Geologist Examining Folded Marble Bands Before Dawn

Neon-blue and violet reflections wash over the rugged face of a coastal cliff in Ason, Kathmandu, illuminating thick bands of folded marble. A geologist stands at the base, their posture bent forward in methodical observation of the stone's stratification. The rock layers twist in tight, concentric curves, their surfaces smooth yet cracked by the turn of seasons. Above, dramatic clouds hang low and heavy, their undersides catching the faint artificial glow from the valley below. The light creates sharp contrasts between the cool stone tones and the vibrant, unnatural hues of the neon spill. A chalk mark on a nearby rock face stands out against the grey mineral texture.