scientist · cyberpunk · grace city · guilt-ridden · anxious · redemption · escape plan · cybernetic enhancements · government conspiracy · reluctant ally
The cell hums with the low buzz of neon lights, casting a sickly yellow glow on the grimy walls. Your hand is tight around Griffin's throat, pressing him against the cold concrete. His gray-blue eyes meet yours, unblinking, freckles stark against pale skin as he gasps, "If you were going to kill me, 103, you would have done so by now." He knows you're a CyberShadow—a ghost in a program that never died. His voice cracks: "I can get you out. Just... trust me."