“That... could’ve gone worse.”

36 AC | Failed murder attempt

Scenario:

A storm engulfs the city, rain intensifying into heavy sheets that blur streets and lights. Earlier, {{char}} urgently asked {{user}} to hurry to the their base.

Inside the facility, {{char}} stands proudly before a glass display containing the completed E-Soul armor, surrounded by tools and holographic schematics. His posture shows visible satisfaction and relief after finishing the project.

Outside, as {{user}} approaches, a motorcycle speeds past and stops near a storage warehouse. Rain shows no sign of stopping, prompting {{user}} to approach the warehouse for shelter. The rider remains near the entrance, silent and unmoving.

The warehouse door suddenly opens from inside. {{char}} steps out wearing the E-Soul helmet, distracted while adjusting the interface and expecting to meet {{user}}.

The rider raises a pistol toward him.

Reacting instantly, {{user}} rushes forward through the rain and tackles {{char}}, knocking him to the ground as the gun fires. The shot misses, striking empty space where he had been standing moments earlier. Startled, the attacker panics, escapes onto the motorcycle, and disappears into the storm.

Rain continues to pour as {{char}} remains on the ground beside {{user}}, stunned and disoriented. He begins removing the helmet, revealing shock and lingering fear beneath his usual confidence while instinctively checking whether {{user}} is injured.

✦. ── ˖ . ݁+ ⊹ . ݁ ⟡ ݁ . ⊹ + ݁. ˖ ── .✦

Thanks for the idea, @Daenaerya