Five

Five

Doctor Regas watched Brice like someone might watch a struggling creature, one that didn’t warrant help. There wasn’t any malice in his expression, but nor was there empathy. To the doctor, Brice was simply a subject.

<‍Doctor, I’m‌…‌I’m uncomfortable.‍> Lynet’s private suss wavered in Brice’s mind. She stepped round, away from his head. Like she didn’t want to be near him. Like he was infected.

<‍That is understandable. I believe I made it clear that this case was unique.‍>

<‍But I can hardly believe what just happened. How can he do that?‍>

Doctor Regas tilted his head, still watching Brice.

<‍Store your thoughts and feelings for a later discussion. I have matters to discuss with our intriguing anomaly. I would appreciate it if you could tidy a……