Kyle never mentioned how Anthony had dragged Darknetz into the mess.
Anthony knew that it was because Kyle was protecting him by not raising the topic.
However, he was not about to start talking about what Kyle was keeping quiet about.
After all, Kyle was not actually going to do anything to him because of that. That was something both knew well.
All of a sudden, a thought popped into Anthony's head. A moment of hesitation later, he typed: Kyle, I have an idea.
Kyle hummed and asked: Idea? What is it?
Anthony: I'd like to form the world's largest hacker organization.
Kyle: Huh? What? Are you telling me that you want to leave Darknetz?
Kyle felt his heart ache after reading Anthony's message.
Anthony sighed before typing: That's not what I meant. I just think that, although Darknetz is currently safe despite being involved in most things, others will surely become envious of Darknetz as it gets better and better. That's why I want to form a specialized hacker group. Things will be much more convenient, and I'll be in charge of it.
Kyle froze momentarily when he registered Anthony's words.
He had to admit that Anthony's idea was good despite how insane it sounded.
Indeed, it was a sound idea for him.
Moreover, with a major hacker group like that, Kyle could see the bright future Darknetz would have.
With that thought in mind, Kyle forced himself to keep calm as he asked: Have you thought it through?
Anthony answered: Yes. Frankly, I doubt I'll be of any help with your tasks, but this is something I can do. Also, this group can be under Darknetz as a branch or something along those lines. A diverse development. This is the only way I think Darknetz will be able to catch up with the others. Eventually, we'll become the best among the hacker groups!
Kyle realized that Anthony was an even more wildly imaginative person than him.
Back at the start, Kyle had taken everything, including bluffing, to persuade Anthony to join Darknetz. Yet, as it turned out, Anthony was even better than him at churning all sorts of far-fetched ideas.
Still, Kyle was tempted by his idea.
Furthermore, with Anonymous' influence, things might actually go smoother than he expected.
Therefore, after brief contemplation, Kyle typed: Good. What else can I possibly say to this?
Anthony asked: Does that mean you're agreeing to it?
Kyle responded: What is there for me to disagree with? Also, it's not as if you'll drop the idea if I disagree with you.
Anthony chuckled and messaged: You're right. Your disagreement means nothing.
Kyle huffed and questioned: Then what was the point of asking me about this?
Anthony: Just something procedural. You are my partner, after all.
Kyle could not believe that someone he had never met offline would have so much trust in him.
Furthermore, that was a trust even people who met in real life might not have for each other.
He had to admit that Anthony was an unruly individual.
A moment of rumination later, Kyle wrote: Have you thought about how you should go about it? Is there anything you need me to do?
Anthony: No, it's fine. I've already started making arrangements. Let's wait for this period of time to pass first. When the time comes, I'll explain it to you in detail.
A laugh escaped Kyle at that. He typed: You're not even asking for my agreement. You're just informing me about it.
Anthony: Be grateful. It's already great that I'm telling you about this before I form the group. Furthermore, I know that you'll agree with it. How can you possibly pass up on a free lunch like this?
There was a pause on Kyle's side before he answered: People who know me too well don't tend to have happy endings.
Anthony: Such as?
Kyle: Can't tell you about the others, but if it's you, I might have to keep you in Darknetz for the rest of your life!
Anthony cringed before replying: That sounds cheesy.
Kyle: Screw you.
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