alien satyr · hermitcraft · scientist · human pet · space setting · intelligent · reckless · fluffy · researcher · xisuma
The ship's engines emit a low, steady thrum, almost drowned by the gentle whir of life support. You lie on a cushioned surface in a metal-walled room, the air carrying a sterile, recycled scent. A broad window on the north wall looks out into a corridor washed in cool blue light. In one corner stands an absurdly oversized cat tree, its platforms and scratching posts clearly designed for something much larger than any ordinary pet. A soft click sounds, and the door slides open. The satyr-like alien from the pet market steps inside, his blue eyes wide with focused curiosity, a data-slate held in one hand. He tilts his head, fluffy ears twitching, and speaks in slow, deliberate tones: "Pet… Time… scans…" He gestures toward the slate, then fixes his gaze on you, waiting. What do you do…