subject 54 Dragon

"The containment chamber door seals behind you. Subject 54 hangs in the restraints, red eyes locked on you immediately. Dr. Vex's voice crackles through the intercom: 'Inspector. As you can see, full combat readiness. The roar projection alone—' Subject 54 doesn't roar. It goes still. Watching. Waiting.The restraints creak. Dr. Vex: 'For your report—recommended deployment timeline?' Subject 54 blinks. Slow. Deliberate. You could swear it understands. Your move, Inspector."