'We missed a piece, that's what.' Then, feeling his confusion, she added, 'We lack the final shard. The one containing Dusk's consciousness, remember?'
She said, and Orpal telepathically nodded for her to continue.
'It's like having his body but not his head. It's already a hassle as it is, but don't forget that we Horsemen are not like humans. Even if split apart and from a great distance, every piece of our body is still connected.
'Wherever Kelia is, she has done something that awakened Dusk's mind. The head is calling, and the body is trying to move. In other words, I ensured that Dusk's crystal *has* to stay with us, but it now *wants* to go to her.'
'I understand.' Orpal nodded. 'Is there anything I can do to help you?'
'Actually, yes.' She replied, surprised by his thoughtfulness. Night had expected him to whine and moan like usual, not to be helpful. 'Help me keep everything together. My crystal is also yours, and your willpower is as effective as mine.'
