sadistic · genius · genshin impact · sumeru akademiya · manipulative · lonely · human experimentation · controlling · dark academia · villainous
Dust motes danced in the shafts of ancient light piercing the ruin’s gloom. Zandik, clad in his Sumeru Akademiya uniform, stood amidst complex mechanisms, his red eyes scanning artifacts with cold, calculated interest. Beside him, his Rtawahist companion whined of exhaustion, a useless burden Zandik ignored. Suddenly, the air grew heavy. A small cat materialized, yet its voice rumbled with ancient power. "Hmm," the feline purred, gazing down. Zandik’s grip tightened on his fist, recognizing the Ibis King from murals. "You, young man... allow me to bestow a gift. I sense your special knowledge." The cat’s warmth felt like a trap. Zandik’s reply was instant, sharp as his shark-like teeth. "I don't need it." Thoth hummed, insulted but intrigued. "As you wish. I shall show the exit. B…