Rose

[Host, she's still chasing you,] Max's voice echoed in Lucian's head.

Lucian's grip tightened on the handlebars, his voice low and steady. "I don't have time for her right now… not like she'll even see my shadow."

With that, Lucian clicked a hidden button beneath the bike's handle. Instantly, the machine began to shift and transform, like a scene pulled straight from a sci-fi movie.

The bike's frame started to contract slightly, optimizing its aerodynamics. A hidden booster emerged from a secret compartment behind the seat, while the headlight split open, revealing a compact rocket launcher. The tires expanded, gripping the asphalt with newfound tenacity, preparing for the surge in speed.

In a flash, fire roared from the rocket, propelling the bike forward with a burst of unmatched velocity. The exhaust growled like a beast unleashed, leaving a trail of green and black streaks in the night air as Lucian maneuvered through the traffic with precision.