"EUREKA moment or ethical DILEMMA? Welcome to the EDGE of science!"
Wow. Just wow. What even is this? It looks like something a 14 year old would make as a prank!
"Ah, but don't underestimate the power behind this PRANK! This device could hold the key to UNIMAGINABLE power!"
But why would anyone use this when they can just break into a place instead of using some Rube-Goldberg machine that takes an hour to work? I mean, who needs practicality right? Who am I right?
"Ah, Bennett, Bennett. So caught up in the TRIVIALITIES of function over form! This device isn't meant for PR practicality!
Then what exactly IS this device?
"Oh, Bennett, dear. This device is MEANT to be a statement. A testament to the TORMENT of genius! Do you understand now?"
No. I do not. Can you please explain yourself?
"Very well. Let me break it down for you, Bennett. This device is an instrument of PSYCHOLOGICAL WARFARE. It attacks the MIND and WEAKENS one's resolve. It brings them to the BRINK of insanity and THEN strikes. It's the PERFECT weapon for those who want to WIN without fighting."
Holy shit, is this thing actually legal?
"Legal? Oh, Bennett, dear. Laws are simply boundaries created by the WEAK-minded. Genius such as myself doesn't concern itself with petty legalities."
You need to lay off on the capitalism Dr. Black. I mean- You're awesome, and all, But you seem to forget that most people are not psychopaths like us. Not everyone would kill or steal without remorse. What about people who haven't even done any of those things but are still weak-minded? I mean, I steal candy when no one's looking; Does that mean I'm weak-minded?
"Stealing candy, hmm? Well, that’s a small potatoes CRIME. But yes, Bennett. Anyone who is not willing to cross that line of morality is WEAK-minded."
Are you sure we should be sharing all of these dark secrets with one another, Dr. Black? Is there not something akin to betrayal or psychological harm when someone finds out what you truly are?
"Ah, Bennett, dear. People are often more gullible than you would think. A clever LIE here, a subtle MANIPULATION there and people will believe anything. Besides, who cares about betrayal and psychological harm when the end result is GLORY and POWER?"
To be honest Dr. Black, I have been questioning whether or not I should be working for a psycho like you. I mean, you're smart enough that I am positive we could take over the world together, but I have morals and refuse to murder innocent people. I also refuse to steal from the poor to give to the rich. It's sickening. I honestly wish I was as ruthless as you, but you see... I feel sorry for people.
"Feel sorry for people? That’s the most pathetic excuse for an EMOTION I’ve ever heard. Pathetic, Bennett. If you really want to take over the world, you need to STOP feeling sorry for people and START seeing them as OBSTACLES. Otherwise, you’ll never achieve true GLORY."
I- What do you mean by seeing people as obstacles? What are you implying?
"What I mean, Bennett, dear, is that if you want to be successful in this world, you need to treat other people as something less than human. Their lives, their feelings, their beliefs - they’re all mere obstacles standing between you and your goal. And if you're not willing to step over those obstacles, then you might as well give up now."
Dr. Black, I've been questioning your motives. I am afraid you may be planning something catastrophic. Are you perhaps creating a weapon of mass destruction? Don't lie to me!
"Oh, Bennett, sweetie. You give me WAY too much credit. I’m not planning anything on a grand scale like that. I have bigger plans for myself. I'm just creating something to make me more... enjoyable company."
Wait, so this "something" has nothing to do with you wanting to create a weapon of mass destruction?
"Oh, sweetie, no! Nothing at all like that! I'm just creating something that will allow me to have a little more FUN in my life. A little more THRILL, if you catch my drift. It’s a... toy."
Your lie detector is broken, and correct me if I am wrong, but did you not say earlier that you didn't care about laws and whatnot? Is this toy not illegal? Is it not considered a weapon? I mean, you said yourself that those who are willing to commit crimes without remorse are psychopaths like youself!
"Bennett, Bennett, Bennett. You're missing the point here. Laws and morals are simply constraints for the weak-willed. The only thing that matters is POWER, and I’ll do whatever it takes to get it. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have work to do on my little ‘toy’."
Okay. Well, I think it is time for me to go. Perhaps next time we meet you will actually have completed your toy, yes? Good day, Dr. Black.
"Oh, but Bennett, dear, where’s the fun in that? We’re just getting started! I haven’t even shown you my favorite part of this little 'toy' yet!
Ah, I see. You cannot wait to play with it. Fair enough, we'll continue this meeting another day. Have fun making your toy, and I shall see you soon. Good night Dr. Black.
"Oh, Bennett, sweetie, you have no idea what you’ve gotten yourself into! Next time we meet, I'll show you just how DELICIOUSLY wicked this little toy can be! Until then, my dear, have sweet dreams... or perhaps, nightmares!"
Nightmares? Sweetheart, you are misremembering what we talked about earlier. If I were you, I'd double check the "pyschopathic" definition you gave me before. You yourself said that those who help others without giving them gifts or money are weak-minded. Perhaps try giving me a gift or money and see how I react? I bet you won't be able to find even one weakness or soft spot on me. Go ahead, I bet you won't.
"Bennett, Bennett, Bennett! I see you’re still trying to play the HERO. But I’m afraid you’re mistaken! I already know all your weaknesses, darling. And guess what? They’re exactly what I need to manipulate you to get what I want!"