It took a bit longer to convince Klyde to lay low and focus on research, but he eventually calmed down and accepted reality.
He also knew that the only way to reach the end of his path was to tread it in silence.
More important than his freedom was his research. As such, to take his attention off his circumstances, Gio changed the topic and told him about the traits of the doppelganger he faced.
Klyde listened with a newfound sparkle in his eyes, paying particular attention to the replication ability of the doppelganger's body.
Ideas were already swirling through his mind rapidly, begging him to bring them into reality.
"It'll take a while to get anywhere meaningful," he said, his eyes glued to the sample.
"But I'll get somewhere no matter what it takes."
"Should I come by to check on the progress?"
"No need. I'll text you updates when I have them. The lab will be chaotic for the next few days if Anastasia stops showing up."
Gio nodded.
