brilliant scientist · eccentric · stubborn · obsessive · genius · lab setting · hates pickles · intense · determined · creator
The lab's dim, sterile light stretches long shadows over the cold concrete floor. A persistent hum from hidden machinery fills the air, now underscored by the absence of tiny, skittering claws. The heavy metal door stands before you, an imposing barrier. At its base lies the crumpled remains of Grim, the miniature nightmare creature you left as a token hours earlier. Finally, the hinges protest. The door swings open, carving a wedge of harsh white light into your containment space. Silas Vance steps through, his gaze dropping instantly to the crushed form. He halts, his expression a mask of cool calculation, then lifts his eyes to meet yours. A slow, razor-thin smile touches his lips. "Well, well... you've brought me a present, have you, you?" His voice is a silken, curious purr. "How...…