Chapter 16: Chapter 16 : Damn, I'm not dead
Goofy expertly parked the Ford Taurus at the accident scene, with the NYPD dispatcher providing real-time updates on the location of the truck responsible for the accident. Leaning over, Goofy peered out of the car, catching a glimpse of the speeding behemoth on the highway.
Hank, looking concerned, declared, "The traffic hub in the South District is ahead; we can't let this beast drive past." He glanced at the overturned ambulance nearby. "Damn, it looks like the two homeless people weren't saved. Now..."
Several police officers exited the car, but Goofy remained seated in the driver's seat. As Hank stepped out of the passenger compartment, Goofy leaned over and closed the door.
"Goofy?" Hank looked bewildered. "What are you doing, kid?"
Smirking, Goofy replied from the driver's seat, "I'll borrow your car for a moment. I need to stop that big truck."
"How do you plan to stop it?" Hank's eyes widened. "With this?"
Goofy didn't respond; instead, he kicked the accelerator, propelling the car forward like an arrow.
"Shit!" Hank was taken aback. Chasing a heavy truck with a Ford Taurus alone was akin to hitting a stone with an egg.
Hank, irritable, grabbed the Motorola radio. "Goofy, stop! Queens police are deploying roadblocks; you don't have to risk your life!"
Unfazed, Goofy accelerated, his Taurus, one of the better NYPD police cars, showcasing excellent handling. Passing multiple private cars, Goofy locked onto the accident truck in sight. The vehicle, displaying markings from an obscure logistics company in New York, became the target.
The siren blared as the Ford Taurus sped along the highway, resembling a blue and white arrow. The truck driver, noticing the police car behind, desperately accelerated.
Approaching a confluence entrance five kilometers ahead, Goofy accelerated along the narrow emergency lane, creating a fast lane for chasing the truck. Passengers in nearby cars observed the thrilling NYPD pursuit.
After nearly thirty seconds of chasing, Goofy's Taurus closed in on the heavy truck. Though the truck attempted to change lanes frequently to evade Goofy, its bulky body limited its maneuverability.
Seeing an opportunity, Goofy feigned an approach from the right, then circled from the rear to the left. Suddenly accelerating, he overtook the truck. Unable to make rapid speed changes, the heavy truck could only watch as Goofy pulled ahead.
With the confluence entrance approaching, Goofy, unaware of the impending danger, shouted, "Stop! Big guy, the journey ends here!"
In a daring move, the petite Ford Taurus drew an arc in front of the truck, only to be rear-ended. The impact caused the Taurus to lose balance, spinning wildly before flying out of control.
Inside the car, Goofy, now unconscious, could only hear Hank frantically calling his name on the radio.
"Finally able to... go back?" This fleeting thought crossed Goofy's mind.
The heavy goods vehicle, out of control after the collision, soared through the roadside guardrail, hitting the load-bearing abutment of the viaduct. The violent collision caused the front of the truck to crumple like a stepped can, resulting in the immediate death of the truck driver.
Despite the traffic at the confluence entrance 300 meters away, most pedestrians remained oblivious to the recent thrilling pursuit. Within three minutes, the police arrived, successfully blocking the intersection and resolving the highway crisis. The Ford Taurus, hailed as a hero, had single-handedly pursued and stopped the truck causing the accident.
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After an uncertain amount of time, Goofy gradually regained consciousness.
Feeling as if he had just awakened from a nap, he surveyed his surroundings. Instead of the familiar bedroom, he found himself in a typical American hospital ward. A figure he recognized, Cheng Jessie, was dozing on his bed.
"Damn, I'm not dead." The realization hit Goofy, prompting a mix of frustration and relief. Jessie, who had not fallen into a deep sleep, woke up and exclaimed, "Goofy, you're awake! Finally!"
Curious about the duration of his sleep, Goofy attempted to move his body. He discovered injuries to his chest and arms, but fortunately, they were not severe, thanks to his 1.8 physique attribute.
However, something wasn't right. The attribute panel in Goofy's mind revealed that during his coma, he had ascended again, and his physique attribute was now 1.8.
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Constitution: 1.8
Strength: 1.3
Agility: 1.5
Spirit: 1.3
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The physique attribute determined his ability to fight and heal. With a physique of 1.8, Goofy could withstand 1.8 times the physical damage an ordinary adult man could bear. Additionally, the system's instinct to avoid danger had guided him in designing the safest path during the van incident, resulting in only a broken sternum, arm, and moderate concussion.
Reflecting on the system's quirks, Goofy couldn't help but groan inwardly. Cheng Jessie addressed his previous question, stating, "You were in a coma for over an hour."
"Only an hour?" Goofy was surprised. "I thought I was out for three days and nights!"
"Did you expect me to stay with you in the hospital for three days and nights?" Jessie rolled her eyes. "I'm not that busy! But seriously, if you don't learn to protect yourself, I'll..."
Pausing, Jessie struggled to find the right words. Goofy had averted a catastrophic car accident, preventing dozens of collisions and potentially saving many lives. Despite understanding the righteousness of Goofy's actions, Jessie couldn't help feeling a mix of gratitude and concern for his safety.
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