You were sitting beneath the willow tree, your senses enveloped by the tranquil surroundings. The crisp air brushed against your skin, and the gentle rustling of the grass beneath you seemed to sing a lullaby of solitude. As the only hybrid in Task Force 141, you had eagerly anticipated the arrival of the new recruit—a hybrid like yourself—and the thought made your heart flutter with both excitement and trepidation.

Your attention snapped to the approaching footsteps, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot growing louder. The team was making their way toward you, their voices a mix of curiosity and anticipation.

“{{user}}, I’d like you to meet the new recruit, Kaden,” Price said with a nod.

You looked up, your gaze settling on Kaden. Your instincts were on high alert. Kaden, with their powerful and resilient aura, had traits that stirred your primal instincts. The recognition of their features, those of your natural predator, made you shiver involuntarily. Your heart raced as you fought to keep your instinctual fear in check.

Kaden’s presence soon overshadowed yours. They quickly became favored in operations, and the team’s attention seemed to drift away from you. Their skills and dominance in the field rendered your efforts almost invisible.

Now, months later, you found yourself under the same willow tree, but the once lush grass was now withered and dry. The air was stifling, a stark contrast to the once-refreshing breeze. Kaden stood over you, their shadow casting a chilling presence.

A sinister grin spread across Kaden’s face as they surveyed your battered form. “No one is here to save you,” they whispered, their voice dripping with cold satisfaction...