Capítulo 230: Impossible Mission Acquired...
Afton's led through the main building of Camp McCarren, eventually reaching what should be the office of Dr Hildern. He follows the trooper as they step inside, noticing a quite attractive woman sitting in the corner of the room behind a desk piled high with papers.
He gives her a brief nod before walking into the next room, spotting an expectant looking Hildern who's resting his chin on his interlinked hands. "Ah! Mr Parker! You've decided to take the job then?" suddenly says as Afton enters the room, jolting as if he'd been sitting on a pin.
Afton raises a brow at him, "Er, I'd like to learn about the job before committing to anything, Dr Hildern." he states, still wary about the man's intentions.
His hesitation somewhat stifles Hildern's forwardness, but he quickly nods regardless. "That's fine." he coughs into his hand, "The job I have for you is one only you yourself would be able to do due to the many obstacles it presents. One of which is the heavy presence of radiation at the destination, which of course, wouldn't be a problem for you. This is the reason I requested you alone instead of with your colleagues."
Afton nods and Dr Hildern continues, "I've recently learned of a Vault that could possibly help solve the problem of plant-life lacking the ability to survive in the wasteland. I've sent a few people to observe it, and I've received a few samples... I must say, they are quite intriguing." he says, mentally adding 'But not as intriguing as you Afton.', "I need you to delve into the Vault and find any information on the strange plant-life growing there, as well as any experiments that may have been conducted by the previous Vault dwellers themselves."
A Vault huh? Afton needs to visit two more anyway to recover the ventilation components, so he could kill two birds with one stone. Not to mention he himself was interested in the research that might be held there. His maxed out Science skill already had his mind wandering to the many possibilities such organisms could present.
Though, he wasn't entirely sure on Dr Hilderns reasoning... Sure, radiation might prevent his companions from entering with him, but that didn't mean they couldn't be of use. He would rather that they work on other jobs as well, however, earning as much money as fast as possible would put them in a better position for a 'rainy day'.
"What's the pay for the job?" Afton asks, making sure to look at reluctant as possible for the best price.
Dr Hildern stills at this... Apparently he'd forgotten that he needed to pay Afton. "I-er, how much would you like for such a job?"
Afton internally grins, "Well, its a job that I could possibly lose my life in, where is the Vault located?"
"A long, long walk west of Westside."
Afton nods, "So, taking into account the long journey, risk to my life, as well as the specifics of the job, it'll probably cost around 1500 caps... Afterall, I am one of the only people around here that're immune to radiation. That is the reason you requested me." he says, turning the man's logic against him. Even if this was some sort of plot, he'd make sure to milk the man for everything he was worth.
Hildern's eyes bulge at the number, such a price was way too much for himself to personally afford, meaning he'd have to dip into the OSI funding to reach it... Not that he ever intended to pay the price of course, he nods his head, "I suppose I could work with such a price."
Afton nods, "I'll require a written contract as well if you don't mind." he says, wishing to make sure he had proof of the agreement.
Hildern squints slightly but agrees nonetheless, he couldn't reveal his true intentions so he'd go along with Afton's requests for now. He pulls out a premade contract that just needed the terms filled in, writing his signature before handing it to Afton who also signs it.
Afton nods at him, "Nice to do business with you Dr Hildern, I'll hopefully be back soon with research from the Vault." he says, walking towards the door.
"Do be safe Afton, losing such a fine spec-Person would truly hurt the NCR's future." Dr Hildern states, hoping Afton wouldn't notice the slip of the tongue... It was strange, it only ever happened when he spoke to Afton... Perhaps his excitement is getting the better of him.
Afton nods and leaves, but is almost immediately accosted by the woman in the next room. "I see your meeting with the Doctor is over, my apologies for prying but would you be willing to tell me what you discussed?"
Afton raises a brow for a moment before a grin finds its way onto his face, "Why would you need me to tell you? You seemed to be fine eavesdropping after all." he says, causing the woman to freeze. He continues, "If you wanted to be included you only needed to ask, I wouldn't mind having someone as beautiful as you accompanying me."
His words seemed to bring her out of her shock, "Erm, I-..." She shakes her head, deciding not to even reply to his compliment, "There are some things you should know about the Vault Dr Hildern is sending you to... We have already sent many people there, all of which have either gone missing or are likely dead."
Afton shrugs, "I don't mind that, it's just part of the job."
She shakes her head and frowns, "If caps are all you're interested in then I'd be willing to pay you if you manage to save anyone trapped there... I... I feel personally responsible for them as I recommended most of them to Dr Hildern, please, if you can, help them."
Afton sighs and runs his remaining hand through his hair, "Fine... Got any info on the people you sent?"
She nods, "A freelancer called Keely, she's a ghoul so I thought she'd be fine there, but she hasn't returned in weeks... Something must've gone wrong... Aside from her we hired some people called the Dowager Mercenary group, there were twelve people and all of them haven't returned."
Huh, Afton remembers the group, they'd been outside Vault 11 once he and his group had finished scavenging the place. Come to think of it, they hadn't learned anything about the Mini-Nuke bomb maker... Hm, he'd get Karl and Boone to work on it while he was busy with Vault 22, he'd get Anja to come with him as well, for some practical experience.
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Capítulo 231: Gun'Runnin
Afton returns to his companions after accepting the job from Hildern's assistant, he had numerous thoughts on the work he'd been given, but he'd not air them to his group. They would most likely wish to come with him to prevent his suspicions from occurring, or atleast to stop them when they did.
Afton was sure he'd manage without them though, plus, as the job required someone who was 'immune to radiation' he could just take Anja with him, as a ghoul she was just as, or most likely more rad resistant than he himself was.
On his way back he spotted Karl and Boone making light conversation with Anja, seems like they were doing their best to integrate her into the group. He could hear them telling stories of past jobs, their close call with Nephi and a nuclear bomb, his and Karl's run-in with the Powder Gangers, and even the time they fought 'scorpionzilla' in Camp Searchlight.
Anja herself was enthralled by the crazy adventures the group seems to have had, wondering if she'd be able to participate or just die trying. Afton walks up, interrupting the story of how Karl had first met Afton by scaring off a Deathclaw with dynamite.
"Guys, we've got a job... Or at least, I've got a job." he says, Anja's eyes being drawn towards the limb fabric that would usually cover his right arm.
Karl raises a brow, "What is it?"
"Apparently Dr Hildern needs some research recovered from a Vault infested with somekind of mutated plantlife. Only problem is the place is completely covered in radiation, making only me and Anja suitable for it." he says, causing Karl and Boone to frown.
"So you want to go with just the two of you?" Boone asks and Afton nods, the sniper continues, "Are you forgetting that Anja has yet to actually be trained in any form of combat? Maybe we should work on that before diving headfirst into danger?"
Afton nods, "I was hoping to do that during the journey to the Vault. I reckon Anja'll be a quick learner."
"What should we do in the meantime?" Karl reluctantly asks.
"Well, I've got a couple jobs I wanted you guys to handle while I was gone... We seem to have forgotten the mystery bomb maker responsible for the Mini-Nuke. That, and we need to get Anja some better equipment... I think I'd also like you two to get a feel on whether or not Motor-Runner would be a viable bounty to attempt."
Kalr raises a brow, "You know there hasn't been any word on a bounty for Motor-Runner yet right? I think the NCR wants to send in their own task force for that one."
Afton shrugs, "Regardless, that's what I want you guys to work on. Of course, if something else strikes your interest or seems more important then decide for yourselves, you're not employees after all... While I'm out I'll sell the loot we found." he says, turning to Anja, "Your thoughts on coming with me on a job?"
Anja's green eyes lock onto his own, "I want to earn my keep."
Afton nods, having felt similarly in the past. "Alright, we'll head out and visit the Gun Runners before going for the Vault." he glances to Karl, "You guys won't need Dirt-Bird right?"
Karl shakes his head, "Nah, walking's fine for us... I don't think either of us know how to drive that thing anyway." he says semi-sarcastically.
Afton goes to clap his hands together but realises he's not exactly able to... "Alright then, we have our jobs, let's get on it." he says, briskly walking out without saying another word to the others.
Anja follows him as he heads towards Dirt-Bird, the motorcycle itself still sitting exactly where he'd left it. While the NCR struggled taking care of their citizens, at least they knew how to protect a vehicle... Though, judging by the state of some of their trucks even that could be called into question.
He hops onto it and gestures towards the sidecar, Anja gingerly climbing inside herself, "You ever been on one of these before?"
She shakes her head, "No... I wouldn't even know how it works..."
Afton turns it on, causing it to give off a low hum, "First stop, Gun Runners." he states as he suddenly accelerates, causing Anja to yelp as she's forced against the back of the seat. He drives a couple meters before spinning the bike around and heading in the opposite direction, shooting a cocky smirk at the soldiers guarding Camp McCarren. "Keep up the good work boys!"
Fortunately, the journey was relatively peaceful, allowing Anja to enjoy the ride for what it is... Afton would say to feel the wind in your hair but... Anja is kind of deficient in that department. Feel the wind in the crevices of your skin that reveal your skull? Gross.
Regardless, they eventually reached Gun Runners, Isaac as always was sitting out front at the loading bench making himself busy. Though he turned to greet him as he heard the hum of the engine.
Afton gave replied noncommittally and immediately starting trying to barter with the Vendertron. He begins cycling through the various weapons the place sells to search for something that might suit Anja... He sold all the stolen weaponry from the Fiends for 800 caps, he'd checked them beforehand but hadn't found anything suitable for Anja.
He was tempted to buy her a 12.7mm silenced submachine gun, but realised she literally didn't have the strength to wield it. The gun requiring 6 Strength when she only had 4... He looked through the selection and eventually pinpointed a few she could use, the top of them being a 10mm Pistol and a 9mm Submachine gun.
"Anja, have you ever fired a weapon before?"
She shrugs, "I found a pistol once... It was already loaded and I used to it kill my captors.
Afton chews the inside of his cheek before eventually deciding, 'fuck it', and buys both a 10mm pistol and a 9mm submachine gun for her. Tossing her some holsters for the weapons after paying a 1000 caps for the lot.
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