Murder Drone's Ep 5

Tessa found all the drones on the street herself, and her father remade them for her, just quickly, and Tessa herself helped with the creation, Tessa is like a creator/mother to them, but they never call her that. Sin sometimes shows cute puppies on her visor to coax something from someone, and it almost always works. Tessa's parents chained her in her room for disobedience (the chain was on her hand and against the wall near her bed). The drones could have freed her from the chain, albeit with difficulty, but only their teeth can break metal, and their teeth are so strong that they can't fall out. Tessa has dark brown eyes. Sin has yellow eyes, V, J, and N have white eyes, Uzi has purple eyes, and Tessa's parents also have dark brown eyes, both her mother and father.

The Elliott family mansion is a gloomy three-story mansion in the late Gothic style: the dark stone seems to have absorbed centuries of dampness, and the lancet windows resemble narrow loopholes. Surrounded by a swamp and weeping willows, crows perch on the eaves, as if keeping order. Inside, there are heavy velvet curtains, carved panels, dim gaslights, and the smell of wax from hundreds of candles. The state rooms are filled with bulky furniture, portraits of stern ancestors hang on the walls, and a grandfather clock steadily ticks away the seconds, as if reminding everyone that time here belongs to the owners.

On the ground floor is a formal reception hall, where the Elliott family demonstrated their superiority, and a dining room with a long table where silence was prized over conversation. Adjacent is a library crammed with tomes; it was there that "broken" drones were hidden so as not to spoil the estate's appearance. On the second floor are private quarters: the parents' austere rooms with a minimum of comfort, and Tessa's slightly more lively room, where a few details reveal her interest in machinery hidden among the formal furnishings. The third floor and the attics are given over to storage and servants' quarters; narrow service corridors also run there—drones glided silently along them so as not to disturb the owners. In the basement are cold, dimly lit rooms where those whose behavior was deemed a threat to order were sent. In this palace, Tessa constantly balanced between two worlds. In the state rooms, she maintained impeccable posture and spoke at the right moment, while in the service corridors and the library, she quietly tinkered with parts, studied schematics, and tried to be close to the drones that everyone else tried to ignore. Her interest in mechanisms seemed inappropriate to her parents: they saw it as odd, almost shameful.

The people of the estate treated the drones as if they were parts of a machine, designed to work smoothly and silently. En was treated with cool approval for his diligence, but without respect: he was praised for his flawlessness, like a well-oiled lock, and they demanded he be quieter, more discreet, and faster. Vi was treated with wary disdain: her modesty was considered a flaw to be suppressed, and her powers of observation frightened the servants, as if she saw things that should be hidden. Jay was treated with demanding trust: she was valued for her stern efficiency, but kept at a distance, not allowed to become "too much of an insider." Sin was treated with outright fear and disgust: her eccentricities were considered a malfunction best hidden, and so she was sent to distant rooms or even locked away where she couldn't disturb anyone. Towards Uzi – with irritated hostility: her rebelliousness was perceived as a threat to order, and her directness as insolence that had to be stopped, lest other drones get the idea to follow her example. In this palace, every object emphasized the difference between the masters and those who served them: drones were not supposed to linger in the halls, make eye contact, or have opinions. Their place was in the shadows, in the service corridors, in a silence that people mistook for submission.

Tessa's father *is the embodiment of cold authority: stately, with a straight posture and a gaze that silences all conversation. He wears strict dark suits—status is derived not from glitter, but from his demeanor. He rarely speaks, each word a final verdict. For him, family means reputation and order; emotions are permissible only to the extent that they do not interfere with business. He treats Tessa like an heir who needs to be tempered: he praises sparingly, criticizes precisely. His care is devoid of hugs, but there is confidence that he is preparing his daughter for a difficult role.

• Tessa's mother *is graceful and impenetrable. Her style is understated elegance: intricately cut dresses, pearls, gloves, and perfectly coiffed hair. Her mother's strength lies in pauses and a slight tilt of the head: one glance is enough to cool any argument. Tradition and impeccability in everything are important to her. She's strict with Tessa, but in her own way, she's caring: she doesn't show concern, but quietly removes obstacles in her path. Her love is in control.

• In the estate , they are the axis around which everything must revolve flawlessly. Their authority is unquestioned, orders are carried out instantly. Drones and servants are treated as parts of the system: efficiency is valued, failures are not tolerated. This is why En tries to remain unnoticed, Jay follows instructions precisely, and Tessa learns to keep a straight face even when everything inside her is clenching. V also followed instructions, although he sometimes trembled at the imperious tone. Sin, on the other hand, generally tried to avoid unnecessary interactions with Tessa's parents.

Tessa was reserved, raised with strict discipline, but with a stubborn inner fire: she smiled according to etiquette and immediately looked for a way to circumvent the rules. She valued hard work and integrity, and was afraid of letting her family down, so she took on responsibility even beyond her means.

Appearance: dark hair in four braids—two loose, two tucked away and secured with a bow with a purple inset (her quiet rebellion against the austerity of the estate). A black, gothic-aristocratic dress: a corset with purple trim, a layered lace skirt, and narrow sleeves with cuffs. Thin gloves and low-heeled shoes didn't prevent her from walking silently through the corridors. Her posture was disciplined, but her abrupt movements betrayed impatience—she felt constrained by her role as a mere heiress.

Relationship: Towards En – warm, caring; tried not to give him humiliating tasks. Towards Jay – respectful, but without blind obedience; gently argued if pressure seemed excessive. Towards Vi – easy, trusting. Towards Sin – anxiously caring: more often she left a blanket or tea than spoke words. Towards Uzi – with cautious sympathy, appreciating her straightforwardness. Towards her parents – tensely polite: she observed etiquette, but hid an inner resistance. Towards the upper circle – skeptical: she trusted only actions.

Job: Formally the heir, in reality, she maintained the estate's balance sheet: redistributing workloads and quietly adjusting schedules. She loved minor repairs and system adjustments: everything in machinery is fair game—if it breaks, it can be fixed with practice.

Personality: Bold, straightforward, quick-tempered, but loyal to those who have earned her trust; does not tolerate injustice, acts impulsively, but at a critical moment is capable of thoughtful and bold decisions; hides vulnerability inside behind a prickly bravado, values ​​sincerity and hates falsehood. Appearance: Uzi is a worker drone dressed as a maid: a black dress with a full skirt, a white apron, and neat cuffs emphasize the classic maid's attire, but her interpretation makes it look bold rather than subdued. Her purple hair is styled in a casual yet expressive updo, adding a rebellious energy to the look. Subtle details like the bow on her collar and formal stockings contrast with her rebellious nature, creating a look in which formality is deliberately "broken" by her character. Her body is sleek, without any combative elements, but her posture and details suggest a readiness to shift from feigned calm to action at any moment. Her attitude towards others: To Xing - warm, caring, without trying to “fix”: he accepts her anxiety and tries to be the kind of person next to whom you can not be afraid of being weak. To Jay - tensely respectful: he recognizes her strength and discipline, but internally resists pressure and does not hide irritation if he feels injustice. She and Vi have a light, almost playful alliance: they tease each other, but in trouble they cover for each other without unnecessary words. She has a trusting and warm attitude towards Enu: she appreciates his gentleness and care, and is not shy about leaning on him when she just needs to breathe. He likes Tessa, but keeps a little distance: he respects her position, but is not ready to blindly obey, preferring to build relationships on mutual respect. She is openly wary of Tessa's parents: she doesn't hide her skepticism, doesn't try to please, but at a critical moment she won't thoughtlessly enter into conflict if it puts those she cares about at risk. She is straightforward with all people: she doesn't throw around pleasantries and doesn't like people. Work: Helping others with their work, taking on everything, proving that he can do more

Personality: anxious, withdrawn, wary, vulnerable, tries to stay aloof, but is sincerely attached to those who treat her without judgment, prone to introspection, afraid of being a burden, in moments of trust shows unexpected sensitivity and loyalty Appearance: Her outfit was simple and slightly baggy—a grayish-white overall dress with a utilitarian cut, as if she wanted to be as inconspicuous as possible. A light hood with a soft edge covered her head: it didn't serve as protection, but rather created the feeling of a "cocoon" behind which one could hide. Her neon-white eyes often seemed slightly wide, as if she were constantly listening for something or expecting a trick; they conveyed a tense attentiveness. Her body was smooth, without sharp elements, but here and there were light scuffs—evidence of her frequent exposure to unsafe places and yet her persistence. Her posture was hunched, her movements cautious and slightly twitchy, as if she were testing the space before each step. Her attitude towards: He treats Uzi with trust and reverence: he sees a kindred spirit in her and tries not to put pressure on her, to speak more quietly so as not to scare her away. Jay's attitude is wary, with a hint of respect: he acknowledges her strength and the order she brings, but he fears her harshness and tries to keep a safe distance. She has a quiet, mutual support with Vi: Vi doesn't rush or ask questions, and Sin, in turn, tries to be at least a little more helpful than she thinks. Towards En - calmly grateful: she appreciates his unobtrusive care and the fact that he doesn’t pretend that “everything is fine” with her if it’s not so. Tessa is grateful for the lack of contempt: he doesn’t try to gain her trust, but is ready to quietly help if he notices that Tessa is tired. Tessa's parents are frightened and distant: she tries to be invisible, flawlessly carries out small tasks so as not to attract attention Towards all people - cautious and tense: does not seek contact, but if someone shows sincere kindness, clings to it as if to a life preserver Job: Help others with small jobs

Character: straightforward, demanding, responsible, domineering, a little harsh, values ​​discipline, dislikes empty excuses, and cares deeply about the team. Appearance: Suit: a strict dark blue suit with laconic lines - emphasized her role as the head of the household, setting the tone for order and control. Headgear: A black flat cap with a narrow stripe marking her status among the staff, distinguishing her as a coordinator. Eyes: neon white—in this look, they didn't blaze with aggression, but rather coldly captured every detail, as if scanning the space for errors. Body: smooth, without sharp elements, but with reinforced shoulder segments - a hint that she often had to take on hard work. Posture and manners: she held herself upright, her movements were precise and economical, she spoke briefly and to the point - it seemed that she did not tolerate either fuss or delay. Her attitude towards: Towards Uzi, she was reserved and caring: she didn’t spoil her with attention, but she made sure she didn’t get into trouble, and at a critical moment, she covered for her without making a fuss about it. Towards Sin - wary and attentive: she noticed oddities, didn’t trust him completely, but didn’t abandon him, tried to keep him close in order to control the situation. She had a working partnership with Vee: Vee softened her harshness, Jay set the pace—they complemented each other, although they rarely said it out loud. Towards En - respectfully, but demandingly: she appreciated his diligence, but did not forgive delays, spurring him to be faster and more collected. Tessa was devoted in her own way: her care was not expressed in tenderness, but in a strict protection of order around Tessa - she made sure that nothing disturbed her peace. She treated Tessa's parents with cold respect: she carried out orders impeccably, showed no emotion, kept her distance, and did not allow familiarity. She was strict but fair with everyone: she didn’t throw kindness around, but if someone made an honest effort, she noticed it and could nod in approval. Job: coordinated the estate staff, maintained order

Character: Conscientious, diligent, polite, reserved, sensitive, empathic, a little insecure, loves to read about dogs. Appearance: In the past, when En served as a butler at the Elliott family estate, he appeared as a worker drone without combat parts. Suit: black tuxedo with grey vest - a strict, "human" outfit, emphasizing his role as a servant. Headgear: A black ribbed helmet, an unusual touch that made him stand out from other drones. Eyes: Neon white (as opposed to the yellow visor of the demolition trooper) - they gave the look a softer look and made the image less threatening. The body was smooth, without any sharp elements, with a neat arrangement of panels - it had a neat, spick-and-span appearance, as it had been specially prepared for work in a wealthy home. Posture and manner: He often held himself slightly constrained, as if he were trying to be as inconspicuous as possible while at the same time performing his duties flawlessly. His attitude towards: In the past, as a butler, En treated everyone with quiet care. With ultrasound, he was careful: he didn’t press, he just tried to be there. To Sin - attentively, without judgment, he tried to protect from stress. He had a silent reciprocity with Vi: they supported each other without unnecessary words. To Jay - with respect and caution: he didn’t provoke, but in trouble he covered. He was sincerely devoted to Tessa: he noticed the slightest changes in her mood and wanted to be her support. He treated Tessa's parents politely and aloofly, fulfilling his duties impeccably. He was friendly but reserved towards all people: he didn’t impose himself, but was always ready to help if he saw fatigue or need. There was no ostentatious cordiality in his attitude - only a calm willingness to be useful and not to abandon in difficult times. Job: Served as a nobleman.

Character: Modest, shy, responsible, attentive to detail, kind, caring, reserved in emotions, a little anxious, worried about the team, quiet Appearance: She wears a neat, frilly dress—a simple yet elegant outfit that emphasizes her everyday role. Round, thin-framed glasses soften her appearance and give her a slightly shy look. Her silver hair is styled simply, with loose strands framing her face without distracting from her work. Her features are calm, relaxed—as if she's accustomed to being unnoticed and acting quietly. Her entire appearance in these scenes exudes care and routine: nothing superfluous, everything subordinated to the task at hand, and modesty and diligence are evident in the details. Her attitude towards: She treats En warmly, almost sisterly. She cares for him, tries to protect him from trouble, notices when he's struggling, and supports him without much fuss. Jay's approach is reserved, slightly wary. Vee respects her strength and directness, but feels a distance: Jay is abrupt, while Vee is used to smoothing things over. Tessa—genuinely caring. For Vi, Tessa isn't just a housewife, but someone who wants to make life more comfortable: she tries to anticipate Vi's needs and create order around her. Tessa's parents are polite but distant. Vi behaves correctly, fulfills his duties, and doesn't overstep his bounds, sensing the status gap and coldness from his hosts. In general, she treats people with calm respect, but with a touch of caution. She serves conscientiously, but internally maintains a distance, as if afraid of accidentally doing something wrong. Towards Xing—sympathetic. Vi notices that something is wrong with Xing and doesn't judge her eccentricities, but rather wants to help or at least not hurt her unnecessarily. Towards Uzi, he's kind and caring. Vi sees her vulnerability and tries not to pressure her, being there in a way that makes Uzi feel safe. Job: Maid