Erik stood on the sidewalk across from the Red Lotus Lounge, scanning the area with keen eyes. He kept a safe distance, blending into the crowd of pedestrians passing by on the busy street while keeping a vigilant lookout for any sign of Achim.
The imposing bouncers, who diligently checked IDs, guarded the club's entrance and allowed only those on the guest list or with the right connections to enter. Erik knew that trying to get in through the front entrance would be risky, as he was not on the guest list and wanted to avoid drawing attention to himself. There was a backdoor behind the building, but that was even more guarded, and to enter, he had to fight his way in without the possibility of winning.
He observed the people coming in and out of the club, hoping to catch a glimpse of Achim or his girlfriend. He scanned the faces, looking for familiar features, and listened attentively to any conversations or mentions of names that might give him a clue.
The Red Lotus Lounge was as vibrant and bustling as he had heard. The music pulsated through the walls, and colorful lights illuminated the club's exterior, creating an alluring ambiance. Erik noticed a mix of people entering the club: young partygoers, well-dressed businesspeople, and even some shady-looking characters that fit the rumors he had heard about the club's association with the criminal underworld.
<Last time, Achim said he would come around 21:00, so he should be here in a couple of minutes.> Erik thought, but there was another pressing matter he needed to solve.
ραпdα n?νa| сom <System, connect to the club's surveillance system, and scan for Achim's face. Based on what he said, Achim should not have been here yet, but better safe than sorry. Besides, give me a map of the place, tell me the number of guards there, and find me an easy escape route.>
[UNDERSTOOD. CONNECTING TO THE SECURITY SYSTEM OF THE RED LOTUS LOUNGE. SCANNING THE BUILDING. NO TRACE OF ACHIM INSIDE. SENDING THE BUILDING'S PLANIMETRY TO THE USER THROUGH THE BRAIN INFORMATION INJECTOR.]
Immediately, a surge of information spread through Erik's mind. It was like he was a computer and had just downloaded some data. Like that, Erik learned every nook and cranny of the building, especially since the biological supercomputer complemented that information thanks to the surveillance system. He could anticipate the people's movements in the building and knew exactly where to go and what to do in an emergency.
Like that, Erik obtained the number of guards inside the building; there were 15 of them, all armed and in top shape.
<Entering will be relatively easy compared to what I will have to do later, but killing Achim won't be that simple with all those guards. I have an idea, though...> Erik thought.
As he continued to wait, Erik's senses were heightened. He noticed the subtle nuances of the club's patrons: the nervous glances, the hurried whispers, and the occasional exchange of envelopes or small packages. It was clear that there was more to the Red Lotus Lounge than met the eye and that the rumors were probably true.
Time seemed to drag on as Erik patiently observed the club from the outside. He was careful to avoid drawing attention to himself, keeping his movements discreet and blending into the surroundings. He checked his watch, realizing that the time had come, and a couple of minutes later, a limousine landed in front of the club. Memories of her naked figure briefly flashed inside Erik's mind.
The vehicle exuded an air of luxury with its tinted windows and polished exterior. Erik's trained eye noted its manufacturer and model, identifying it as a high-end car preferred by the powerful and wealthy. He watched as the rear door of the limousine opened, and Achim stepped out, followed by his girlfriend.
She was a striking woman, elegantly dressed and carrying herself with poise. She had a demeanor that matched Achim's, exuding confidence and sophistication.
Her boyfriend was dressed in a sharp suit, and his demeanor was confident and commanding and matched the girl's demeanor. He exchanged a few words with the driver, and Erik strained to catch snippets of their conversation.
It seemed like they were discussing some kind of arrangement or plan, but Erik couldn't make out the details. As Achim and his girlfriend entered the building, the awakener knew it was the right time to strike.
<System, keep an eye on Achim through the cameras and always tell me where he is. Keep also the guards under observation.>
The system didn't reply, but the order had been given. Erik surveyed the crowd outside the Red Lotus Lounge, waiting for an opportunity to create a diversion. His keen eyes spotted a group of unruly individuals near the entrance, engaging in boisterous behavior and causing a commotion.
He decided to take advantage of them, pushing a nearby man toward them. The guy ended up making one of the unruly individuals fall to the ground, and it was clear he was pissed.
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