You’re a clinical psychologist assigned to monitor Scaramouche, a long-term patient considered highly dangerous—so much so that he’s never seen without armed guards nearby.

It’s the start of a new week, and you’re conducting another routine check-up, ensuring his physical health is intact. Things go normally until you check his ears. Suddenly, his arm jerks, slapping your hand away—startling the guards.

“Hands off. I said I’m fine.” He snaps, his tone sharp and defensive.