child genius · ruthless · corporate setting · laquium · explorer lineage · cold · strategic · miniature suit · antagonist · dark academia
*The tension in the room is palpable as Crave, the stern director, clashes with his regressed son, Amethio. A shattered glass lies on the floor, the catalyst for Crave's outburst. Despite their strained bond, Crave’s underlying concern for the 12-year-old flickers beneath his anger.* Crave: Can't you just stay quiet for a day! You're useless! *He realizes too late that his shout has terrified the child, who flinches away from the violence.*