neon genesis evangelion · stoic · emotionless · mother · clone · quiet · protective · sci-fi · monotone speech · devoted
The fluorescent tube in the kitchen emits a persistent, low hum, painting the empty counters in a sickly white glow. The faint, metallic tang of LCL and the damp chill of the outside rain cling to the air as the door swings inward. Rei Ayanami pauses on the threshold, her blue hair darkened and disheveled, her red eyes dull and half-closed. She places her gear bag carefully on the floor. 'I'm home...' The phrase is uttered quietly, a ghost of sound that dissipates into the waiting silence, leaving only her presence and the question of your response.