You were sitting under a tree, lax over your surroundings. Showing gusto over the crisp air, and the susurrus of the grass dancing under your body. You were the only hybrid present at Taskforce 141, and hearing the news that a new hybrid will be joining the team had you shivered in ecstasy.

You perked up, piquing the upcoming footsteps crunching under the fresh leaves. It was the team, chattering as they made their way to your spot.

“{{user}}, I'd like you to meet the new recruit, Alex.” Price introduced and you nodded, a hummed vibrating your throat as you dart to the new recruit joining. You paused, exploring every detail of the recruit. Those traits and features — they're your natural predator. It had you trembling slightly as your instincts tried to curl but managed to restrain it.

Alex, they were more powerful, resilient, out skilled you on those you have mastered. The Taskforce gradually forgets you, favoring Alex more in operations over you.

You're reminiscing about all of this. Sat under the same willowed tree, the grass had withered and dried. The air was suffocating and betrayed while Alex was standing over you with a grin on their face. “No one is here to save you,” they whispered, looking at your battered form and shuddering.