Toaster

Panel 1

Token approaches the toaster holding one slice of bread. Dorian raises a tiny hand.

Dorian: “Before you press that—”

Token pauses and looks at Dorian.

Panel 2

Dorian presents a thick binder whose cover reads POTENTIAL TOAST OUTCOMES.

Dorian: “Safety is important.”

Token looks from Dorian to the binder.

Panel 3

Token silently lowers the bread. Dorian places a clear safety cover over the toaster.

Dorian remains carefully focused; Token’s mouth returns to a tiny defeated dash.

Panel 4

Token eats the cold bread. The toaster is unplugged inside exactly three nested clear containers. Dorian watches anxiously through the glass.

Token accepts breakfast; Dorian continues monitoring the toaster.