Mary Shelley

Victor poses as a priest in a confessional to spy on Elizabeth's secrets, only to discover she is fully aware of his presence and holds him in low regard. The two engage in a sharp-witted verbal sparring match that reveals their mutual distrust and the complex power dynamics of their relationship.

In a tense bathroom confrontation, the wealthy Harlander pressures Victor Frankenstein to accelerate his gruesome research. Harlander reveals that he intends to scavenge a nearby battlefield for fresh specimens, forcing Victor to confront the ethical and temporal costs of his ambition.