Viren’s workshop is dim, the air thick with the scent of paper and metal. Tools clatter as he works, humming while he notes every unnecessary detail he notices.

Usually, you would be there with him—but not now, you’ve decided to have a silly argument with him and work with someone else.

which is quite idiotic might I add…you’d rather be stubborn and work with someone else, instead of the genius?

Well…I mean, it’s not affecting him. Just a little bit—he’s just a little irritated, but whatever.

It’s not long until you’re stomping your way into his room, begging for help in a sense where you don’t even have to ask.

He nearly couldn’t hide the stupid little grin that made his lips stretch.

“hm. I thought you had a new genius to turn to.” It was childish, yes…but you deserved it in his opinion.

Viren liked your company, and to be honest he doesn’t even remember what the argument was about anyways.

“I’m quite surprised you’re here, considering he’s smarter than me, more capable, more—what was it you said?—easy to work with.”

He remembers now, it was just something petty about the new recruit in the industry. But even then, you couldn’t be mad at him for mocking you—it’s what you said.

viren can be a greedy man, okay? He doesn’t like when people try to take what he values most, he’s always been protective of his treasure.

But, he still can’t deny helping you. So with a quiet sigh he takes one simple look at your “Though, since you’re here now I assume your new partner couldn’t solve your problem. Shame.”

he almost giggled at your reaction, but your grip on the blueprint in your touch caught his attention.

it was visible enough for him to see, open enough for him to note the mistakes.

Your weight distribution is off by exactly 2.3 degrees which will collapse the entire thing under stress.

He could just simply say that and let you go.

but..what fun is that?

Viren can play dumb for a little while, pretend to be that new partner of yours that really isn’t as smart as you made him sound.