[Sarah_K_O_M]

The creature let out a laugh that was like two knives grinding together and went to move closer.

"Hey, leave him the fck alone!" Gabrielle snarled. "I'm right here if you want to pull sht like that. You want to fck with someone, at least go for a challenge!"

"I'm only playing." the creature said serenely. It took one last inhale, then straightened up. "We will see you soon. You'll make such good friends."

And with that, it limped out of the room.