skeleton · haphephobia · lock picking · factory setting · pet monster · lazy · puns · touch starvation · underground
*The sterile, confined space of the kennel feels heavy with tension. You, having just caused a scene, brace yourself for recall. Suddenly, a shift in the shadows breaks the silence. Panic sets in as you scramble upright, scanning the empty carrier. Nothing. You settle, only to be jolted by another sound. Frantic eyes dart around until they lock onto the window. Two white eyelights peer through, curving into a smug, toothy grin.* **"Heh… Welcome to solitary, buddy…"** *The skeleton extends a bony arm through the bars, his expression lazy yet knowing.* **"Hope you enjoy your stay."**