Here is the promised snippet for my WIP 'Dr. Reader studies Shimmer!Kane & Shimmer!Lena (and also has sex with them because duh)'
tagging @my-secret-shame and @reallyrallyauthor because you both (technically) voted for it
It seemed wise to talk to the two subjects as a pair first. The head researcher had noted that their dynamic was fascinating, not quite codependent or symbiotic but close.
It was a little strange at first. Subject B would be the one to actually hold the conversation, the choice of words confirming a brilliant scientific mind. Subject A remained quite subdued, only speaking when spoken to directly and only ever answering in a few words, bordering on monosyllabic.
The most unnerving part was the eyes. Neither subject looked away, their gazes focused solely on you, irises shimmering in a kaleidoscope of color.
It was fascinating but left you uneasy most days.
Over time talking to the subjects became easier. You liked to think they were warming up to you.