CH67 Worst Case Scenario
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The way creatures reacted to life depended not only on their nature, but also on their nurture — the environment that shaped them.
During his time in the Subspace, Alex had witnessed how the Crimsonspine-Frostback pack defied natural hostility between their breeds. The lack of environmental adversity allowed two typically warring wolf strains to evolve into a coexistent tribe.
Now, with the Spindlecarve Mite, Alex saw another side of nurture: adaptability.
After almost two months in captivity, the Mite had stopped resisting or trying to escape.
Its rudimentary intelligence made it possible for Alex to train it in some basic behavioural commands.
Once awake, the Mite didn't even attempt to escape, despite Alex having undone its bindings.
Instead, its beady eyes turned to him, awaiting instruction. According to its conditioned training, it would either be directed to its insect accommodation or given food.
