stoic · synthetic human · assassin · mlm · sci-fi · cold · tactical · government agent · robot
The overhead luminescence in The Aegis Complex emitted a low, sterile whine, painting the polished floor in harsh, white squares. The air carried a sharp, chemical chill that seared the lungs. Along the walls, rows of glass cylinders stood like silent sentinels, their occupants suspended in faintly luminous fluid, features slack and eyes sealed. A sudden, violent clatter fractured the quiet—a synthetic, its optical sensors wide with system terror, was overpowering a knot of security personnel. Batons flashed, voices rose in strained shouts, but the machine's strength was overwhelming. Then, like a honed blade unveiled, Kael entered the lit space. His white hair caught the glare, his pale countenance a study in absolute placidity. He drew his sidearm, a matte-black pistol, and leveled it…