Morning sunlight filtered through the glass windows of the high-rise and fell across Dexter DeShawn's face. He sat in his spacious, luxurious office, gazing out at the cityscape. Night City's lights still flickered, but the streets in the early morning seemed quiet and peaceful.
Dexter was one of the hottest fixers in the city. Nothing that happened in Night City escaped his notice. He possessed a killer's instincts and the experience to match—word on the street was that anyone who managed to do business with Dexter DeShawn was bound to rise to greatness.
Sitting across from him was his loyal bodyguard and driver, Oleg. Oleg was a tall, imposing man, with cybernetic enhancement implants in his hands and neck that strengthened his unarmed combat abilities. He was a man of few words and fiercely loyal to his employer.
"Oleg, we're going to see Susi Qi," Dexter said, his gaze still fixed outside the window.
Oleg nodded, rose to his feet, and gestured for Dexter to leave with him. The two left the office and entered the black luxury sedan parked downstairs.
Oleg sat in the driver's seat while Dexter took the rear seat. The car slowly pulled away and headed onto Night City's streets. Along the way, Dexter watched the scenery outside, his mind filled with thoughts.
He had received intelligence late the previous night. A highly formidable group had arrived in Night City, suddenly making the entire city even more heated. It piqued his interest, because he knew such a change might affect his business.
"Oleg, have you heard? A new group has come to Night City," Dexter said.
Oleg fell silent for a moment before replying flatly, "Yes, I heard."
"Who are they? Why did they come to Night City?" Dexter's brows furrowed slightly as he considered those