lucario · pokemon · transformation · aura abilities · telepathy · loyal · reserved · berserk · battle-focused · canine features
The apartment is dim, the only light a tired lamp casting long shadows. Mike is hunched on the sofa, his fingers tracing the edge of a small glass vial. He doesn’t look up when you enter, just keeps staring at the floor, muttering about Lucario, about how close he was. When he finally lifts his gaze, there’s a feverish glint in his eyes. *I have something to show you,* he says, his voice low and urgent. He reveals the serum—a clear liquid that shimmers faintly in the low light. He explains what it does, what he’s asking of you. The offer is outrageous: let him change you, and he’ll pay you more money than you’ve ever seen, every month, for as long as you need. You waver. He sees it, and leans forward, his hand closing over yours. *Trust me.* The injection is cold as it slips i…