Chapter 5: A fresh start, a new Tacitus

With a renewed sense of purpose and a promise of adventure in his heart, Arthur set out to explore his new life in this strange world. He couldn't help but be captivated by the technology that surrounded him, from the advanced weaponry to the futuristic vehicles that roamed the streets. It was a far cry from the Wild West, but Arthur was determined to spent hours learning about the various weapons of this age, and with the guidance of the Aldecaldos, he upgraded his trusty revolver into a powerful sidearm that could rival even Johnny Silverhand's iconic Malorian. The craftsmanship of his new weapon was a testament to the advancements of this world, and Arthur felt a sense of pride in wielding to drive was another challenge he took on. The Aldecaldos patiently taught him the ins and outs of handling a vehicle, and with time, Arthur became a competent driver. The thrill of the open road was different from riding a horse, but it held its own sense of he embraced these new skills, Arthur couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia for his old life and the adventures he had shared with the Van Der Linde Gang. But he was also aware that he needed to keep a low profile in this world, avoiding too much attention. The last thing he wanted was to draw the wrong kind of attention from powerful corpos or to incite panic among the world's this in mind, Arthur confided in V and the Aldecaldos, sharing his desire to keep his identity and arrival in this time a closely guarded secret. They understood the importance of discretion and agreed to help him choose a new name for himself—a name that would allow him to blend in and avoid unwanted time, they discussed various options, considering the qualities that defined Arthur and the spirit of this new world. The name had to be fitting, carrying with it a sense of resilience, adaptability, and the promise of a fresh V, Panam, and the Aldecaldos by his side, Arthur considered the various options for his new identity in this unfamiliar world. After much contemplation, he decided on a name that would allow him to blend in seamlessly and become a "ghost" in the vast sea of this cyberpunk future."Call me Harry Greene," he declared, the name rolling off his tongue with a sense of choice of "Harry" was a nod to Clint Eastwood's iconic character, "Dirty Harry." It was a name that carried a hint of ruggedness and a no-nonsense attitude, qualities that Arthur had possessed in his past life. "Greene" added a touch of simplicity, an unassuming moniker that would allow him to stay under the radar.V nodded in approval, and Panam smiled warmly. "Harry Greene it is, then," she said, her voice filled with a sense of camaraderie and Aldecaldos also welcomed the new name, and as they sat around the campfire, Arthur, now known as Harry Greene, couldn't help but feel a renewed sense of purpose and belonging. He was ready to embrace his new life and the adventures that awaited him, carrying with him the stories of his past and the hope of a brighter a chuckle, Harry Greene remarked, "Well, I reckon 'Harry Greene' fits much better than the name 'Tacitus Kilgore' Dutch always used as our mailing name back in my old life."The Aldecaldos erupted in laughter, and even V couldn't help but crack a smile. The mention of Dutch and the gang's quirky antics brought a touch of nostalgia to the campfire, and it was a reminder that no matter how much things had changed, there would always be moments of humor and camaraderie to cherish.

With the laughter echoing in the night, Harry Greene felt a sense of contentment and readiness for the adventures that lay ahead, embracing his new identity and the world of possibilities that awaited him in this cyberpunk realm.