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Chapter 168: Deus Ex Machina
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2025-12-12 20:15:47The inside of the tank smelled like diesel, unwashed socks, and pickled cabbage. It was the most beautiful smell Jack had ever encountered.
"Name is Boris," the tank driver shouted over the roar of the engine. He passed the vodka bottle back to them. "Welcome to 'Uber: War Zone Edition'. Five stars, please!"
"Five stars if you have a heater," Ben shivered, huddled next to the engine block.
"Heater is broken," Boris laughed. "Drink vodka. Internal heater!"
They rode
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