"Such qualities, such potential... It would be a shame to waste it all on mortal struggles and confusion."
Shire's voice lowered, yet grew more piercing. Each syllable seemed to carry a cold weight, striking at the listener's defenses.
"I have observed you for a time, from within the Shadow... You are no stranger to the power of the 'Shadow,' and even... bear a 'mark' from my Domain. This is good."
"How about becoming my Divine Envoy?"
Her invitation was direct and plain, yet it held an authority that permitted no refusal.
"I shall grant you the Authority to peer into the true Shadow, the freedom to walk the rifts of oblivion, and... Power from the primordial night, far beyond what you can currently imagine."
