Chapter 8 — Spider and the Web
The call came the moment I stepped out of Dex's stronghold.
Evelyn's voice slid into my ear like a silk ribbon.
"Well… looks like you passed the audition."
I smirked, leaning against the parked Quadra.
"Wasn't aware I was auditioning."
Evelyn's soft chuckle hummed through the comm.
"Oh, you were. And you didn't disappoint."
I glanced at the skyline — Night City blazing in neon veins.
"Let me guess… you calling to congratulate me?"
A pause — just enough to make it feel deliberate.
"I'm calling… because I think we should talk. Face to face."
Her voice dropped half an octave.
"Privately."
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[System Notice: Evelyn Parker — Interest +10 — Direct Contact Triggered]
[Harem Progress Checkpoint — Stage 2 Midpoint: Private Connection Opportunity]
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"Where?" I asked, keeping my tone casual.
Evelyn's smile laced her words.
"Lizzie's. After close. Back room."
I let a beat pass.
"Just us?"
Another soft laugh.
"Unless you're planning on inviting Judy…"
I smirked.
"Maybe next time."
Evelyn's voice curled like a slow flame.
"See you soon, Alaric."
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As the line cut, the System chimed.
[Side Mission: 'Spider's Invitation' — Objective: Meet Evelyn Parker in Private]
Optional Outcome: Increase Seduction Level with Physical Tease or Verbal Play]
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This city didn't just reward risk.
It demanded it.
And I was more than ready to see just how tangled Evelyn Parker's web really was.
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Romance Targets After Chapter 8 Recap:
Evelyn Parker — Interest: +70 — Stage 2: Private Connection Set
Judy Alvarez — Interest: +45 — Stage 2: Guarded but Intrigued