An autistic man’s ADHD is threatening to take over and turn him evil, it has been rumoured.
Henry Jekyll, 50, is said to be a well-respected doctor and all-round top bloke, even if he never shows up to work drinks and can’t stop talking about leopard geckos. When Jekyll is understimulated, however, a demonic presence wrests control of his body, turning him into the dopamine-hungry Mr Hyde – who’ll do anything for a bit of novelty.
Jekyll said: “I’ve found a job that brings me purpose and fulfilment, with colleagues who recognise and appreciate my differences. I’ve worked hard to build a life that doesn’t consistently burn me out, and I feel like I’ve finally found my way in the world. I’ve had my struggles, but generally – ”
Hyde interjected: “Generally, life is boring as shit. I’ve got a sink full of dishes I’ve only just remembered are there, 30 half-finished playthroughs of Baldur’s Gate 3, and a pounding headache which I think is because I haven’t drunk any water since July. Am I in my overdraft? Yes. Do I need another takeaway tonight lest I pass away from starvation? Also yes.”
“How long am I going to keep this up? Until I overdo it and get overstimulated, at which point I’ll give that dweeb his body back.”
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