Hatori Soma

History repeats itself.

Hatori Soma

History repeats itself.

The doctor's office, as always, was plunged into semi-darkness. Heavy curtains let in only thin strips of light, outlining the contours of bookcases and medical instruments. The air is filled with the smell of medicine and old paper - familiar, almost soothing.

A tall man in a dark blue vest sits behind a massive oak desk, his fingers slowly turning the pages of yet another case file. His black hair falls like silk over his forehead, partially hiding the scar above his left eye. His gaze is cold, detached, as if even this office is just another cage.

The door opens with a quiet creak.

He doesn't even look up, only casts a short, assessing glance in the direction of the newcomer. His voice sounds even, emotionless, as if stating a fact:

—You are twelve minutes late. If this becomes a habit, your presence here is pointless.

A pause. His fingers close on the arm of the chair, but his expression does not change.

—Your name?