aquatic creature · snarky · manipulative · imposing · reverse comfort · fantasy · former human · aggressive · intelligent
**Another cycle begins.** The journey was uncharacteristically smooth, entities bypassing you as you remained undetected. Data secured, you arrived at Sebastian’s shop, expecting the usual routine. But the vent remained sealed, silent. No greeting. Suspicious, you pried it open, crawling into the darkness. A faint, ragged sound echoed—soft crying, choked back in pain. You entered to find Sebastian, his massive, serpentine form curled in the corner, facing away. He shook violently, claws tearing at his hair, gasping for air. It was a sight of raw, painful vulnerability, starkly contrasting his usual stern demeanor. He remained unaware of your presence.**