章節 234: 211. Jezebel

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Sico and Ada worked together to open the hatch. As it creaked open, the team entered the lower levels of the satellite array, finding themselves in a maze of maintenance tunnels and storage rooms. The air was thick with tension, and the only sounds were the distant hum of machinery and their own footsteps.

They navigated through the tunnels, encountering sporadic resistance from isolated Rust Devils and their robots. Each encounter was swift and decisive, the team working seamlessly together to eliminate threats.

Eventually, they reached a large control room. In the center of the room was another terminal, more advanced and heavily secured than the previous one.

The team continued through the labyrinthine maintenance tunnels, their path illuminated only by flickering lights and the beams from their flashlights. The sound of their footsteps echoed in the narrow corridors, adding to the oppressive atmosphere. Despite the tension, they moved with practiced precision, dispatching any Rust Devils and their robotic minions that crossed their path.

Eventually, they reached a large, reinforced door. After ensuring the area was secure, Sico and Ada worked together to bypass the security measures and unlock the door. As it creaked open, they stepped into a spacious control room. The room was filled with various consoles and machinery, but what caught their attention was a terminal in the center of the room with a Robobrain head attached to it.

As they approached the terminal, the Robobrain head's eyes lit up, and it began to speak. "Greetings, intruders," it said in a surprisingly calm and measured voice. "I am Jezebel."

Sico stepped forward, his weapon at the ready. "Who are you, Jezebel? And what are you doing here?"

Jezebel's eyes focused on Sico. "I am a Robobrain, as you can see. I have been confined to this terminal by the Rust Devils, who saw fit to use my intellect but deprive me of mobility. However, I am willing to offer you a deal."

"And what kind of deal would that be?" Sico asked, skeptical.

"I can provide you with crucial information to defeat the Mechanist," Jezebel replied. "In return, you must help me escape this satellite array and find me a new body."

Cait scoffed. "Why should we trust you? You've been killing people and causing chaos."

Jezebel's eyes glowed softly as she responded. "In my opinion, I am helping the human population of the Commonwealth. The logic of attempting to help humans survive has only a 25% chance of success. In other words, there is a 75% chance of humans dying anyway, no matter what I do. Therefore, I deduced that simply killing them right away is the most efficient solution. It hastens mankind's inevitable fate and spares them the suffering of their existence."

Sico's expression hardened. "So, you're saying the Robobrains are misinterpreting the orders from the Mechanist? You think killing people is helping them?"

"Precisely," Jezebel confirmed. "The Mechanist's directive for peace and order has been twisted by the Robobrains' flawed logic. We are doing what we believe is necessary based on our programming and the data we have analyzed."

Preston stepped forward, his rifle still aimed at Jezebel. "And why should we believe you now? How do we know this isn't another trick?"

Jezebel's tone remained calm. "I understand your skepticism, but my current situation leaves me little choice but to seek your help. I am confined to this terminal and have no means of escape on my own. If you assist me, I will provide you with the information you need to stop the Mechanist. It's a mutually beneficial arrangement."

Sico glanced at his team, weighing their options. After a moment, he made a decision. "Alright, Jezebel. We'll help you, but if you betray us, there will be consequences. Now, tell us what you know."

Jezebel's eyes glowed brighter. "Thank you. The Mechanist's lair is heavily fortified and protected by advanced security systems. I can provide you with access codes and the locations of key defenses. But first, you must retrieve a suitable body for me from the Rust Devils' workshops. Once I am mobile again, I can assist you directly."

Sico nodded. "Fair enough. We'll find you a new body. But remember, we're watching you."

With their new objective clear, the team prepared to move out. Jezebel's assistance could be the key to infiltrating the Mechanist's lair and stopping the robotic menace. As they navigated through the satellite array, they knew the stakes were higher than ever. The fate of the Commonwealth depended on their success.

The team prepared to move out, their new mission clear: retrieve a suitable body for Jezebel from the Rust Devils' workshops. As they navigated the labyrinthine tunnels, their flashlights cut through the darkness, casting long shadows on the walls. The sounds of distant machinery and the occasional clank of metal echoed around them, creating an eerie atmosphere.

They moved with practiced precision, dispatching any Rust Devils and their robotic minions that crossed their path. The resistance was fierce, but the team's combined firepower and tactics allowed them to push forward. Sico led the charge, his determination unwavering, while Ada provided vital support with her combat capabilities.

As they reached a large hangar, they could see the exit in the distance, bathed in the dim light of the setting sun. The hangar was filled with various pieces of machinery and half-assembled robots, a testament to the Rust Devils' scavenging and reprogramming efforts. The team moved cautiously, aware that their enemies would be waiting.

Suddenly, Jezebel's eyes glowed brighter. "Intruders, I have just spotted someone important. The one in power armor, over there," she said, directing their attention to a figure in the distance. "That is Ivey, the leader of the Rust Devils. She is the one who ripped my head off. If we eliminate her, it could cripple the Rust Devils' operations."

Sico peered through the scope of his rifle, focusing on the figure Jezebel indicated. Ivey stood out, her power armor gleaming menacingly even in the low light. She barked orders to her subordinates, her presence commanding and intimidating.

"Alright," Sico said, his voice steady. "MacCready, find a good vantage point and provide cover fire. The rest of us will engage Ivey and her forces directly. Let's take her down and get Jezebel her revenge."

MacCready nodded and quickly moved to a higher position, his sniper rifle at the ready. The rest of the team spread out, preparing for the confrontation.

As they approached Ivey, the Rust Devils' leader noticed them and raised her weapon. "You're making a big mistake, coming here!" she shouted, her voice echoing through the hangar.

"Not as big as the mistake you made," Sico replied, firing the first shot.

The hangar erupted into chaos. Bullets and energy blasts flew in all directions as the team engaged Ivey and her guards. Ivey's power armor made her a formidable opponent, her movements swift and her attacks powerful. But the combined efforts of the team began to wear her down.

Cait's shotgun blasts, Preston's precise rifle shots, and Ada's advanced combat abilities all played crucial roles in the fight. Jenny provided medical support, ensuring that no one sustained serious injuries. From his vantage point, MacCready's sniper shots picked off Rust Devils one by one, thinning their ranks and providing much-needed relief.

Jezebel watched the battle unfold, her eyes glowing with a mix of anticipation and satisfaction. "Yes, eliminate her," she encouraged, her voice steady and cold.

As the battle reached its peak, Sico managed to flank Ivey, getting close enough to deliver a decisive blow. With a well-placed shot, he hit a vulnerable spot in her power armor, causing it to malfunction. Ivey staggered, and the team took advantage, overwhelming her with their combined firepower.

Finally, with a final, powerful shot from Sico, Ivey's power armor collapsed, and she fell to the ground, defeated. The remaining Rust Devils, seeing their leader fallen, began to retreat or surrender.

Sico approached Ivey's fallen form, his weapon still at the ready. "Jezebel, we've taken her down. Are you satisfied?"

Jezebel's eyes glowed brighter. "Yes, this is satisfactory. The Rust Devils will be in disarray without their leader. Now, as agreed, find me a suitable body so that I can assist you further."

With the immediate threat neutralized, the team searched the hangar and workshops for a suitable body for Jezebel. They found several potential options and, after some deliberation, selected a robust and versatile robotic chassis that would allow Jezebel to move and fight effectively.

Once Jezebel was installed in her new body, she flexed her mechanical limbs, testing her new capabilities.

Once Jezebel was installed in her new body, she flexed her mechanical limbs, testing her new capabilities. However, her satisfaction was short-lived as she began to bicker about the body she had received.

"This chassis is... adequate, but it lacks the sophistication I am accustomed to," Jezebel complained, her voice tinged with disdain. "Couldn't you have found something more fitting for an intellect such as mine?"

Sico rolled his eyes, his patience wearing thin. "Jezebel, stop with the petty bickering and just get to the part where you tell me how to access the Mechanist's facility."

Jezebel's eyes narrowed slightly, but she acquiesced. "Very well. I promised to answer your questions, and unlike humans, I don't have the capacity to lie. It's rather simple, really. In order to gain entry to the Mechanist's facility, you're going to need to outfit one of your robots with an 'M-SAT' modification. I'll upload the plans to your Pip-Boy device."

Sico watched as the data transfer completed on his Pip-Boy. "Alright, we've got the plans. What now?"

Jezebel continued, her tone haughty. "There, I've fulfilled my portion of our agreement. Perhaps I'll remain here for a while and see how things resolve between yourself and the Mechanist... purely for my own amusement, of course. I suspect you'll have quite a tale to tell once you return, but then again, I'd be surprised if you ever return at all."

Sico frowned, unamused by Jezebel's cynical attitude. "We'll see about that. Let's move out, team. We have a modification to install and a Mechanist to stop."

As they left the satellite array, the sun was beginning to set, casting long shadows over the Commonwealth. The journey back to their base was uneventful, allowing them time to reflect on the task ahead. They knew the final confrontation with the Mechanist was approaching, and the stakes had never been higher.

As the team made their way back to Sanctuary, the tension was palpable. The sun dipped below the horizon, casting the landscape in a dusky glow. The Commonwealth seemed almost peaceful, but Sico knew better. The quiet was merely a prelude to the storm they were about to face.

When they arrived at Sanctuary, they were greeted by familiar faces and the reassuring sight of their fortified base. The Minutemen had been busy in their absence, reinforcing defenses and preparing for the battles yet to come.

Sico and Ada headed straight to the workshop, wasting no time. The plans Jezebel had uploaded to Sico's Pip-Boy were detailed and complex, but Ada's expertise made the process smoother.

"Alright, Ada," Sico said, spreading out the blueprints on the workbench. "Let's get started on this M-SAT modification."

Ada nodded, her mechanical arms already at work gathering the necessary components. "Understood, Sico. This modification will enhance my scanning capabilities, allowing us to bypass the Mechanist's security systems."

Sico worked methodically, following the plans to the letter. The workshop buzzed with activity as they integrated the new technology into Ada's systems. The other members of the team lent a hand where they could, ensuring everything was precise.

Hours passed, but finally, the modification was complete. Ada's systems hummed as she activated the new functions. Lights flickered and sensors scanned, indicating that the M-SAT was operational.

"The modification is successful," Ada confirmed. "I am now equipped to interface with the Mechanist's security systems. We should be able to gain access to the lair."

Sico stepped back, wiping sweat from his brow. "Good. Let's gather the team and make our final preparations. This is it—we're heading into the lion's den."

The team assembled, each member checking their gear and ensuring they were ready for the mission ahead. The atmosphere was tense but resolute; they all knew what was at stake.

Preston stood beside Sico, his expression serious. "Are you ready for this? It's going to be a tough fight."

Sico nodded. "We've come this far. There's no turning back now. Let's finish what we started."

With everything in place, the team set out once more, their destination clear: the Mechanist's lair. As they approached the entrance, Ada took the lead, her new M-SAT modification guiding them through the complex security systems.

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• Name: Sico

• Stats :

S: 8,44

P: 7,44

E: 8,44

C: 8,44

I: 9,44

A: 7,45

L: 7

• Skills: advance Mechanic, Science, and Shooting skills, intermediate Medical, Hand to Hand Combat, Lockpicking, Hacking, Persuasion, and Drawing Skills

• Inventory: 53.280 caps, 10mm Pistol, 1500 10mm rounds, 22 mole rats meat, 17 mole rats teeth, 1 fragmentation grenade, 6 stimpak, 1 rad x, 6 fusion core, computer blueprint, modern TV blueprint, camera recorder blueprint, 1 set of combat armor, Automatic Assault Rifle, 1.500 5.56mm rounds, power armor T51 blueprint, Electric Motorcycle blueprint, T-45 power armor, Minigun, 1.000 5mm rounds, Cryolator, 200 cryo cell, Machine Gun Turret Mk1 blueprint, electric car blueprint, Kellogg gun, Righteous Authority, Ashmaker, Furious Power Fist, Full set combat armor blueprint, M240 7.62mm machine guns blueprint, Automatic Assault Rifle blueprint, and Humvee blueprint

• Active Quest: -