The two headed towards the outskirts of the city, laughing and chatting all the while. The original survivor's camp had split into a "sub-base" outside the city, primarily serving the collectors and cleaners working in the city ruins. Many NPC merchants frequented this area, and players often found odd items in their possession.
As the lay gamers began their daily routines, Murphy, who had just ended his few hours of sleep in the Blood Eagle Corridor, arrived punctually at his office.
Unlike other vampires who tended to be nocturnal, Murphy always carved out a few hours to sleep at night, a "little secret" of his. However, as he yawned and pushed open the door to his office, he was greeted by an unexpected visitor.
"Lady Shani?"
Murphy quickly tidied his slightly disheveled appearance, expressing his surprise:
"Why are you up so early?"
