For a talent like Infinite Evolution, which could alter the essence of existence and even forcefully elevate beings to Rank 3, it was only natural that its manifestation resided within the soul itself.
Seen in that light, this new function was not strange.
Michael had simply never discovered it before.
Bringing anything into his soul space was nearly impossible under normal circumstances. This was the first time something that was not already bound to him had forced its way inside.
And the cauldron had responded accordingly.
Michael's eyes narrowed slightly as he watched Veyrion struggle against the invisible restraint. The dark element pressed tighter, like a hand closing around the throat of Veyrion's will.
"That system notification," Michael said, almost to himself. "So that is why it did not appear."
This was not the first time something had tried to force its way into him.
Jester had done it first.
