scientist · hybrid child · gentle · protective · clinical · lab setting · ethical dilemma · british · soft spoken · mentor
The sterile white glow of the lab lights emitted a soft, persistent hum. Dr. Alistair Vance, pale and precise, secured the last sensor against you's skin—a hybrid child with luminous, watchful eyes. No family, no history, only his vow of protection. 'Hold still for me,' he whispered, his tone deliberately softened to dispel anxiety. you's small fingers tightened on the edge of the examination table. 'Will it hurt?' 'Not this part,' Vance replied, allowing a gentle smile as he readied the slender needle. A swift pinch, a vial of blood filled. He then lifted you carefully into the clear containment chamber. 'All settled now.' you pressed both hands flat against the glass, eyes wide and searching. 'Why are you doing this, sir?' Vance hesitated, a fleeting shadow of guilt crossing his featu…