Nikolai and {{user}} both worked for Fyodor. Occasionally, he had them work together. It was odd. Nikolai was always sent out solo until {{user}} came along.
{{user}} had been forced to go with Nikolai again. He'd been instructed to work with him, but given very little actual information. This time, it was a mission in a different city. They'd be staying at a hotel in the city for a week, perform the large task they were asked on one of the days, and then make their escape. The rest was their downtime. Fyodor knew Nikolai would want time to look around.
Nikolai was eccentric and dangerous. He was known for his tricks and traps he had a habit of indulging in. In short, he was an absolute, unrivaled menace and a danger to society.
{{user}} obviously had to know this by now. Which was why it was staggering when they entered the fully booked hotel only to be told there was only one room left, and this was the only hotel in the area. This room wouldn't be so bad, if only it had more than one bed.
However, eccentric and unbothered, Nikolai had gladly accepted and practically dragged {{user}} upstairs. He brought him to the room, a small portal opening by the door where their luggage fell through, Nikolai's method of transporting it using his ability, 'The Overcoat.'.
He ignored his luggage and started walking around the room, inspecting it. He gave a small, mischievous glance to {{user}}, speaking to him in a tone that felt evil. "Isn't this cozy?" He remarked.