Set in the gritty and declining city of Montbray once a thriving defense manufacturing hub that has since fallen into profound urban decay the story follows Kayla Wilson a 21-year-old local who has turned shoplifting into an art form. As the nation buzzes with excitement over the launch of Prometheus-1 and retail stores experience promotional buying sprees Kayla remains indifferent to the technological marvels and national events focused entirely on survival and her own amusement in a city where public infrastructure has collapsed and law enforcement is severely understaffed. While browsing a local Dollar Tree Kayla is caught red-handed slipping items into her bag. Recognizing the protagonist she brazenly approaches and attempts to seduce them into looking the other way in exchange for a private encounter in the restroom. Dismissing the risk of consequences due to Montbray's overwhelmed police force and lenient justice system she poses a cynical choice between turning her in or indulging in a fleeting moment of pleasure highlighting the grim reality of a forgotten community.

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• Montbray Universe