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"Good morning, Night City! Yesterday's body count lottery ended up with a whopping thirty! Thanks to the endless gang fights, Haywood just claimed ten. But a police officer also died, so I think you all have to pay up..."

As soon as the group brought Evelyn into the clinic, they saw Vik standing by the TV.

Hearing the sound, Vik turned to look at everyone.

"V, Alex, what brings you here? Are these two new friends?"

V nodded: "This is Judy, from the Moxes. One of our friends was remotely attacked by hackers, and we hope you can take a look."

"Oh? Attacked? Poor child, get her on the operating table."

Vik's expression turned serious.

He was once a medic and even a doctor.

Healing and saving lives held deep meaning for him.

...

I must say, Vik's skills are truly exceptional.

With the equipment here being comprehensive enough, within just half an hour, Evelyn's body was completely back to normal.

But her spirit was still a bit sluggish.

"Thank you, Dr. Vik, but I... don't worry, I'll pay back the money later," Judy said earnestly.

However, Vik smiled and waved his hand: "Don't worry about it. You're friends of V and Alex, and this wasn't a big job."

Judy opened her mouth, unsure of what to say.

The unexpected kindness made her feel that the city wasn't as bad as she had imagined.

After treating Evelyn, the four drove back to Judy's apartment.

On the way, Alex quietly sent a message to Vik and transferred 10,000 eurodollars.

Though he didn't know the full details, he was certain Evelyn's situation was more significant than Vik let on.

Vik likely understood Judy's financial situation, so he downplayed the severity, considering Alex and V's friendship.

But it was Vik's choice to be generous.

Alex had brought her there, and he didn't want Vik to bear the loss.

Not long after the transfer, a message from Vik arrived:

"Alex, do you want to apply for a membership card here? I don't offer special treatment for VIP customers."

Alex smiled, then closed his eyes and relaxed.

Soon, the group returned to the apartment.

"Evelyn, listen to me. That idiot Woodman has been caught by us. You can decide what to do with him."

As soon as Judy finished speaking, Evelyn, who had been calm, suddenly looked terrified.

She pushed past everyone and ran outside.

It was clear how much the mention of "Woodman" affected her.

"Evelyn!"

Judy quickly embraced Evelyn, comforting her: "Don't be afraid, we've got him tied up."

"You can do whatever you want, even kill him yourself..."

After a while, Evelyn gradually calmed down.

Judy walked over to the bar, pulled out a pistol from underneath, loaded it, and handed it to Evelyn.

"Go ahead, Evelyn, do what you need to."

Taking the pistol, a hint of struggle showed on Evelyn's face, but she finally gathered her courage and opened the bathroom door.

By this time, the Woodman had regained consciousness.

Seeing Evelyn enter, gun in hand and eyes filled with resentment, his face turned pale.

"Evelyn...I...I apologize."

"Don't dwell on that! I... I was out of my mind!"

"I tried my best to fix you, you can't blame me!"

"The Tiger Claws! Yes, the Tiger Claws! If I'm missing and they find out, it's over."

"Let me go, let me go, and I'll keep it a secret for you!"

...

The Woodman frantically begged Evelyn for forgiveness.

But the cruelty he inflicted—the three days of torture and humiliation—couldn't be undone with mere apologies.

And who was responsible for the suffering she endured while being sold to film black braindances?

"Go to hell, butcher."

Evelyn spoke softly, and the gun in her hand rose...

"No! No, please..."

"Bang!"

With that shot, the Woodman's voice was silenced.

His skull shattered into countless pieces.

"Ah... how long has it been?" Johnny's figure appeared by the fish tank, glancing between Evelyn and the Woodman.

"What?" Alex looked at Johnny curiously.

Who knows what he's pondering?

Johnny stood up, his voice deep and somber: "In this damned city, it's been a long time since something truly deserved happened."

"The monster that is Night City has devoured not only the consciences of the rich but also the courage and strength of the poor."

"It leaves them only to mutter 'fate's a b****' as they're treated like livestock."

"Evelyn, she's lucky to have met you, Alex."

With that, Johnny's figure faded away.

Meanwhile, Evelyn seemed to lose all her strength. She fell to the ground and laughed out loud.

Laughing soon turned to crying.

Alex, V, and Judy exchanged looks, understanding without words, choosing not to interrupt.

Letting her vent might be the best way for her to find some peace.

...

All morning, Alex and V stayed with Judy.

Evelyn finally wasn't so withdrawn, even occasionally smiling.

Seeing this, Alex felt a bit of happiness but couldn't help but feel a pang of concern.

Hiss... If Evelyn is really saved, what if Judy's relationship with him doesn't work out?

After pondering for a long time, Alex found no answers.

He decided to just go with the flow.

Just as Alex and V were about to leave, Johnny reappeared.

"Alex, it's time for us to meet Alt and discuss the oracle."

"And let's find out more about the Voodoo Boys and Evelyn."

Hearing this, Alex's lips curled into a slight smile.

"Yeah, it's been quiet lately. It's time to have a good chat with those Voodoo Boys..."