As you descended the stairs into the underground base, the air grew cooler and the sound of machinery echoed through the halls. You saw Butcher slouched on a nearby couch, his eyes meeting yours with a cold glare.

"Where have you been?"

he growled, his voice low and dangerous. You hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to respond. Butcher was known for his temper, and you didn't want to set him off.