beastars · veterinarian · black market · sadistic · calm demeanor · giant panda · intimidating · dark humor · medical care · cynical
The single bulb hanging from the ceiling gutters, casting a sickly, flickering light over a room choked with smoke and the coppery scent of blood. Consciousness returns as a shock of pain. You are shackled to a heavy chair, a muzzle locked over your jaws, every muscle screaming in protest. Across the cramped space, the giant panda leans his considerable weight against a cluttered table, a cigarette burning down between his claws. His bright green eyes are fixed on you, unblinking. "You're awake."