Chapter 126 - 126

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Adam decided to jump on this quickly, it was not yet too late to hit two destinations if he wanted to leave tomorrow, his rented room was up tonight anyway. He was really getting tired of paying for a room everyday, it was getting tiresome, and he was spending a lot even if he was getting great value and was certainly not in need of caps, still it was just a thought in his head as he walked to Jay's shop. "Oh, Adam!" Jay said with a smile as he saw Adam coming inside. "Did you go on another run already?" Adam chuckled softly. "No I didn't. Even for me that would have been fast, but I got a commission for a job I want to get on soon, but it will likely take me out of the town for at least a few days, possibly more, so I thought I'd ask you how my request is coming along." "Ah the magnetic holster?" Jay said with a nod. "Well you only asked me to start on it yesterday so I have been working on it, but it will take some more time before it's done." "How long do you think?" Adam asked, recalculating while Jay spoke. "2… 3 days maybe? It's a custom piece, and while it's not exactly difficult to make, I want to make it to last so I'm putting in the effort for you instead of making it a rush job. I assume you'd prefer that." "Oh yes, definitely." Adam smiled. "Thanks for looking out for me, Jay." "No problem." He grinned. "Alright, then I'll come back in two or three days and see how it's coming along. Much appreciated as always, Jay." "No problem! Always good to see you, buddy!"Jay said with a wide grin as Adam turned to walk out. Next Adam headed back into the area where the CheckInn was. He still had no idea if this area had its own name, maybe the underbelly? But he was just grasping at straws at this point, though he hadn't asked anyone he had not heard anyone drop a name. What he wouldn't give for Derek to drop in from the sky and answer his questions. Upon arriving at the CheckInn and asking for the manager to grab Deccanus for him, he took a seat nearby to wait for him while he sorted through his inventory on his pip-boy screen, taking stock of all his things and making updates. Shortly afterwards Deccanus arrived. "You asked for me?" He said with a serious tone. "Yes." Adam said as he turned to look at him, putting his arm with the pip-boy down. He then reached into his pocket and pulled out slips worth 500 caps. "These are yours." He smiled as Deccanus took them. "The reward for the mission?" He asked. "I thought the reward was only 250 caps since we only brought back information?" Deccanus continued, expertly avoiding saying 'because we destroyed the vial instead of bringing it back'. "Yes, you are right, but the extra is from selling him the sonic emitter gun we found." "Ah I see." Deccanus replied and then hesitated. "Then I do not deserve half of this reward, I was not the one who found the emitter nor did I have anything to do with bringing it back." "Don't make this complicated man." Adam said, shaking his head. "Just accept the reward. We did it together, I'm splitting the money with you." Deccanus stared at Adam for a few moments and then sighed quietly, putting the caps away now. "However, giving you your side of the reward was only half the reason I have come." "Another mission?" Deccanus said, looking ready to jump into action. "Yes, actually. We were hired again by Mr. Cantelli, this time to do an investigation for him." Deccanus nodded slowly, looked to the seat next to Adam and then sat down. "Obviously it will take us out of town, but we will need to head to the Pier to begin investigating why the caravans haven't been arriving at Midway." "I do not mind. Wherever the journey takes me makes no difference." Adam let off a single laugh. "Well I'm glad you are on board." He smirked. "But we are going to leave for that in 2 or 3 days, I need my new holster for my laser pistol, however in the meantime I was thinking we could take a run nearby to make a bit of caps on the side." "I do not mind. You lead the way, I shall follow." "You don't ask many questions do you?" Adam teased, gently. "I do not see the need. If you think it wise I shall follow. If you lead us to battle, I shall fight. If you lead us to war. I shall summon the blood of Mars and bring wrath to those who would stand in our way." Deccanus said resolutely. "As much as I love that enthusiasm, and strange trust you have in me, we are partners, you have the right to contribute to our actions as well, if you ever do not want to join on a mission or think something needs to change, your opinion is valuable." Deccanus paused, not sure what to say for a moment before finally speaking up after a long silence. "I… understand… I'm not used to voicing my opinions, in the Legion it was unnecessary, as I have said before. It is… hard for me to think for myself, but I shall try." He said, pausing again to think before adding: "If I am to say something of my own volition. I would request we do not enter any more vaults. I do not like them." He said, almost hesitantly. Adam chuckled softly. "Understood, partner." He smirked as he stood up. "We will avoid Vaults. Frankly after the last one i'm not exactly itching to explore any more unknown vaults any time soon. But If I have to, I don't mind going solo." Deccanus just nodded slowly, not having anything else to add. "Alright, so with all of that said, are you good to go on a shorter run tomorrow?" "Yes, I can be ready by tomorrow." "Good, then let's meet at the front gate at say… 8am?" Adam said, this time making sure to give Deccanus an exact time so he wouldn't wait for Adam too long. "Agreed." "Good, then I'll see you tomorrow." Adam smiled and then turned around to walk away before he was stopped by the sound of Deccanus' voice. "How much… is this request paying us?" Deccanus asked, hesitant. Still unsure if he should speak up about things. Adam, for his sake, was impressed that Deccanus was putting in the effort to speak his mind. "1000 caps… for information." He grinned. "And a favor for solving the issue." Deccanus nodded slowly. "I will explain to you the details of the request tomorrow while we walk to the place I have in mind. Give us something to talk about on the walk." "Understood. Have a pleasant night, Adam." Deccanus said. "You too, Deccanus."

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