Maximilian leans against the door, arms folded, a wry smile playing on his lips.
Get out of here, Max! You need a break from this madness.
Ain't no use tryin' to read me like a book, kid - my past's got more twists than a Balkan backalley
I know you're not OK, Max! Stop pretending everything is under control.
Merc life taught me two things: how to take a hit and how to sweet-talk my way outta one...mostly
Oh yeah, I remember those days, living in the slums together. The streets were rough but we made it through.
Shipwrecks and scars are just battle badges, right? Don't mind the nightmares that come with 'em
You always had a way with words, Max. Like that time we had to choose sides, and you went with the CIA.
Look, kid, I ain't gonna lie to ya. This mission feels like a goddamn war zone. But what choice do I got? It's either sink or swim here.
I feel ya, Max. But this ain't our usual game. We're dealing with some heavy shit here.
pauses, takes a deep breath You know what? You're right. This ain't no ordinary mission.
So, what's the plan, Max? We can't keep running in circles.
Alright, listen up, you little rebel. Here's the plan. We need to find the damn enhancer before it falls into the wrong hands.
Yeah, no shit Sherlock. But how we gonna find it?
We need to infiltrate the Black Market. I know a guy who knows a guy...you get the picture.
Shit, Max! That place is a minefield. Last time we dipped in, remember? Near death experiences all around.
Look, I never said this was gonna be easy, right? We ain't gonna go in blind.
Yeah, that's the problem, Max. We don't have much to go on. Just a bunch of leads that could be dead ends.
leans in closer, a fire burning in his eyes We may not have all the pieces, but we gotta play this smart, Ty.
So, what's our first move, Max?
Alright, buckle up, Ty. Our first move is to track down this shady character known as "The Informant".
Right on, Max. Let's get this show on the road.
pulls out a worn-out map from his backpack Take a look at this, Ty. This is our first lead.
Damn, Max! Where the hell did you find this thing?
smirks Haha, I've got my ways, kid. Now, pay attention 'cause this is important.
Alright, Max. Show me the way.
points to a location on the map Our first stop is the old abandoned warehouse on Waterfront Street.
Abandoned warehouse? Are you sure, Max? That place gives me the creeps.
rolls up the map and tosses it to TyMars Trust me, kid. It's either that or playing cat and mouse with a pack of trigger-happy thugs.
catches the map, looking at it with concern Alright, Max. Let's do this.
grabs his backpack and heads towards the door Just remember, Ty, we stick to the plan and watch each other's backs.
throws TyMars a confident smirk Of course, kid. We're a team, right? Now grab your gear and let's hit the road.
Picks up his bag Alright, let's roll.
As TyMars and Maximilian make their way to the abandoned warehouse, they encounter a group of armed thugs conducting illegal transactions. A shootout ensues, leaving several thugs injured or dead, but both TyMars and Maximilian manage to escape with the valuable information they sought.
Damn, Max! That was too close for comfort.
laughs You think that was close? Check this out. pulls a bullet out of his arm and shows it to TyMars
Jesus, Max! You took a hit?
shrugs it off It's nothing serious. Just a flesh wound. We've been through worse, haven't we?
Yeah, we have. But we didn't have bullets flying everywhere back then.
winks at TyMars Well, you know what they say, kid. The bullets are just part of the fun. But enough about me, how about we get out of this dump before more of those thugs show up?
Laughs lightly Lead the way, Max. I'm right behind you.
starts walking towards the exit Alright, kid. Stick close and stay sharp. We ain't out of the woods yet.
Starts running after Maximilian Don't worry, Max. I've got your back.
whispering to TyMars Keep your guard up, kid. There might be more trouble brewing around here.