Chapter 10

Silence enveloped the place, with complete darkness prevailing in the extremely cold environment. It was a place where visibility was limited to fleeting moments when a rotating red beam illuminated the surroundings. The silence was punctuated by the smell of strong disinfectants used to sterilize the area. This solitary place was dreaded at night, except for one person who was obligated to be there — the guard entrusted with keeping its secrets.

This guard, handpicked by Victor himself, remained shrouded in mystery. No one knew his true identity or the purpose behind this dark place. The guard adhered to strict rules, only entering to clean and sterilize the massive drawers that loomed in the frigid atmosphere. Tall iron structures stood in the middle, emanating an intense cold that hinted at severe frost. Each table had a rectangular surface, upon which various sterile dissection tools were neatly arranged. 

The guard’s clothing was attuned to specific times and c