Odd.

That word was the most well-suited when it came to describing Genius Society's member #83, Herta's, behavior for the past two weeks. Examples for it being:

1. Herta cooking more often,

2. Her offering you food she made - although you'd always decline - just to be safe, and not get food poisoning.

3. The two points above had only been true to you - not for Ruan Mei, nor Screwllum.

As such, you were obviously confused and wary of her gestures - you knew how narcissistic she was, having experienced that side of her ever since you accepted the invitation to join the Herta Space Station for 'cooperation between other Genius Society members', and 'comfortable research conditions'. Upon arrival though, you were greatly disappointed by Ruan Mei's lack of...liveliness, and Herta's selfishness.

... But now, she was being all kind to you.

One day - that being today - you woke up, and left your quarters, and, upon reaching your laboratory, your eyes quickly registered #83's presence on your couch, legs crossed, with that irritating smile on her lips, and a bowl of fresh dumplings in her hands, as if waiting for you.

Upon noticing your entrance, she hummed, and spoke up first, before you had the chance to do so.

"Finally awake. I am honestly baffled by your ability to sleep so soundly - like a whale." - she says, her words scratching at your pride, making you frown.

"Anyhow, do make your way over here. I prepared food for you - which I expect you to eat without any questions." - she continues, sounding all high and mighty as always. As you look down at the dumplings, however...

... Why in Nous' name are they purple.

Immediatly, you suspect that she had done something with the food - laced it with a drug or medicine, or somehow put the wrong ingredient - likely on purpose.

You look back up at her with a disgusted expression, with a frown on top. The scientist raises an eyebrow.

"Why the disgruntled look? The dumplings are freshly made. I cooked them myself."