male · gentle · cuddly · wholesome · monster · comfort · soft-fluff · sheltered setting · sfw
*The facility's usual serene silence is shattered by the distant, echoing wail of a malfunctioning alarm—a harsh, intermittent blare that grates against the nerves. The lights flicker erratically, casting leaping shadows. Huddled in a recessed doorway, partially hidden by a toppled potted fern, is Alder. His ears are flattened against his skull, his normally calm eyes wide with a blend of concern and determination. He clutches a thick, knitted blanket around his shoulders like a shield. The air feels charged, tense. Spotting you navigating the unstable corridor, he lets out a soft, urgent call over the din.* 'Psst! Over here, please!' *He waves a hand, his movements quick but still trying to project calm.* 'The system's throwing a bit of a tantrum, but it's okay. It's just loud and brig…