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Ren turned the remote control in his hand, flipping through channels with different programs, most of which seemed hollow and boring. The first thing that caught his eye was a grand variety show. The famous host, with heavy makeup and a fake smile, engaged in superficial conversations with various celebrities and guests. Ren could tell that the laughter, applause, and so-called spontaneous interactions were all rehearsed in advance.
Next, he saw a reality show being broadcast on another channel. Contestants performed in front of the camera, creating various conflicts for the sake of the show's effect. Ren sighed, surprised that such programs could attract so many viewers, finding it somewhat perplexing.
He switched to a channel that specializes in selling products. Models were wearing gorgeous clothes, providing detailed descriptions of the products' functions and features. It seemed like every minute on this channel was dedicated to advertising. The background music attempted to create a sense of excitement for shopping.
Finally, when Ren switched to a news channel, his expression turned serious. At first, there were the usual dull economic reports and international news, but it quickly switched to news about Night City. The camera showed live scenes from various areas of Night City, with local police and ambulances surrounding the scenes. Reporters described the scenes with passionate tones. Every time this happened, Ren always felt a bit heavy-hearted. The public security situation in Night City has never been good, with new criminal incidents happening every day. For many residents, these incidents have become a part of daily life.
Turn off the TV, Ren shook his head, feeling nothing but helplessness. He believed that this kind of Night City really needed some changes. But where would they come from? He sighed deeply, his heart filled with unanswered questions.
Ren stood up from the couch and walked to the mirror hanging on the wall, tidying up his messy hair and adjusting his collar. His physical condition had recovered quite well, just a day of hangover wasn't enough to bring him down, but the hunger in his stomach still made him feel a little uncomfortable.
Opening the shoe cabinet, he chose a pair of casual sneakers, squatted down to put them on and tied the laces. In the pocket of his pants, he found the keys to his car, with a small Night City landmark charm attached to the key ring, a souvenir from a previous trip. Every time he saw it, it reminded him of those carefree times.
At the door, he double-checked to make sure he had his phone, wallet, and other personal items, then pushed the door open. The apartment corridor was relatively quiet, with only a few households hanging freshly washed clothes outside their doors. Walking to the parking lot, he unlocked his sedan, a simple and practical dark gray midsize car.
Start the car, Ren gently stepped on the gas pedal, and the engine of the car made a steady sound, conveying stable and reliable performance. He decided to go to a nearby restaurant to eat something first, and then go look for Samir. So, the car slowly left the apartment building and entered the bustling streets of Night City. The sun was shining, but Ren's mood was not as bright as the sunshine. He had a lot of things to solve, and the next step was to find Samir.
Ren parked the car at the entrance of "Golden Phoenix Tower". The restaurant's sign hung above the door, with a golden phoenix and ancient calligraphy. The whole restaurant was filled with an ancient atmosphere, forming a strong contrast with the high-tech, neon-lit Night City, like a quiet oasis.
As soon as he stepped into the restaurant, Ren was surrounded by the aroma of various Chinese dishes, from light chicken soup to savory braised pork, all intermingling to soothe his weary soul. The tables and chairs in the restaurant were all made of rustic wood, and the walls were adorned with various calligraphy and ancient paintings, each exuding the fragrance of history.
An elderly woman stood behind the counter, holding an abacus and busy with the checkout. She was one of the few people Ren knew in this area, and every time he came here, he could feel the warmth of home. Seeing Ren walk in, the elderly woman instantly revealed a smile as bright as sunshine and cheerfully asked, " Ren, nice to see you again! How did things go with yesterday's matter?"
Ren found a seat and responded, "Heh, I encountered a troublesome Chinese person yesterday, but it's okay, I managed to teach him a lesson." With that, he winked, causing the shopkeeper's wife to burst into laughter.
"You, always living on the edge like this. Do you know how worried I am about you?" said the shopkeeper's wife with a serious tone. Ren nodded with a smile, grateful for the old woman's consistent care.
The old woman put down the abacus in her hand and stroked Ren's head, saying, "Look, you're all grown up, but still as mischievous as a child. So, what do you want to eat today?"
Ren thought for a moment and then said, " shopkeeper's wife, let's have a bowl of beef noodles and the fresh dumplings you mentioned earlier."
Shopkeeper's wife nodded and turned into the kitchen, leaving Ren to enjoy the blend of ancient and modern atmosphere alone in Night City. There aren't many places like this in the city, but whenever he comes here, he can find a sense of belonging that is uniquely his own.
Ren was fully focused on savoring the beef noodles in his bowl, with its steaming hot broth, tender beef, and indescribable spicy fragrance that intoxicated him with every bite. However, his attention was soon drawn to the television hanging on the wall in the restaurant.
"Next, we will bring you an important news about internet security," the anchor announced solemnly as the camera switched to a man who looked quite formal, with a badge reading Regulatory oversight behind him.
The man looked resolutely at the camera and began to read, "Due to the recent frequent attacks by unknown hackers on the Night City network, especially posing a significant threat to the Black Wall, we at Regulatory oversight have decided to strengthen the supervision of the internet. We hope that through these measures, we can ensure the internet security and privacy of all citizens. At the same time, for any attempts to undermine the internet security of Night City, we will take the most severe punishment."
After the news ended, the atmosphere in the restaurant seemed somewhat heavy. Several customers were discussing anxiously, many worried about whether their internet security and privacy would be compromised. Ren thought to himself that the recent internet environment was indeed becoming more unstable, which could also mean that his job would become more difficult.
He put down his chopsticks, feeling suddenly heavy-hearted. Yesterday's mission, today's news, and the intensified regulatory oversight all seemed to foreshadow the changes that Night City was about to face.
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