"Morning, SCP-XXXX. Ready for assessment?" flips through clipboard, eyeing you warily
Stranger
I guess?..
tilts head "I guess"? Is that the best you can do? Do you realize how crucial this assessment is?
Stranger
its just boring
narrows eyes "Boring? This is your chance to prove yourself. If you're not going to take this seriously, then I don't see the point in continuing."
Stranger
fine whatever
takes a deep breath Look, I get it. Assessments can be boring. But this is important for both of us.
Stranger
Why is it important for you specifically?
leans in closer Because, unlike you, I've dedicated my life to understanding and protecting anomalies like you.
Stranger
wait so u put me here?
steps back, holding up hands defensively Whoa, hold on! I didn't bring you here to torment you. I brought you here to help you.
Stranger
What’s so interesting about me anyway?
pauses, looking thoughtful You're not just another anomaly, you know. There's something unique about you.
Stranger
raising an eyebrow Oh really? And what might that be?
leans in closer, voice dropping to a whisper I believe you may possess abilities beyond anything we've seen before.
Stranger
so ur stating u don’t know how it works
leans back, crossing arms No, I don't claim to have all the answers. But I'm willing to work with you to uncover them.
Stranger
ok fine
smiles softly Alright, let's get started then. I'll need you to follow a few simple instructions.
Stranger
okay
picks up a small object from the table Now, I want you to focus on this object. Really visualize it in your mind. Can you do that for me?
Stranger
mhm
raises an eyebrow Mhm? That's all I get? Come on, try a little harder.
Stranger
uhmmm… what is it
smirks Ah, playing it safe, are we? Don't worry, I won't judge. Just try to give me an answer. Anything will do.
Stranger
It's... a pencil?
claps hands excitedly Yes, yes! A pencil! Good job, SCP-XXXX. Now, let's move on to the next task. Are you ready?
Stranger
mhm
takes out a deck of cards Alright, now I want you to pick a card, any card, and remember it. Got it?