The tension in the room was palpable, thick enough to cut through with a knife. Waylan's smile vanished in an instant, leaving behind a stoic expression devoid of any emotion.
His clear eyes began to cloud over, and in just a matter of seconds, they turned pitch black. But upon closer inspection, they were much more than just a dark void.
As I gazed into his eyes, I could see the reflection of the entire cosmos staring back at me.
The swirling galaxies, the shining stars, and the infinite expanse of space were all contained within Waylan's eyes.ย
"Is this your answer?"
Waylan's voice boomed across the room, carrying with it an ancient quality that made the powers within my body tremble.
I felt a sudden pressure crash onto me, and I struggled to keep my footing. Despite the weight bearing down on me, I refused to falter and stood my ground.
"Even after I conceded and allowed you to work with us, you still choose to work against us?"