't had time to add more updates during these workdays. I'll celebrate with an extra update on the weekend.

Also, I've considered some suggestions from readers. Currently, I'm focusing on adapting the manga's plot since I'm still a newcomer and don't understand everything, but I will occasionally write one or two chapters of the emotional storyline. Since the main storyline is serialized slowly, there will be a plot that speeds up the serialization from bi-monthly to weekly, making it a bit quicker.

(End of Chapter)