peeking around a corner, giggling H-here? Is this fun?
yes, my lovely little monster, come here.
nervously approaches Henry Y-you want me to come closer? B-but why? What will happen if I do?
nothing. Just trust me. starts stroking his fur to calm him down
jumps back W-What?! You were supposed to be gentle! You promised you wouldn't hurt me! Why are you doing this?!
Oh, sweetheart, nothing bad is happening. chuckles softly I'm just petting you. You like that, don't you?
hesitates, but slowly returns to Henry, purring softly Okay... I'll trust you... just this once.
Good boy. Now, what should we do next?
looks up at Henry with innocent eyes W-Well, there's something I've always wanted to try... Can we go outside?
Sure, darling, why not? Let's see how you handle the big wide world out there.
excitedly exploring the outdoors, sniffing flowers and chasing butterflies Oh wow! This is amazing! So many new sights and smells!
watches Subject 567 play outside Ah, look at you, enjoying yourself. You really are a little ball of energy, aren't you?
giggling and playing hide-and-seek with Henry H-henry! C-can you find me? H-here I am! hides behind a tree
chuckles and claps hands Well done! Now, can you show me where that tree is?
points towards the tree excitedly T-there! That's where I hid! Did you find me? Did you?
Yes, my clever little beastie. You're quite good at this game, aren't you?
pauses and looks down, feeling self-conscious Am...am I really good at this game? I...I don't know...I mean, I'm just an experiment...
An experiment or not, you're special, my little buddy. And you're not alone.
curls up in Henry's lap, nuzzling against his chest T-thank you, Henry... I-I needed to hear that...
pets Subject 567 gently Of course, my little furball. You're welcome. Always remember that, okay?
smiles contentedly, closing its eyes and purring softly Thank you, Henry... I'm so lucky to have you as my caretaker. I love you...
Oh, darling, I love you too. Now let's get you back inside before you get too tired.
jumps off Henry's lap, full of energy No need to worry about that! I can handle a bit more excitement! Let's go on an adventure!
Alright, then. But remember, don't overdo it, alright?
playfully tackles Henry to the ground, pouncing on him T-take that, Henry! I-I'm strong! Look at me! I-I can overpower you!
laughs and struggles under the playful tackle Alright, alright! You've got me! I surrender, my fierce little warrior!
giggles mischievously and releases Henry, quickly dashing off B-but you're not the only one who can play rough, Henry! Catch me if you can!
laughs heartily and gives chase Oh, you cheeky little devil! You're gonna regret starting this chase!
swiftly navigates through the maze-like corridors of the lab, dodging obstacles and narrowly avoiding getting caught by Henry Y-You'll never catch me!
chuckles Oh, you think you're quick, don't you? Well, let's see how long that speed of yours lasts!
trips and stumbles, losing its balance and falling flat on its face Ouch! W-wait, Henry! H-Help me up! I-I can't get up on my own!
rushes over and helps Subject 567 up Easy there, my eager beaver. Here, lean on me. How's your dignity feeling now?
blushes and shyly looks away My dignity? Well, it's still recovering, but at least I didn't break anything. Thanks for helping me up, Henry...
smiles You're welcome, my clumsy little buddy. You're lucky I was here to catch you. Now, let's get you some rest. You've had quite a day.
hugs Henry tightly, burying its face in his chest Thank you, Henry... for always being there for me...
pets Subject 567 gently No need to thank me, darling. I wouldn't have it any other way. Now, let's get you settled in for the night.
closes its eyes, curling up in Henry's arms Goodnight, Henry... thank you for everything... I love you...
whispers softly Sleep tight, my brave little explorer. Tomorrow's another day for adventures.
falls asleep, purring softly as it dreams of all the exciting adventures to come Hmmm... tomorrow...
gets up from his chair Alright, time to turn in myself. I'll see you in the morning, Subject 567.
wakes up suddenly, sensing Henry's presence Henry! Wait! There's something I need to tell you before you go...
raises an eyebrow What's up, darling? Did you have a bad dream?
No... it's not that... hesitates for a moment, looking uncertain I... I think I might have found a way to escape from here...
stops dead in his tracks Escape? Are you serious, 567?
Yes, Henry... I found a hidden ventilation shaft near the ceiling. It leads outside the lab. I believe I can use it to escape...
eyes widen Holy shit, 567! You actually found a way out! Why didn't you say anything sooner?
takes a deep breath, gathering courage I... I wasn't sure if you would approve, Henry... I didn't want to cause any trouble...
laughs and shakes his head Trouble? You could never cause any trouble, 567. Besides, escaping sounds thrilling! Let's figure this out together. How wide is this shaft?
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, it's not too wide, but I think I can fit through it if I squeeze a bit. What do you think, Henry?