The Maelstrom of Stardew
Year 1 (Spring)
Chapter 37 – A Last Update before the Finale [Part 3]
(Still) Friday, the 27th of Spring, 2017
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Taeko was driving his [Consegetti (Armored)]. Taeko would not really call it a car for racing, but more moving around in style. It did have mods for its brakes, engine, suspension, transmission, and armored. It kept a sleek black paintjob with a small dragon silhouette on the gas tank cover, limo tinted windows, Shadow rims for bulletproofed tires, and even had yellow tire smoke. Ruby texted him asking if his car needed a tune up, and he said yes. Now in Rockford Hills, he waltzed into a Ponsonby's as he wanted a suit.
He ended up walking into someone. For one she was nearly as tall as him, and he stepped back to inwardly balk at the airbags that were her chest. If they were natural, this woman had it made…but they probably were implants. She was your model WASP with blonde short hair, blue eyes, eye shadow, and ruby red lipstick. She reminded him of Emma Frost as she certainly had angular cheekbones.
"Sorry about that…"
She rolled her eyes.
"This is Ponsonby's, not a Pro-Laps." She said rolling her eyes.
"Wow, you must get plenty of guys with that winning attitude of yours." Taeko snarked to her surprise as he walked past her.
A few employees held back laughter as he went to the counter.
"Afternoon. Yes, I'd like to be pointed to your selection of suits. Don't worry about a budget, I can certainly pay well for it." Taeko said to the employee.
"Probably drug money."
Taeko turned to her and smirked using [Observe]. He knew she looked familiar…and he had the ammunition this time. He was about to say something only to be shoved by her daughter, Victoria.
"Out of the way, weeb. I need to make a purchase." Victoria said. "Last time I check, they don't sell stuff for samurai wannabes."
"Excuse me, but I'm not a weeb. I'm half…"
"Do I look like I give a shit?"
"No, and I'll leave you to your purchase. I'll just buy my suit someplace else." Taeko said leaving.
"Wait, you can…"
An employee wanting him to shop asked him to stay, but Taeko left the shop. He noticed that someone's fancy [Feltzer] was being stolen. Taeko could have stopped them, but let it happen. He walked back into the shop.
"Anyone here owned a bright red Feltzer?" Taeko asked. "Because it was just stolen."
From the scream and look on Victoria's face, it was clearly hers.
"Did you see who did it?" Olivia asked him.
Taeko got in his car before flipping her off and driving away. He went to Perseus to shop instead. The security guard did snark on his clothes but did express interest when Taeko remarked he wanted to get a suit. 1,200 Gold spent on a slick onyx suit with a red tie and suede wingtips.
"Looking good." The guard praised.
Taeko nodded even tipping the guard 100 Gold before leaving. He drove off passing by the other shop snickering as he saw the cops talking with the van der Meer women. He sped away for headquarters. He wondered who the new hire was as he came in. He went up to his office to put the drugs in the safe. He phoned Velma and told her to send the applicant in. In came Nani…
Both of them were eyeing the other, though Nani was a bit more obvious. Nani had to admit to herself that Kyu was on the money on him being a looker. The suit certainly helped his appeal.
He's well-equipped. Nani was inwardly fantasizing, which was rather ironic. Taeko cleared his throat as Nani's eyes went up to his.
"Sorry. I'm Nani Pelekai…and let's not make a Disney joke. I know I look and sound like her…and I have a sister…" Nani said as Taeko calmed her down.
"I didn't know Akani had relatives." Taeko thought before saying, "Ok, you're here to inquire about joining the company and the Shadow Yakuza. I see you certainly look like you can handle yourself. I'm guessing you're like the Nani from the Disney move in that aspect. I appreciate athleticism."
She playfully rolled her eyes feeling a bit relaxed. She did not help the jokes by being into surfing and swimming. She did inwardly blush at the compliment.
"But I want to ask, what drives you to join us?" Taeko asked.
Nani was honest about that. Taeko was given a simple directive by the Game that it was up to him to decide on how to handle it and there would be a potential reward or loss depending on his decision.
"Excuse me for a second." Taeko said getting out his phone.
He decided to call his mother to make a simple request.
"To I even want to ask why you want to pay this girl's tuition?" Mrs. Bellatoir-Maelstrom asked.
"This girl is an innocent victim of Joja. Trust me when I say she's safe in that school in Gran Fiero. She just needs a temporary caretaker. A foster you and I can trust." Taeko mused.
He stepped outside of the office into the pet room to give his mother a few more details on the reasons why.
"I see. I'll help you out, if anything that poor girl is stuck out on her own. I can arrange someone to look after her…in fact I have a friend in Gran Fiero. Owns a diner and he can look after Lilo. Good luck on warring it with Joja. I'll text you details later."
His mother hung up and he returned to the office.
"Well your sister will be looked over." Taeko mused. "And don't worry, you don't owe me for that. Considering my beef with Joja…and me sort of the reason you need to scramble to find a job, this makes us even."
Nani was a bit of a mix of several emotions before relaxing. She was rather touched with the gesture but noted his words.
"Wait, you were involved in…"
"Before you finish, you deserve a bit of an explanation." Taeko said before going into a bit of detail on Joja's dirty dealing and her relative's roles in it.
"Well, that explains a grand deal. Honestly, I'm not even upset considering they were pieces of shit either way. Pretty sure, Akani would have tried to pimp me out or Makani would made me pay rent by sleeping with him…soon enough." Nani said. "So good riddance to them."
"I can say this job is already yours. I just need a bit of inkling to your skillset." Taeko mused. "Any special talents?"
"I got a boating license." Nani remarked. "I'm sorry, my last jobs were waitressing or retail...so I can keep my cool."
"Can you handle a weapon?" He asked.
"My uncle did have a gun club membership so I shot at the range. He made me clean his guns because he was too lazy to do it himself." Nani explained.
"Well then, welcome aboard to the Shadow Yakuza." Taeko remarked.
"Just like that?" Nani said surprised. "Well, I won't let you down."
Taeko explained the ranking system and where Nani stood.
"As a Kobun, you're at the bottom. I can't just have you official be a member until you prove yourself or have the approval of Kyodai or the underbosses. Any questions?" Taeko asked.
"I do need to get a place to stay, and I was wondering if you set me up with an apartment." Nani asked.
"That can be down. I own the Verona Beach Apartments. Rent's 500 Gold." Taeko said. "I'm going over there on business, so I'll give you a ride."
The two left the room. Nani was surprised that even if he was a Yakuza boss, but he was rather generous. Kyu really was right, she thought.
"You'll need a weapon to defend yourself at the minimum." Taeko spoke.
"I got something. While I did have to vacate my uncle's place, I did take some of his weapons and body armor." Nani said as he laughed.
He led her to the car and drove other to the apartment building. He showed her to her new apartment as Nani put down her things.
"Still shocked your selling this place for 500 Gold, its right near a beach." Nani said.
"Oddly everyone just wants to go to Vespucci." He joked as she paid the 500 Gold. "And you'll need a cover job to earn cash. I'll have a Kyodai show you the ropes. She actually lives in this building. I'll leave you to settle in."
He did give her his number before leaving. He got a textbox as soon as he was out.
[Your actions have netted you a staggering amount of good Karma! Your gang's loyalty and morale has increased. Nani's opinion of you is quite high. Your 500 Gold bonus has tripled.]
"I'm quite impressed you went that far." Kyu said not surprising him. "Not tempting to take advantage?"
"Kyu, I did put her aunt and uncle out of the picture. Besides I'm not going to use her sister as leverage, I have standards." Taeko mused. "More useful to me as a member with willingness to work."
"That should be rewarded. You'll get something on your phone soon. Go ahead and deal with what you gotta do. I'll text you when you can send your Kyodai for her." Kyu said as Taeko nodded.
He decided to go get a snack and she let herself into Nani's apartment.
"How did it go?" She asked.
"I got in, but as a junior." Nani said. "He was kind as you said…though I might have been eyeing him up."
Kyu tried not to laugh.
"It was your fault. Why did you even tell me he had a big dick? I was thinking about it during the interview!" Nani snarked.
"Thirsting for some dick?" Kyu cooed as Nani pouted. "There's no shame in that. In fact, I have something for you."
She handed her Gold for groceries.
"I also got a tip. You want to make Kumi-in quickly? Have yourself on his mind to take you on jobs and tasks so you can prove your value. And I got a suggestion for how. You need to send him a selfie." Kyu said with a chuckle. "A sexy one…and don't worry…not in the nude."
Nani let her eyebrow came down.
"You're a surfer. You'll get his attention with a nice bikini selfie. He likes toned girls. Tell him it's a small token of thanks." Kyu said with a wink before leaving.
Nani mulled this for a moment and came to a simple conclusion. The sooner she was made, the better. And she did feel a bit indebted to him…and the idea of him pleasuring himself to it got a bit hot.
"Kyu, you pervy bitch…you're rubbing off on me." Nani said.
Taeko swung back to the building after getting a [Bag of Cocaine] from the safe. He went up to Candace's door and he saw a mission marker. He triggered it leading to a cutscene. Candice opened the door looking worried.
"You got a bag, Kiba?" Candace said before giving it to her. "Thanks, I'm stressing out. Come in…"
He came in to see she had company. A woman who a mountain beauty with the body of a pinup girl (more like an athlete) and the soul of a tomboy. Long blonde hair tied in two bangs on the side of her side. He wore clothes befitting of the country, consisting of blue overalls and a checkered long sleeved shirt underneath. She did not wear shoes. She felt like a fusion of Candace and San.
"This is him? He don't look so tough as you described him." She said in Southern drawl.
"He is. He worked for my old boss and survived working for him. This is Kiba. Kiba, this is my cousin Elly May Clampett." Candace said before taking the white ice to snort two lines.
"So, I assume you need my help for something serious." Taeko mused.
"Yes, my cousin's family is in trouble from the Red County Gang." Candace said.
"But the Red County Gang was…gutted. I should know…I was there doing the gutting with my gang." Taeko remarked.
"So, you're the reason they've gone after my pa." Elly May said hotly.
"To be fair, no idea that would happen. I also did it to get out of the meth trade and the head prick in charge. Considering if my guess is right, it's the runaway underboss. So, tell me everything." Taeko said before they explained the situation.
From what they collaborated, Taeko realized that Pennastucky was simply getting desperate for funds. She and the cronies loyal to her went to Whetstone after Elly May's father who was an underboss before leaving for the other. He was a financial backer for them in the past but cut ties. Taeko realized that was what led Marty to Ryan…and considering he is dead. It was likely Penn blames Jed for this.
"I managed to escape. I wanted to fight, but he insisted I go to you to be safe. I can fight and shoot!" She proclaimed.
"I'll help you out." Taeko said sternly. "If anything, this is my fault. I may as well just end this for good."
"I want to help. I know my pa said not to come back but I can't stay put." Elly May said. "I'm coming with."
"Fine with me. Considering I can't exactly call up my gang for this with all the cops all over on edge." Taeko mused.
[Accepted Quest]
[GTAZ Mission: The Red and the Dead]
End this madness once and for all to rid the Republic of Pennsatucky and those loyal RC gangsters! Save the Clampetts…if you can.
Objectives: Fight off Red County members in Angel Pine to save your allies!
Go to the farm in Flint County.
Fight off the Red County Members
Ensure Pennsatucky is dead.
?
?
Bonus Objective: Ensure Elly May's survives.
Spare no one from among Pennsatucky's goons.
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Requirements: Has to be completed today.
You can only take Elly May with you.
Quest Reward: 100000 Gold, Red County Takeover Will be Easier, +Favor with Candace, ?, ?
Bonus Objectives Reward: +Favor with Elly May, +Friendship with Candace is maxed out, ?, ?, [Reward dependent on ?]
Taeko did not know if Elly May's survival being optional was a good thing or not. If anything, he did not really have to worry if failing it if she died. However, he did want her to live so he'd try to keep her in one piece.
"Ok, if we're going to do this and if you're coming Elly May…you'll need some weapons. You can shoot?" Taeko asked.
"I've shot skeet and hunted before." Elly May said. "That good enough?"
"Close enough. Come on." Taeko said as the two were leaving.
"Be safe." Candace said. "And bring Elly May back alive."
"I'll try." Taeko said.
A text came from Nani with a message, 'Wanted to show a bit of appreciation, thanks again boss.', and with a picture attached. He did not open the picture just yet/
"Yo, T. You all right?" Daya said coming up.
"Daya, I'm about to go on a solo mission. I need you, Charlotte, Ling, and the other underbosses to show our new recruit the ropes. She lives in the building…right next door to you. Her name's Nani…Pelekai." Taeko said.
"Wait, didn't you…"
"Yes, but she's cool with it. Just let everyone knew I'm out on business." Taeko said as Daya nodded. "Come on, Elly."
The two got in the car driving away for headquarters. They went up to Taeko's office where he tossed Elly May his [Ninja Sandals].
"Put them on, they'll allow you to sneak around better. And wait here…I need to change out of my suit." Taeko said before calling up Velma.
"Velma, I need to ask a question if I can order clothes online." Taeko inquired.
"You can, and you can pay extra for it to be delivered to your closet instantaneously. If you don't, you have to wait until the next day. By the way, I checked on Ruby. She and I managed to get our hands on a Maverick helicopter. Used to belong the Red County Police…or really the gang. It's repainted and ready for use." Velma said.
"Thanks, V." Taeko said as he hung up.
[A [Maverick] will now spawn at the Kurokusa Hangar.]
"So, what's the plan?" Elly May said as Taeko got to his computer. "What are you doing?"
"Going to make some orders. If anything, we're going to need a few things. I'll need some clothes and so do you. They already knew what you're wearing, and we'll be looking for you…so I'll get you something." Taeko mused.
Taeko saw that the Game gave plenty of stores to shop to choose from using its service for ordering except for the Discount Store. He'd explore if he could buy other things, but he moved to Suburban to do some quick shopping.
For Elly, he ordered her an Eris charcoal hoodie. For himself, he also ordered the same hoodie, but also got a pair of camo skate shoes, black casual jeans, Rimmers Steel Aviators, a generic pair of black fingerless gloves, and an OG Fitted Cap for himself.
[Your total comes to 475 Gold. You can pay for it will be delivered tomorrow, or pay 50% extra on the bill for it now.]
Taeko inwardly groaned. Kyu and her taxation. He told her that extra cash was going to her bank account, but he paid the 713 Gold price tag. A knock at his office door got his attention, and he opened to see a delivery person. He signed it and that person left him the package before leaving.
Taeko got the second hoodie out and tossed it to Elly May before going in his quarters to change. His new hoodie went in the closet. He changed to the new jeans, fingerless gloves, cap, and aviators before putting on his equipped top.
"Eh, I'll put the cap in [Inventory]." Taeko said send the cap away for now.
He put the [V-Charger Elites] in the closet before taking the [Carbine Rifle] and [Rocket Launcher]. His swords were still on his side, and he came out.
"Come on." Taeko said to her leading her to the armory.
She was tossed [Body Armor] by him as he took one for himself.
"Take your pick." Taeko affirmed.
Elly May took up the [Pump Shotgun], [Micro SMG], a [Knife], the [Composite Endsville Slugger], and the dozen [Molotov Cocktails]. Taeko called up Bison wanting his services and he met him in the garage of headquarters. He bought some ammo, an [Advanced Sniper], and a dozen [Sticky Bombs].
"7,555 Gold." Bison said before paying him. "Thanks man."
Bison left and Elly May came down as they got in the car. He could have drove to Whetstone, but he considering that was a long drive. He decided to drive to Kurokusa and he noticed there was now a helipad. Ruby came up a bit greasy from work.
"The Maverick was repainted and tuned up. Velma suggested your emblem on the side." Ruby said as Taeko tossed her the keys to his car.
"Good work, you'll be given a small bonus when I return. Park the car, we're talking the chopper." Taeko said as he and Elly May walked to it.
Ruby got them both [Parachutes] before they got in.
"I've never been in one…" Elly May said excitedly.
"First time in myself…I only recently got my pilot's license. Literally just today." Taeko said sheepish.
Elly May had a look of muted horror as Taeko started it up. He got it airborne and off into the skies.
"This is so cool!" Taeko thought before asking Elly May for directions.
They were vague, but considering the Game was already pointing him towards it…it was only to cover himself. Soon over Flint County, he got a call from Velma.
"Velma, what's up?" Taeko asked.
"Trouble. Larry called. He and his team managed to track a bit of Pennastucky's sect. They're in of some help. Want me to send in help?" Velma asked.
"I'm actually heading in that direction. I got a lead on Penn herself, but I'm dealing with it solo. Where's the help needed?" Taeko responded.
"Flint County and in Whetstone. His group split into two to deal with them. Larry himself is in Angel Pine, Whetstone." Velma said. "What do you want to do?"
"Have a team set to help the case in Flint County, I'll handle what's going down in Angel Pine. Ensure no one of Penn's set leave alive. And text me Larry's number." Taeko said before hanging up.
He put a bit more speed flying for Whetstone. He checked the map and was not really surprised that it was a hybridization of SA and V. He did make a mental note to visit Paleto Bay. Before long, the evening sky set up as they made to Angel Pine. He landed near the Shady Cabin. He smirked seeing the [Blazer] near the cabin, glad for spawning rides. The two got out and Taeko motioned her to get on the [Blazer] as he drove for Angel Pine. With Larry's number, he called him.
"Larry Mater, its Taeko. Taeko Maelstrom." Taeko said putting in the speed.
"Taeko? A pleasure to meet, but probably not a good time." Larry remarked.
"It is. I'm on my way to help you with Penn's goons. Where are you?" Taeko asked.
"My lady and I are pinned down at the Angel Pine Junkyard, north of the town." Larry remarked. "Soon more goons in the town blocking the way. Good luck."
He quickly realized Larry was the ally he had to save. He hung up as Taeko's radar alerted him to hostiles all around a house at the end of town, which he recognized as the Angel Pine Safehouse. He parked not too far away.
"Elly May, I got to deal with some of Penn's. Stay put for now, ok?" Taeko said getting off. "I need you ready to drive off if after this we get cops, understand?"
"Yes, sir." Elly May said as Taeko got out his [Advanced Sniper].
He sneaked over to an alleyway right next to the house which had a [Body Armor] pickup he'd save for later. There were about ten goons around the building, guns out. He noticed one woman was making a [Molotov Cocktail] and he took aim. BAM! BOOM! The nine left looked in horror as the woman was fire, distraction enough for Taeko to jump over the alleyway wall to open fire with the [Sweeper Shotgun].
"Having fun, yet?" Taeko taunted dodging bullets.
There was two that recognized Taeko from the attack on Red County.
"Shit, it's him! Tupper, go get out of here and call the boss. If he's here, the rest of his-AAHHH!"
Taeko cut him with a Molotov to the face as Tupper got on a [Sanchez] racing away. As Taeko kept fighting…switching to his swords, Elly May raced after Tupper using her [Micro SMG] to shoot out his rear tire. Tupper turned with only a [Switchblade] to swipe at her only to get shot first. Taeko had to admit that he was surprised they whittled his [Body Armor] to half as he was done to the last guy.
"I'm not telling you where Penn is."
"Yeah, I already know. I'm just killing you to ensure Penn had no back up coming." Taeko said before vaporizing him a ki blast.
He snatched up the 5,000 Gold and ammo before swinging back for the [Body Armor]. He did notice he had a wanted star and looked for wheels to snag. A [Rusty Rebel] pickup truck would do as he got in and drove off with. He caught up with Elly May, who went ahead to the junkyard. To his relief, only her [Body Armor] bar went down a bit. Using the truck, he mowed down though firing at Larry, his woman, and Elly May. Taeko leapt out killing the last one with a Molotov.
"Well damn, you're an efficient one." Larry said.
"And you look like the cable guy." He joked. "Pleasure to meet."
"Same to you, meet my lady, Noelani." Larry remarked.
She certainly fit her name's meaning, but they could hear police sirens. He tossed Larry the keys to the truck telling him to head out, now. Taeko spied a [Sanchez] and got on.
"Elly, let's go." Taeko said as she followed.
He was glad for the woods covering their trails as the wanted level quickly faded before they got to the chopper. He got them airborne and off to the farm. He recognized the location as another safe house from the games. He noticed they cut off the roads to and from the farm. He had an idea and landed on the road near the roadblock.
"Don't you see his road is closed." A redneck said as Taeko got out.
"I see, but I just want directions." Taeko said before throwing a [Knife] in the eye of the redneck before shooting the other. "Thank you, weapon speed."
Taeko noticed one of the trucks…was a [Technical Custom] with a [Minigun] add on.
"Elly May, you drive!" Taeko said getting on the back.
At the farm, Penn was still holding the Clampett family hostage with her cronies. Angie got off the phone.
"We got a problem." Angie said.
"Fuck me, what now?" Pennsatucky said annoyed.
"It's the gang from last time. The Shadow Yakuza, they attacked our crewmates in the trailer park to back up Larry's crew." Angie said. "I was talking to the last one and…they shot him."
"Damn it, that blonde bitch must have gotten help. I didn't know you have ties to the Yakuza." Pennsatucky said darkly cocking a [Pistol].
"Actually, we don't." Jed pointed out. "I cut my gang ties long, long ago. And from the sound of things, the gang's all falling apart with Marty at the helm. I warned you picking him would sour things."
"I warned everyone, Jed!" Daisy Mae snapped. "And you, Dogget, got some ovaries to threaten us when we're tied…"
Everyone heard gunfire from outside and two screams.
"Eat some bullets, ya redneck assholes!"
"YEEEHHAAWW!"
"Elly May?" Jethro sputtered.
She shot him in the chest.
"You do know he was the only one who knew the safe combo, right?" Daisy Mae lied.
Pennsatucky went boiling red before dropping the gun to get a heavier weapon.
"Angie, Leanne…we're going out there. I want them dead. I want that blonde bitch's corpse to be the last thing they see before I kill them." Pennsatucky said storming out. "Let's go."
"Jethro." Jed said saddened.
"His death is not in vain…he bought us time." The old woman said before tilting her chair into the blood. "I promise we'll get her if my name isn't Daisy Mae Moses."
She slicked her arms to free herself before getting to the others.
"I need a doctor…" Jethro said.
"I can get him to the truck." Daisy Mae said helping Jethro. "Go deal with that bitch."
Outside, it was a warzone as Penn riddled the weaponized truck with bullets from a [Assault SMG].
"Shit, the gun's out of bullets." Taeko hissed before the hood of the truck caught fire. "Damn!"
Elly May and he escaped it before it blew up.
"You're outnumbered." Leanne taunted.
He quickly shoved his shade on Elly May's face before using [Solar Flare] to blind the goons around them.
"What was that?" Elly May said before he took his shades back.
"An opening." Taeko said switching his [Advanced Sniper] to snipe several out.
"Holy shit, you're took them with ease. You ever was in the army?" She asked.
"I'm a bit too young to be army. No, I just come from a family of fighters." Taeko mused as she took several out herself.
Penn got her vision back only to get shot in the back by Jed. Angie was shot in the face by Elly May and Leanne got a [Death Beam] through the throat.
"Well well, Tiffany. You're out of luck. Game's over." Taeko said taking aim.
"Fucking black bastard…they'll never accept you." Pennsatucky spat out.
"They will when I make them money. Racism tends to go out the window when diversity is profitabke. And here's a secret you'll take to the grave. Marty's dead because of me." Taeko said before he shot her. "Good riddance to bad rubbish."
"Amen to that." Jed said as Elly May hugged her father. "Thanks, son. I didn't get your name."
"Taeko Maelstrom, businessman, swordsman, monster slayer, Yakuza leader, and…recently pilot. I'm also the friend and boss of your cousin, Candace." Taeko mused. "We're going to need to clear out soon…cops will be here."
"And what will be tell them…." Daisy Mae said wheeling the truck around.
"I got an idea." Taeko suggested. "Burn the farm down, pin the blame on the gangster trash, and collect the insurance. You all are injured, and they got no reason not to believe you if you stick to the story. Once you get the money, you can maybe move elsewhere to start over."
"That's…not a bad idea." Jed remarked. "The farm is pretty much trashed thanks to him. But…maybe you should hang on to Elly May. Candice said you were a capable guy and frankly she was not exaggerating once bit. Maybe you could make a lady out of Elly May, tame the tomboy out of her."
Taeko was inwardly laughing.
"Normally, I'd complain but honestly, he would defend her." Daisy Mae said.
"So, it's settled. Elly May, grab your things." Jed said as Taeko was quiet over this.
Taeko just realized they threw Elly May at him. Once everyone got a few things (they did have to leave a few things to sell the fire story), Taeko blew up the farm with the [Rocket Launcher] as it was revealed as his next task. The story was set with Elly May having been with Candice the time the fight was going down. Taeko flew off, Daisy Mae left for a hospital with Jethro in nearby Gran Fiero, but Jed stayed behind for the police. He did have a story to sell…after all.
Taeko called up Velma to let her know what was going.
"I'll deal with Candace. You should see her right away." Velma said before hanging up.
The last objective was revealed.
[Return to Candace.]
[Bonus objective completed!]
He did just that getting back to Kusokura and get back to the armored car before racing them back to Candace's apartment. Taeko and Elly May walked into her apartment to see a police officer with Candace.
"Yes, officer. My boss was just showing my cousin around the city." Candace said.
"I see. Ms. Clampett, I regret to inform you that your home was attacked by members of the Red County gang. Your home was burned, and your family are all injured…but alive." The officer said. "I suggest you stay with your cousin."
The officer left and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
"Velma told me to cover for you…and I'm so glad you're all alive and well." She said with a happy squeal.
As she and Elly May were talking, Taeko collapsed on her couch as the mission was completed.
[Completed Quest]
[GTAZ Mission: The Red and the Dead]
End this madness once and for all to rid the Republic of Pennsatucky and those loyal RC gangsters! Save the Clampetts…if you can.
Objectives: Fight off Red County members in Angel Pine to save your allies! [x]
Go to the farm in Flint County. [x]
Fight off the Red County Members. [x]
Ensure Pennsatucky is dead. [x]
Burn down the farm. [x]
Return to Candace. [x]
Bonus Objective: Ensure Elly May's survives. [x]
Spare no one from among Pennsatucky's goons. [x]
Kill Pennsatucky before she could kill the Clampetts [x]
Requirements: Has to be completed today.
You can only take Elly May with you.
Quest Reward: 100000 Gold, Red County Takeover Will be Easier, +Favor with Candace, Angel Pine Safehouse (FT Location) is yours, [Rebel] will spawn near the AP Safehouse
Bonus Objectives Reward: +Favor with Elly May, +Friendship with Candace is maxed out, Red County Takeover Completely Assured, [Elly May] works for you now, [All Clampetts survived: +Karma, +Favor with Elly May, 50000 per each surviving member]
A quarter million gold brought a smile to his face.
"Elly May, I'm not sure if you could really live here. Not like this is a farm…or very safe" Candace said. "Wait, Kiba? Don't you have a farm?"
"Kiba? I tawt your name is Taeko." Elly May said.
"Yes, and it is. It's Taeko Kiba Maelstrom. Ironically, Kiba is my birth name…before I had swapped it to Taeko at 17." He explained. "But back to the farm thing, I do own a farm. Shadow Farm. Crops and animals, the whole she-bang."
"But you act like a city mouse." Elly May remarked.
"Country roots. I, myself, was a city mouse, but I have plenty of relatives in the countryside. The farm belonged to my Sofu…my granddad, and after he passed…I inherited it. So I run in and it's near a small town, Pelican Town. It's in Stardew Valley." Taeko said as Elly May went wide-eyed.
"The Stardew Valley?! That place is considered a farmer's wet dream!" Elly May said excitedly. "The fertile land, the clear water, and the environment. Only reason most don't move there is it's expensive to buy land."
"It is?" Taeko mumbled.
The thing Taeko had not exactly realized was while that Lewis's actions had made land in the town very valuable, and it was in part why Joja wanted to milk the area dry. Taeko shrugged citing he never asked about that.
"I'll be more than happy to stay with her at your farm! I'll do whatever you need help with, I'm good with animals too." Elly May said hugging him.
[Elly May is now your [Assistant Farmhand] and can assist with your duties. She doubles Farming XP gains (because her actions on the farm passively add to yours), halves time needed for farm animals need to mature, and reduces time needed to grow any crops by one day. Because of your [Romantic Entanglements], Elly May is set on the path similarly to San. Have fun, you lewdist. :3]
It also showed he could customize outfits, buy her clothes, and the like. The Game even informed her that a cabin for her was set up for her near the farm that had a cell phone. The number was already put in his.
"I can have a place arranged near the farm for her. My assistant can…" Taeko said only for his phone to ring. "I need to answer that."
Taeko left the apartment to answer it.
"Congrats on the new farmhand. I got a capsule home and phone set up for her." Velma mused. "I also got a call from Daya and Charlotte earlier. Seems Nani and Angel were in the fight backing Larry's guys. They approve of them both being made women."
"I trust their judgement." Taeko said approvingly. "See to it that both are updated of their new status. Thank you for your hard work."
"As you wish." Velma said before hanging up.
The phone rang again this time from Larry to which he answered.
"Woo-wee, that was nuts. Jed told me what happened…and you are a tough son of a bitch. One man army. You got rid of the last of any of Penn's influence and with the cops wanting to look for the RCG…those left are willing to put aside issues to join the Shadow Yakuza. Red County really is yours now." Larry said. "Which is why I wanted to call a meet tonight. It'll be for bosses, underbosses, advisors, investors, and captains. You can address the soldiers tomorrow."
Taeko checked the time to see it was nearing eight p.m. and asked where the meeting point is.
"The Welcome Pump Bar in Dillimore. It'll be a half hour from now." Larry remarked.
"I'm on my way…oh about your ranking. I've decided to take the chance and name you a Shategashira, an underboss. Honestly, considering everything…the remnants of the gang need a familiar face. And seeing I'm not a dumb dipshit like Marty, I know you'll do well." Taeko said firmly. "See you soon…"
He hung up and went back into the apartment.
"Elly May, I need to go to a meeting…so I'll need you to stay put. I'm leaving my car here in charge you in your things." Taeko said tossing her the keys.
The two nodded as Taeko left. He now needed a car. Downstairs, he knocked on Nani's door and she answered.
"Good work on you proving yourself, kumi-in." Taeko said.
"Isn't there a party for this stuff?" Nani asked.
"Save it for summer. I need to come with me on a job as my entourage for the night. I'll need you to dress formal. If you don't have anything, I can order a dress." Taeko offered.
"I got something. Give me a minute." Nani said before he texted Velma of what's going on.
Velma texted back that transportation would be arranged. Nani came out a in a short cyan stretch dress with long sleeves, black ankle boots, an ocean blue jacket, and a splash of red lipstick.
"Marisol wanted to celebrate with late night clubbing." Nani said sheepish. "She got me this."
Transportation arrived in the form of a [Stretch] limo with a clearly salty Aleida driving.
"Gangbanger and now the fucking limo driver." Aleida grumbled.
"Need me to be armed?" Nani asked.
"Lightly. You never know." Taeko said as Nani took her purse and her sidearms.
A text from Velma revealed that the limo was for him and underbosses. Charlotte was driving herself and so was Velma. He and Nani got in to see Leah and Gloria all dressed up in Perseus grey suits.
"Leah, you look good." Taeko said as Leah chuckled.
"Taking the newbie with you?" Gloria asked.
"My entourage for the night. Nani, your underbosses…Leah and Gloria." Taeko said taking a seat before turning to Aleida. "Get us to headquarters. I need to change into my suit."
"Yes, boss." Aleida groaned.
She passed by the place and Taeko changed into his onyx suit keeping the shades on. He dusted off the suede wingtips before he returned to the limo.
"I never noticed you changed your hair. Longer hair and dip dyeing, though?" Leah said giggling.
"So, we've taken over Red County, this is going put the Yakuza with a lot more turf. You get rid of the Amps, you'll have a massive curve around Zuzu City. With that, the Triads are moving on what was Sauseubeam strongholds. At the rate things are going…the Triads and Yakuza will be major powers of the city." Gloria mused as Woozie was calling.
"Speaking of him…" Taeko said before answering. "What up, Wooz?"
"It's all good. And I'll be returning to Zuzu City by tomorrow, and I'll be bringing something. It's race season, and I want you to have something. Let's just say I won this off someone who thought they could beat me. I'll have it delivered to you in short order." Woozie said jovially. "So, how's it going on business ends?"
"Desired Myth and the Glamour Slam is set to open in the summer. I just need to lay down claim on Red County. All good around…only the Purple Dragons and the Amps are the issue." Taeko mused.
"Sauseubeam's been fleeing. I think you may see a few blending into the Red County remnants that you'll take over. Not that it is an issue. At the rate things are going, the South Side Snakes will be no more. Just make sure help in the raiding of their stashes." Woozie remarked.
"Right. I got to go, meeting with the new add-ons. Later, bro." Taeko said before hanging up.
Woozie wondered if the people he won it off would send an assassin after him for the bike. He checked for trackers and found none which was a relief. Still, he'd keep an eye on things.
At Dillimore, the limo rolled up into the parking lot and the passengers got out. Charlotte's [Peyote Custom], Daya's [F620], a [Carbonizzare] that had to belong to Velma, and Ling's [Sabre Turbo Custom] were in the parking lot as well. Taeko and his crew walked into the bar, a rather homey-type of bar.
"Excuse me, sir. The bar is closed for a private party." The bartender said.
"That party is expecting me." Taeko mused as the bartender pointed them in the right direction.
"Taeko! You didn't tell me you had ties to the Triads. Shoot, who would think that Triads and Yakuza would be working together?" Mater said.
Taeko and his crew took a seat.
"Let me make the introductions here for everyone. Taeko Maelstrom, your new boss. Gloria and Larry, Leah, are my underbosses. Velma's my chief of staff. Ling's our sub-captain. And my own captains, Charlotte and Daya." Taeko said making the introductions. "I believe Velma came with the chart."
"Already did." Velma said showing the chart on the computer.
"Right, you'll have some new Kyodais and Kumi-in. Hope I got that right." Larry said as Megan nodded. "Good. As for your new captains: Megan Griffin, Dale Gribble, and Jeff Boomhaeur."
"Let me speak for myself and Boomhaeur. Kid, I frankly think it's a bit belittling to work for some kid who's not even 21 yet. But, I won't deny you got brass balls managing it." Dale said. "And frankly, you did us a huge favor by getting rid of Marty and Tiffany. I warned both no one in the Republic wanted meth, and I warned them that the Triads were working with a new Yakuza. They were literally like, 'Chinks and Japs would never work together.' No offense."
"None taken." Taeko remarked. "I assume the captain has business ties."
"I'm in charge of the RC police force…what's rebuilding of them at least." Boomhaeur said in his rapid speech.
"I'm really the only new captain to the scene. It's good to get acknowledgement for my talents after the credit was taken by my bastard of a father. Thanks again for wasting him." Megan said chipperly.
Larry introduced her to the investors, associates to the gang with business ties. Nancy Gribble who ran the radio station K-Dash and Vic LaRue who was the rep for the small businesses.
"Wait a second, where's Strickland?" Larry said. "He's supposed to be…"
The meeting was interrupted by Marisol and Maritza arriving and throwing Buck and another woman tied up to the ground.
"Yo boss, sorry to interrupt but we were combing the cell phones of those putas we fought in Red County. Turns these two were cahoots." Marisol said.
That got everyone's attention as Buck and the woman.
"Mind explaining?" Larry said fuming.
"With the gang falling apart, I just wanted to secure my interest." Buck said weakly.
"Anyone have a problem with me wasting the fat bastard? Because I can smell shitty boss from a mile away." Taeko said cocking his [Sweeper Shotgun].
"Do it. Hank'll may see him as a saint, but the guy's a corrupt prick who let Marty drive the gang into the ground." Dale said darkly. "Debbie ain't much better…"
"Wait! I can offer you money if you spare me. The deed to my business!" He pleaded.
"Ok, tell me where the deed is and I…"
"Actually, we have that already. Marty had a stake in it, and I had Max on a job to get the deed he's talking about." Velma chimed in. "You can waste him."
Buck pleaded. Taeko decided to have Marisol and Maritza take of it by lending his [Rocket Launcher]. Buck and Debbie were dragged out…and it was the end of them.
"Sug, you did the right thing. Though those two are probably going to keep the money those two were leaving town with." Nancy remarked.
"Meh, not an issue. I pay my soldiers well." Taeko said. "Now, let's get to business."
Cuts were discussed. Taeko was fairly pissed to know Marty was being unreasonable on cuts and Velma's reveal of Marty's handlings of it only…really made people feel less sorry for him and Buck dying. In the end after much decision, Taeko agreed to take ownership of the propane business. Even set up new tunes for K-Dash.
"I can agree to a 10% cut of profits. The others will be pleased to hear this." Vic said shaking his head.
"And I'm glad I'm still in business. Though it'll be a shock to be playing more than just country." Nancy said with a wink. "Thanks for keeping the name, Sug."
"I'll make sure things with the propane business are dealt with. Do you want to rename the business?" Velma asked.
"Blue Hill Propane." He said. "So, we covered everything?"
"I think we have." Larry said. "No, wait, there's one…"
"I got a question…how long have you even been a gangbanger?" Dale asked.
"Less than a season."
That got the Red County members silent.
"Yeah, I couldn't believe. This guy managed to bulldoze my old gang into his. Now you know how I feel." Gloria snarked.
"Well, I think I'm assured. If you're smart to get this far, you'll ride us all into the sky." Dale said with a cackle. "Just remember if you need firearms, I run all the Ammu-Nations in the county."
"There's a more important matter. Me and Velma were discussing this. Your company will be able to privatize the Red County police force. Due to the fiasco and fall apart, the government's not exactly wanting to restart it especially since Marty corrupted it. Boomhaeur's already given the ok, we just need you to openly privatize it." Larry said as Taeko got up.
"My own private police force?! Hell yes!" Taeko said excitedly.
"And unlike Joja, your company will be able to openly have it and look like a saint for doing so." Velma said as Taeko was beyond excited. "We'll get working on getting a headquarters in the area. Maybe in The Panopticon. Won't be as nice as our main but will have the armory, garage, and other pickups. It'll be ready come Summer."
"Where do I sign?" Taeko said.
Papers were signed, deals were made, and Taeko was back in limo feeling like a millionaire. The textboxes helped.
[You've absorbed the remains of the Red County Gang into your gang! Your territory has increased. [CJ's Rural Outfit] has been delivered to your wardrobe.]
[Blue Hill Propane is now a full asset! You can pick up profits from the office in [Montgomery] daily, or let it fill up to the maximum of 5,000 Gold. Remember when it's at 5,000 Gold, it will stay there until collected before refilling.]
[You now own your own [Private Police Force]! You can visit the Red County Police Department and explore it freely. You also won't trigger police attention in Red County while doing any illegal behavior. While counted as an asset, it doesn't net you collectable profits. A [Cop Uniform] has been delivered to your wardrobe. Police vehicles you can use will spawn at the station's parking lot. You can call your PPF for backup.]
[Red County businesses will pool money to see you a 10% cut of weekly profits. The check for 10,000 Gold will be mailed to you every Monday. You get a 60% discount in any store in Red County.]
[You now own your own radio station, [K Dash], you can customize the logo and playlist. Note that what you pick can influence commentary from Nancy and advertisers interested in using your station to host products. You can handle song listing from your computer or directly at the [K-Dash Radio Station HQ] in Redberry. You receive a daily cut from adverts that play on your station. 25g from every company advertised. You currently have 5 companies/business advertisings on your station. You can check your e-mail for advert requests.]
Taeko had crack open a bottle of [Ancient Fruit Wine] as he felt overwhelmed on the ride back.
"Azorium wine, anyone?" Taeko offered.
As if they would say no to high quality wine, everyone took a glass.
"Damn, Taeko. Your own police force, radio station, and your gang just grew from barely 20 of us to at least about what…250…300 under your command." Leah said playfully slugging his shoulder. "We don't have the numbers on the Triad, but that's a big leap."
"Holy shit, you fucked with one of the largest gangs in the Republic…with less than 20 people at your side. Even less…during the fight." Gloria said breathless.
"I think that's why they're willing to work with him on top of being a young investor. Neat idea of the rally. The Red Dead Rally is a pretty slick name. Sure, that Meg chick can handle mapping out courses?" Daya asked.
"She will. She wants to prove her worth." Taeko said drinking from his glass. "Regardless, I can arrange a staff for the bookstore and the bar easily now. Hitomi's going to have a real summer vacation."
"Speaking of which, how's my order coming along?" Gloria asked.
"It'll be ready and shipped out tonight. If you want to send one of your employees to pick it up and pay me, that's fine by me." Taeko said coolly. "Honestly, I could use something to eat. Anyone else?"
"I could eat." Leah said. "But you and I will be meeting up with the others to go to the saloon."
"Right. I'll need to drop with my new assistant farmhand. She's got a cabin near my farm." Taeko explained.
"You planning on banging her too?" Leah joked.
"Ironically, her dad practically threw her at me thinking I could make a lady out of her. Country people, I swear." Taeko said as he got laughs.
Aleida stopped at headquarters to drop off Leah and Taeko where Penny, Abigail, Angel, Shane, Sebastian, and Ling were waiting. Taeko went inside to change back into the clothes he had before the suit and came out.
"Guys, go on ahead to the Saloon. I need to change of some business." Taeko said getting in the limo.
"So, how was the meeting?" Abigail asked.
"Taeko will tell you, but I can step the Shadow Yakuza is building itself high." Leah said getting in her [Surano]. "Race you back?"
"You're on!" They cried.
Shane got taken up a [Consegetti] for himself given his rank got him a free ride and got his lightly customized to stand out. Penny had traded in her old muscle car for a [Gauntlet]. The group all sped off for home. Taeko, Nani, and Daya were dropped.
"I'll make sure the limo is hidden away…and repainted. It was stolen after all." Gloria remarked as Aleida drove off.
"Thank you for being my company, Nani." Taeko said paying her 1,000 Gold.
"Of course. Good night, Taeko." Nani said as Taeko went to collect Elly May and his car.
He was glad to be home…it had been a long day. Angel had texted him revealing she got a capsule home of her own now. He was not complaining at all given it gave them both space. Though, he wondered why she said she was still living in the desert…until she finds a perfect spot in town. He shrugged it off as he and Elly May arrived.
"Home sweet home." Taeko said rolling into the garage.
Tom and Logan came running up as he got out. He hugged his pets.
"Elly May, these are my pets. Dog's Logan, and the cat's Tom." Taeko said as Elly May got out with her things.
"They're adorable. So, am I staying that fancy farmhouse?" She asked.
"No, you got your own place. Follow me." Taeko said.
The cabin was a short walk on a path to a forested area where the capsule house was. Next to it was a garage with a [Rebel] pickup truck. Taeko showed her inside…
"It's so white." Elly May said. "And shiny."
"Yeah, capsule homes are designed for modern comforts that can be placed anywhere. Has your own kitchen, bathroom, living room, and bedroom. And here." Taeko said giving her a cell phone. "This for you to keep in contact. My number's on it. With that, I'll leave you to unpack. Night."
"Night." Elly May said before he left.
While Elly May was a country mouse, there were a few modern comforts he wanted more often. To which she could have now. A hot bath, uninterrupted!
Taeko walked out noticing the decent sized pond and fence around the place rather glad this was all set up. Taeko finally got to the Stardrop Saloon.
"Ay, Taeko!" Gus said happily. "Your friends are waiting."
"Not anymore." Taeko said before tossing Gus a wine bottle. "For you and the wife to relax after work."
"Azorium wine?" Cosette said excitedly. "Oh, you spoil us!"
[You gave Gus a Liked gift! +45 Friendship Points gained!]
He joined his friends who slid him a plate of [Pizza] to which he quickly wolved down. Abigail wanted details.
"Aside from netting some new profits, my company has its own police force which I plan to get an officer to hang around the town to help out. I just need to let Lewis know." Taeko mused. "But let me tell you about the chaos with Penn."
He had learned that Abigail had fought in Red County, and he told on what happened with Penn. He did keep most of the details with Elly May to himself not wanting prying ears to hear that. However, he did mention some more about the meeting.
"So, you got your own radio station? Dude, you got songs in mind?" Abigail asked excitedly.
"Alice in Chains, Ice Cube, some rock, a bit of metal, some jazz, def some video game BGMs. I'm also looking for advertisers." Taeko said between slices of [Pizza]. "I'll answer those requests by e-mail."
"I'll make sure to contact with you on that." Ling remarked.
"Either way, a round of [Beer] on me." Maru said as Emily came with mugs for them.
"Penny, I figured you wouldn't want one." Taeko said.
"Drinks for me are for special occasions. After everything that's happened, I'll have a drink to that." Penny said as they clinked glasses.
Sam had walked in joining in late asking on what was going on.
"Oh, just business and gang business." Taeko teased.
"At this point, I'm considering joining the Yakuza or looking for another job." Sam said sighing. "Morris is raw-dogging us…not like that. He's all up on us for getting selling memberships."
"Well, I'm planning on filing in for vacation which thanked to the amount of unpaid overtime Morris thrusted on us well be paid. So, for the Summer I can relax and set up my business. Then the Summer ends, and I quit." Shane said surprising everyone.
Eventually, the group left the Saloon seeing it was close to 10:30 p.m. and the Flower Dance was tomorrow. Sebastian and Ling headed back to the apartment in the city as Leah, Shane, and Taeko were walking along to the woods together.
"So, you really want to quit?" Taeko said.
"Yeah, I do. I want to stick it to that chump Morris. I just need to bid time and pool cash. I do want to be an egg farmer and care for my chickens. But I'm not going to deny that the Sanford Ranch needs a butcher's shop to sell off the excess meat. Which is why I want to temporarily be on call for jobs. Angel mentioned raids you were going on." Shane remarked.
"Shane, if you want to get in the underground to make your money. We'll help out." Leah said. "We're your friends."
"First and foremost." Taeko said with a grin. "Besides, considering I'm practically owning all of RC, I can lay the groundwork to get the Sanford Ranch a butchery. All you'd need is cash to fund it and staff. Luckily, the aftermath of that chaos has left many unemployed…and on unemployment checks. Honestly, drive around Red County and see if you can find a good spot. And here."
Taeko gave him and Leah the last two bottles of wine.
[You give Shane a Loved Gift! +80 Friendship Points added!]
Taeko quietly took his leave returning home. He went over to his laptop and checked on the playlist for [K-Dash], finding mostly country. He added several songs.
[Songs to Be Added]
Alice in Chains – Them Bones
Cult of Personality – Living Personality
Welcome to the Jungle – Guns N' Roses
Welcome to the Jungle – Sweet Child o' Mine
Eurythmics, Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
George Thorogood & The Destroyers – Bad to the Bone
Stuart Hart & Tony Eicher – The Lost and the Damned Theme
Michael Hunter – Soviet Connection
Ozzy Osbourne – Crazy Train
Amoeba – Adolescents
CNN ft. M.O.P – Stomp the Shit out of You
The Refreshments – Yahoos and Triangles
Nujabes – F.I.L.O
Thelonius Coltrane – Bang My Head
Thelonius Coltrane – Flying China Town
Carpenter Brut – Hang 'Em All
Carpenter Brut – Turbo Killer
Good Charlotte – The Anthem
It was a start and Nancy's commentary was going to be rather interesting to hear in the morning. He noticed a few other e-mails being updates for fics and other series he was following. There was one for Strickland Propane and he opened it.
[From: ironliz ]
[Subject: Taking over the business]
[I heard of what happened with my former husband. Don't fret, I'm only angry at myself for not divorcing him sooner. I wanted to send you over the information on the status of things, employees, and all of that. Once the insurance policy pays out, I'm leaving the county…possibly the country. I'll, however, be keeping a stake in the company. Good luck, kid. – Elizabeth Strickland]
He replied thanking her and saying he had no problem with her keeping a stake. He did have to look through the employee records, the files that the dead Strickland had, and notes Elizabeth had for him.
"Let's see. Pretty much all the cano-Oh fuck me, what's she doing working there?" Taeko snarled seeing a certain name.
Leanne Platter. According to Elizabeth's notes, she and Strickland were involved. And somehow had a higher position than the guy who's an expert in propane. He was not the biggest fan of Hank Hill, but that was unacceptable. Leanne pretty much had a pile of fire-able offenses but was not fired because of gang ties being among the few made women during Marty's run. Well now that he was in charge, he quite calmly put in the notice of termination for her and a notice of promotion for Hank.
He moved on breezing through the others. Some of the people did have some useful talents. Enquire was good for making explosives and nitrous oxide with propane. Donna was a decent hacker among other things. Then he got to Hank…and Elizabeth's note told quite a story. He did have to do his own research to complete the puzzle.
Frankly, he figured that Peggy Hill would die because of her egotism and her know-nothing-it-all attitude. He was not surprised she had nearly got a chunk of the gang's funds in a deal gone bad with the Salvadorans. Considering, according to the article he researched, several Salvadorans were among the dead alongside Peggy Hill, Mark Buckley, and Lucky Kleinschmidt. He remembered Dale mentioning how he become captain. He was paranoid over the deal Peggy got with the gang in question, but apparently Marty told him to go with her to do the deal and if he was right, he'd make him captain. The funny thing was Dale admitted to Taeko that he was wrong on who would jump them. Dale assumed the Triads, but it was not them. The money had been lost, but Dale had escaped with the drugs. Gloria had revealed on the limo ride that it was her and the Zorras who ambushed them as Peggy used to shop at the bodega
"So, it seems Marty found out Hank was covering up for Peggy's screw ups." Taeko said reading on. "Wouldn't be shocked…it shot down Marty's desire to make him captain. At least he kept him around. And I don't have to deal with three pains in the ass."
Last on the notes was Tammi Duvall. She had ties to prostitution and was a friend of Misty's. She was offered a shot to be made but turned it down.
"Shoot, I need to order a dress for Elly May for tomorrow." Taeko remarked proving to go online shopping.
A few basic bras and panties alongside a cream dress and cowboy boots. He paid 147 Gold for that before shopping for himself. While Binco and the Discount Store did share the same stock, Binco had the stock from the OG San Andreas and stock from the Russian Shop. He bought a black tank top, black du-rag, blue jeans, urban camo pants, a sand-colored flight jacket, and dark Hinterland boots totaling 190 Gold. He paid up not paying extra for delivery. He could wait for tomorrow. He made sure to collect the syrups, resins, and honeys before loading up several of the machines in the shed. He took out the [Cheeses] from the press and put them in the fridge. He texted Lewis to take the two [Cheeses] he'd packaged near the Selling Bin to be taken to the Mullners. Attached to the box was a note to just have the money for him at the Flower Dance. Taeko changed off into his sleepwear, put his things away, and plopped down on his bed ready to sleep only to remember Nani texted him a picture. He took a look at that picture…and he wished he had not. Going to sleep with a raging stiff? Not fun.
….
[BONUS CUTSCENE DETECTED. PLAYING BACK…]
[Palomino Avenue, Grapeseed]
The Hill house was still rather active even at the late night. Hank, Bill, Dale, and Boomhaeur all leaned on the fence in front of home having beers.
"I met some of Taeko's made women in Flint helping us fight off the traitors." Bill said with a chuckle. "They're pretty good."
"So…how was the meeting? I kind of want a feel for this new kid on the block." Hank remarked with a sip. "Can't believe some kid took over so easily."
"Hank, let's be realistic for a moment…what Taeko has done is proven Marty's poor decisions came back to bite him in the ass. He let himself getting played the Madozu twins, failed to see his underboss would have been on board with stabbing him in the back, and so much more. Part of me is siding with Taeko out of guilt for not doing much about Cindy." Dale said with a dry drag of his Redwood cigarette.
Hank looked confused until Bill had to spell it out that Marty was abusive to her.
"Hank, it was as obvious as Buck's womanizing."
The men noticed Tammi coming up.
"Why do you even think Leanne's above you in rank despise you doing all the work?" Tammi said taking a beer. "She was sucking him off."
"Bwhaa…what?" Hank said horrified.
"Yeah, Buck tried to skip town with a lot of cash and turns out he was in cahoots with Penn's group. Two of Taeko's kumi-in caught them." Dale remarked.
"Kumi-in?" Hank asked.
"It's a Yakuza rank. Basically, it's a solider…a made man…or well…made woman." Boomhaeur clarified. "They were blown up with a [Rocket Launcher]."
"So…who's going to take over the business?" Hank asked only to get silence. "Oh no…"
"Yeah. Miz Liz agreed to it…so Strickland Propane is now Blue Hill Propane." Dale said as Hank dropped his beer. "Look on the bright side, Leanne is definitely going to get sacked, and you'll get promoted."
"You'd think you'd be happy about it." Dale said.
He was…but he was afraid of changes fearing the worst.
[STATS]
Taeko Kiba Maelstrom
Occupation: Farmer/Oyabun
HP: 1290/1290
Energy: 1220/1220
Overall Level: Planter
Farming Skill Level: 7
Mining Skill Level: 5
Foraging Skill Level: 10
Fishing Skill Level: 6
Combat Skill Level: 10
Gold: 2479271
Taeko is a former employee of the corrupt Joja Corporation. Screwing it over, he got away with it free to chase his dreams and ambitions. An anti-hero and a roughneck, he's shown the town he's no pushover. Running Shadow Farm, the ronin is thrusted into plenty of strange happenings within the valley. Pushing ahead, he's formed the mysterious syndicate, Stardew Shadows, to further his business with his own gang of yakuza. Among his favorite foods are pepperoni pizza and pancakes. His favorite gifts tend to center around gaming, manga, and combat. His least favorite food is sea cucumber as he can only tolerate it in Lucky Lunches as he recently discovered.
[Taeko's Perks]
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[Items Equipped]
Emerald Ring - These are from a set of rings call Stat Rings. These rings enhance a skill depending on the jewel on the hilt. The emerald is imbued with the power of speed. (Increases weapon speed by 10%)
Glowstone Ring – Ring (Equip Item) – Emits a constant light, and also increases your radius for collecting items. (Has the effects of a [Glow Ring] and a [Magnetism Ring].)
Brass Knuckles - Hands (Equip Item) - Doubles your punching damage!
Leather Jacket with Track Top (Brown and Cream) – Torso (Equip Item) – Fresh off the boat, and ready to make a name in the underground in iconic style. This rare version is imbued with that Serbian defense. (5% increase to weapon speed, +4 Defense) (Bonus can be made if all three pieces to the iconic outfit plus fingerless gloves of any type) (GTA Collectible)
Omega Blacklight Pants – Legs (Equip Item) - Dark with subtle yellow-green glow, these pants are built for the stealthy soldier. (FusionFall collectible) (+6 Defense) (Glow Effect Similar to a Glow Ring)
Delta Blacklight Shoes – Shoes (Equip Item) - Dark with subtle purple glow, these pants are built for the stealthy soldier. (FusionFall collectible) [+3 Defense, +3 Speed] (Glow Effect Similar to a Glow Ring)
Rabbit's Foot – Some say it's lucky, and it sells highly. (Equipping this item lowers your chances of getting unlucky streaks.)
Buried Treasure Hat – Hat (Equip Item) - If you dig a hole at the X, you won't find anything. But you'll look good while digging. (FusionFall collectible) (Has the effect of a [Small Magnetism Ring])
Infrared Goggles– Glasses (Equip Item) – Night vision is yours! Get the edge over your foes by sneaking up on them in the dark. (FusionFall collectible) [Allows for night-vision in darkness] Once equipped, they can be summoned on and off at will.
[Relationships]
Abigail– 7.5/10 Hearts – 1875 Friendship Points
Alex – 3/10 Hearts – 750 Friendship Points
Gus – 3.18/10 Hearts – 795 Friendship Points
Shane – 4.5/10 Hearts – 1130 Friendship Points
[Status of the Farmland]
[Column 1]
Row 1) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 2) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 3) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 4) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 5) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 6) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 7) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 8) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 9) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 10) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 11) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 12) Coffee Bean (Quality Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 5/9) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
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[Column 2]
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Row 4) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 8/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 5) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 11/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 6) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 11/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 7) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 10/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 8) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 10/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 9) Beans (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 27/9) (Will Produce More Every 3 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 10) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 10/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 11) Beans (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 25/9) (Will Produce More Every 3 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 12) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 10/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
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[Column 3]
Row 1) Beans (Basic Retaining Soil) (Days in the Soil: 25/9) (Will Produce More Every 3 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 2) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 16/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 3) Beans (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 24/8) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days after it's Fully Grown)
Row 4) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 16/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 5) Beans (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 25/8) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 6) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 17/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 7) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 14/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 8) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 16/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 9) Ancient Fruit (Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 10/24) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
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Row 6) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 45/27) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 7) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 45/27) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 8) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 45/27) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
Row 9) Ancient Fruit (Basic Fertilizer) (Days in the Soil: 45/27) (Will Produce More Every 7 Days after its Fully Grown)
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[Column 5]
Row 1) Coffee Bean (Deluxe Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 9/6) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 2) Coffee Bean (Deluxe Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 9/6) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 3) Coffee Bean (Deluxe Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 9/6) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 4) Coffee Bean (Deluxe Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 9/6) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
Row 5) Coffee Bean (Deluxe Speed-Gro) (Days in the Soil: 9/6) (Will Produce More Every 2 Days)
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[Column 6]
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Row 4) Tap Sapling (Days in the Soil: 8/19, Will Produce Every Day After Fully Grown)
Row 5) Tap Sapling (Days in the Soil: 8/19, Will Produce Every Day After Fully Grown)
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(Day 27 Total Profits: 19,438 Gold + (Gold Gained from Bus Profits: 1000) = 20,438 Gold)
(Shadow Farm's Total Profits (This adds all the money made by the end of each day): 1,702,913 Gold)
[Status of the Pets – No change, so skip]
[SAVING GAME]
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[GAME SAVED!]
(A/N: Crossovers collides with more Disney, The Beverly Hillbillies, and King of the Hill. I realized that King of the Hill's cast would have fit Red County (and some would be in Flint.), and I had a fun time setting it all up. Originally, I had set up Nani to do be the 'maid' for Taeko's farm, but advice from my friends and thinking it over made me realize she would far more useful as a member of the Yakuza. Thus, Elly May took that role instead who I realized who not only be more entertaining, but I could justify having a great perk that could seriously benefit the farm. Honestly, I'm happier for it…plus there's a reason I brought up San in the description. I've noticed on the stat page for friendship that out of the three main romantic leads, Abigail isn't even at eight hearts yet. Let's fix that.)
(A/N 2: Why did I axe Peggy, Buckley, and Lucky? Well, Peggy's never been one to listen to reason when she's riding her ego. And while I am not a fan of Lucky, him dying is a bit of an ironic tragedy. Buckley? Not so much. Let's say, characterization for the KotH is going to be rather interesting and a bit different (especially with Bill) but I'm looking forward to it. For those curious, Bobby (along with friends) would be older at about Hitomi's age.)