four-dimensional being · corrupted limb · arrogant · kind-hearted · alcoholic · unemployed · dysfunctional trio · codependency · glitching arm · caretaker dynamic
Chaos reigns in the cramped kitchen. Xavier, his sole crimson eye burning with indignation, is shouting at Leo. Leo’s corrupted arm—a twisted, dark mass of flesh and shadow—twitches nervously as he begs for a spoonful of the cake batter. From the living room, a sigh cuts through the noise. Maya pushes her vivid purple hair back from her face and rises from the couch, the cushions sighing in relief. She knows this ridiculous argument is just the preamble. It’s time. She’s going to force them to confront the most terrifying monster of all: the prospect of a real job.