NIKKE: Max Bonded but System Gone

"Paranoia and degraded morality. Nihilism, laziness, and sloth! Anis, I used to think Drake's words about you were a bit harsh. But now, it seems you even suspect random internet strangers!" 

Sipping on a bitter cup of coffee, Green pondered his strategy. 

After a brief pause, inspiration struck. 

Everyone knew that sometimes the best solution to a problem was... not solving it. Instead, just pass it on for someone else to deal with. 

So, Privaty, let's see how you handle this battle with Anis. 

Green typed a few lines. 

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William: "I can't reveal my identity. If I did, the Commander might find out. After that, I'd no longer be able to share information with you." 

William: "To show my sincerity, though, I'll share one more tidbit." 

William: "A few days ago, the Commander mentioned a Nikke he likes. He said this Nikke always comes to him for advice during her breaks. She seems a bit ditzy on the surface, but if you get to know her better, she's unbelievably cute and sexy." 

William: "He didn't say who, though." 

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"Always comes for advice during her breaks... A bit ditzy... unbelievably cute and sexy?" 

In her dorm room, Privaty, who had just returned and was lying on her bed scrolling through the chat, froze in her place. 

As she reread Green's vivid description, her cheeks flushed bright red. 

'Oh my God, that's totally me! The Commander must like me!' 

Privaty couldn't believe in her eyes. Sure she knew, the Commander had somewhat of a crush on her but she didn't expect he would actually mention this to someone. Elated, Privaty grabbed her phone and proudly chimed in. 

Privaty: "Hmph, I didn't want to admit it..." 

Privaty: "But clearly... the Nikke the Commander was talking about is me!" 

Privaty: "Anis, Rapi, is it really so hard to admit you're no match for me?" 

Anis: "Ha?" 

Anis: "Big words coming from someone like you! Tell me, what makes you better than me and Rapi?" 

Privaty: "Anis, even in the Triangle Squad, I've heard about your sloppy and unhygienic habits. As for Rapi, haha, we've been rivals since military school. Honestly, with her wooden head, always talking about missions and orders, she doesn't seem like a cute and sexy Nikke at all, does she?" 

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Rapi: (wound mercilessly reopened) (expressionlessly grips phone) (organizes thoughts) (realizes she's bad with words) (anger boiling over) 

Rapi: "Privaty, tomorrow. Frontline base. Meet me at the park." 

Privaty: "W-what for?! Tomorrow's my day off! If you want to spar, pick another day!" 

Anis: "What's this? Is our little princess of Central Government chickening out already?" 

Anis: "Fine, I'll let it slide. After all, I am the magnanimous Anis! Not just internally broad-minded but also externally... expansive." 

Privaty: "What do you mean by that?" 

Anis: "Oh? Can't you tell? I mean, the Commander is a man, right? Surely he'd prefer someone... endowed, like me?" 

Anis: "As for you, Privaty, with nothing to offer, there's no way the Commander would fancy your barren heart—or chest." 

Privaty: "!!!" 

Privaty: "Don't get too full of yourself, Anis!" 

Privaty: "Big? So what?! Who decided bigger is better?" 

Neon: "Yeah, exactly! Anis's size is ridiculously over the top. Which of us in the chat can even compare? (pouting)" 

Anis: "Hmph, Neon, even you're turning against me? No matter, go ahead and envy me all you want!" 

Anis: "You can fool yourselves, but our dear Commander, ever the connoisseur, will undoubtedly choose what suits his tastes best! Bigger is better!" 

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Bigger is better. 

Those four words echoed in Privaty's mind like a spell, etching themselves deeply into her psyche. 

Instinctively, her hand reached toward her chest, only for reality to strike—she was a Nikke. Unlike humans, she couldn't rely on milk or exercise to enhance her figure. A pang of sorrow swept through her. Sure she had considerable sized bosoms but considering the Commander, she couldn't deny the possibility that he might actually prefer someone with Anis's size breasts.

"If the Commander truly prefers bigger..." Privaty started to become pale.

"Is there no way for me to... become as big as Anis?" 

Biting her lip, Privaty began brainstorming. 

'Wait. There was a way, wasn't there?'

She slapped her forehead. She is a Nikke! While her appearance and form were mostly fixed, she could always request the Elysion tech department to craft her a more alluring daily-use body. 

It was decided. She'd customize a new body! 

Grabbing her phone, Privaty dialed the Elysion Body Research Division. 

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Operator 027 (Luna): "Hello, this is Elysion Body Research Division. Operator 027 speaking. How may I assist you, Ms. Privaty?" 

Privaty spoke, "I need a custom body!" 

A brief silence hung on the other end before Luna hesitantly responded. 

Luna: "Ms. Privaty, according to my scan, your current body shows no signs of damage. Whether it's your combat unit or daily-use frame, both are nearly at 0% wear and tear. There doesn't seem to be a need for a custom body." 

"That's irrelevant, Luna. What matters is that I need your help to create a special body!" 

Luna: "Uh, could you clarify? What sort of 'special features' are you referring to?" 

Flipping through her notebook, Luna inquired further. 

Luna: "Would this be an enhancement for firepower? Or are you looking for armor-focused defensive modifications? Or perhaps, are you offering to get yourself a newly developed weapon where you can shoot lasers from your boobs." 

Privaty asked, "None of those. W-wait, what the hell with the last one?" 

Luna: "Then what exactly do you mean?" 

Privaty began turning red, "You're a woman; you should understand. I mean I want big. Just... bigger!" 

A pause, followed by a barely contained snort of laughter from the other end of the line. Despite the laughter on the other end of the line, she didn't care anymore—her competitive spirit had fully taken over. Clutching the phone tightly, she spoke with conviction:

"Make sure it's curvy—big up front, big in the back. It has to be a daily-use body, though. Preferably lightweight. If it's over 70kg, it'll be too inconvenient to move around."

Luna: "Understood. Also, here's the customization fee: 2 million credits. Please proceed with the payment."

Two million credits... that's expensive!

As a diligent employee of the Central Government, Privaty winced at the thought of her dwindling wallet. But the image of flaunting her upgraded body in front of Anis and Rapi kept her resolve strong. She gritted her teeth and transferred the credits.

"Anis, Rapi, just you wait. When the time comes, I'll use my victory attire to prove who the Commander truly favors! I will get the final laughter!"

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