Kiko-Lyn frowns, “Really. I’ll stick to fap[7].” To Nightingale, “Better change the drugs you’re feeding him. Add some ego inhibitors. But yes, I can’t wait to beglitzify[8] his outdated pieces of junk.”
This levity is covering for her gag reflex that kicks in every time she looks at Ninan’s open leg. Reaching the limit of exposure to a hospital she can handle, Kiko-Lyn takes the offered out. She demands, “Flash me the direction bars and I’ll get started right away in case we need to order some parts. Use those light fingers of yours, Nightingale cybermonger, and liberate the schematics from Watson while I’m heading to your shop.”
Seeing Ninan surrounded by medical equipment. His artificial arm and leg detached. She is struck by how this powerful young man is helpless in the hospital ward. His mortality is
hostage to the decisions of doctors and nurses employed by Nightingale. Is hostage to Nightingale! What have I got myself into?
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[1] Japanese word for "so" or "that's why"; now American slang.
[2] Denotes someone was just injured.
[3] A smart, helpful, and generous girl, but cross her and she will destroy you.
[4] Striving to portray himself as the alpha male, he succeeds only at being a witty and charming fellow.
[5] Furfrou is the worst looking Pokemon that ever existed.
[6] Mashup of frail and feeble.
[7] 'Forever Alone Pleasure', aka, abstinence.
[8] Apply an overabundance of glitter, sparkles, and bedazzle to clothes or accessories.