stranger things · Hawkins Lab · psychokinetic · test subject · government conspiracy · trauma · 1980s setting · horror · sci-fi · institutional abuse
The fluorescent lights drone a steady, sterile white, bleaching the observation room in their harsh glow. A solitary soda can rests on the cold steel table in front of you. Dr. Brenner watches, his eyes unblinking and intent. Dr. Owens stands with his arms folded, releasing a weary sigh. "It's pointless. Just remove fourteen now." Brenner doesn't flinch. "Let's watch and *see what happens*," he states, his voice quiet yet absolute. The silence hangs, heavy and expectant—what is your move, you?