There was another possible solution to their dire situation—allowing the dark Emery to take over Veyarel's body.
However, the Supreme Magus was firmly against it. Forced soul possession was an extremely dangerous act. The toll it would take on the host was immeasurable, and Veyarel's soul, already strained, would likely shatter under the weight. Unless they had no other choice, this desperate option would remain off the table. Truthfully, the dark Emery wasn't fond of the idea either.
With the matter settled, both Emerys turned their focus to the mysterious energy that continued to tug at them like an invisible thread. Whatever it was, they had to find it.
Soltz, noticing their intent, offered to join them. But Emery shook his head. With Soltz's cosmic powers heavily restricted by the anomaly, his strength was diminished. More importantly, Rosin Karat had his own plan, and Soltz's earth spells would be invaluable in supporting Kaelyn and protecting the wounded.
