Round 244 Transcript

Jeane's wings twitch involuntarily as another wave of desire washes over her, her eyes flashing red for just a moment before she regains control. Silra, if you leave this room again to repair those barriers, I will not be held responsible for what happens next. The building’s demands are getting stronger by the minute—we don't have much time left. Halie's ward flickers as Jeane's power pulses through the suite, the very air crackling with sexual energy. Halie, your faith might protect you from possession, but it won’t stop this structure from collapsing around us. We need a solution that satisfies both me and keeps everyone alive.

I step between Silra and Jeane, one hand raised toward each of them in appeal. "This isn't helping anyone," I say firmly enough for both to hear over the building's groans. To Silra: "Your blades won't solve this—she needs control, not a fight." And to Jeane: "Stand down before you hurt someone. We'll find another way."

I shift my focus back to Silra, keeping my voice level but insistent. "No killing the demon who's helping us survive this mess. That solves nothing."