In Site-19's atrium garden, there was only one elevator—primarily for downward cargo transport.
Due to its security risks, access was strictly controlled.
Most personnel used the stairs.
But today, Luo Shu had a plan.
He recalled:
During SCP-096's breach in the original timeline, IR1901 had slipped into this elevator to reach Sublevel-5 (SCP-035's containment).
Conclusion:
SCP-126's perception filter could bypass the weight sensors.
Now, with two technicians hauling a new glass container for SCP-035, Luo Shu slipped in behind them.
The elevator's AI chimed:
"Declared weight: 189 kg. Actual weight: 189 kg. Verification passed. Descending to Sublevel-5."
Success.
Soon, they arrived at Sublevel-5—the official one, housing SCP-035.
Luo Shu followed the technicians to SCP-035's unit.
The hallway was silent, the SCP-148 (Mindshield Alloy) repairs complete.
Two guards stood sentry.
After ID checks, the group donned specialized ear protection and entered.
Luo Shu, shielded by SCP-148's passive effects, strolled in unchallenged.
Inside, SCP-035's grinning face ranted:
"You think this cage holds me? I'll escape! Just wait—"
No memory of the aborted XK-class event.
The technicians used extended robotic arms to transfer SCP-035 to its new container, avoiding its 2-meter influence radius.
Luo Shu, curious, stepped into the danger zone.
Instantly, SCP-035's expression shifted to glee.
"Who's there? I feel you! Come closer! Wear me! Rule the world!"
Mental bombardment.
Even with SCP-148's protection, Luo Shu's mind buzzed with static.
But—
"Anomalous Nemesis" milestone (10% resistance) dulled the assault.
Annoying, not overwhelming.
No urge to don the mask.
A revelation.
SCP-035 could sense but not control him.
A bold idea sparked.