Cain/SCP-073 walked beside Maki Haruse/SCP-073-B, his expression clouded with unease. Maki glanced up at him, her eyes filled with worry, haunted by their recent encounter with Lilith/SCP-336. The sudden onset of Cain's headache caught Maki by surprise, and she reached out instinctively as he stumbled and fell.
Bes/SCP-208, a stout figure with an aura of calm, quickly joined them, helping to carry Cain to the infirmary. Despite his assurances, Maki remained uneasy, her gaze drawn to the glowing symbol on his forehead.
Maki rushed to find Dr. Klein and Professor Crow, hoping for answers about Cain's past. But as SCP-076-2, known as Able, breached containment, panic erupted. Cain, his strength returned, fought valiantly to protect Maki.
Able, with his imposing frame and eyes like burning coals, moved through the chaos with deadly precision. His blade, gleaming ominously, struck both Cain and Maki simultaneously. Though Cain withstood the blow, Maki gasped in pain, blood staining her shirt.
Maki, driven by desperation, used her magical card to teleport away, her heart aching as she left Cain behind. His anguished cry echoed in her mind, urging her to survive. She found herself in a locker area, hiding as Able prowled nearby.
Her fear paralyzed her, memories of past battles and her less-than-ideal life flashing before her eyes. Maki clutched a chainsaw, the weight of it grounding her in the present. Her mind screamed for action, but her body refused to obey.
Able found Maki, his presence a looming threat. In a surge of rage, Maki roared to life, wielding the chainsaw with ferocity. Her body moved with a fluidity born of desperation and the inspiration of anime battle scenes.
The fight was brutal, each blow a testament to Maki's determination. Despite being outmatched, she pushed herself beyond her limits, her vision narrowing to a singular focus: survival. With a final, desperate swing, she decapitated Able, collapsing in tears.
Maki awoke to find Cain at her bedside, his expression a mix of relief and concern. Her body ached, a testament to the battle she'd survived. Cain asked how she felt, his voice gentle.
Maki replied with a wry smile, dismissing his praise. The silence between them was heavy, filled with unsaid words. As Cain embraced her, she felt the warmth of his concern, though her heart was still burdened by their complex situation.
Maki confronted Cain about his past, her voice tinged with bitterness. His story of jealousy and regret resonated with her, a mirror of her own struggles. Her laughter was broken, a dark victory over her past tormentors.
Cain held her, his words a balm to her wounded soul. He reminded her of her worth, urging her to fight the darkness within. As tears fell, Maki apologized, seeking forgiveness. Cain stroked her head, promising to stand by her side.
The story of Maki's bravery spread, whispers of potential training for humanoid SCPs echoing in the corridors. Confusion lingered, but Maki knew she was not alone in her journey. Together, they would face whatever lay ahead, their bond forged in the fires of adversity.
