Rita hears what he's saying, but still she shakes her head, defiant. From somewhere in her mind, she hears a strange voice.
You who possess the Spark of Knowledge... One who would use reason and understanding to change the course of the world... Will you use the power of your soul to fight for the preservation of life?
Of course she will. There's no question.
The light grows brighter, and when Rita reaches for it, it takes on a physical form. Pulling her hand away from her chest, she reveals an amulet with an orange jewel, still emitting a gentle glow. "My soul...?" She's calmer than just moments ago, her awakening Spark allowing rational thought to begin to push back against the fear. "Close. It's my Spark." Though she says it with certainty, there's astonishment in her expression.
The good news is that she definitely isn't dying. Not now, and not anytime soon.
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One who would use reason and understanding to change the course of the world...
Will you use the power of your soul to fight for the preservation of life?
Of course she will. There's no question.
The light grows brighter, and when Rita reaches for it, it takes on a physical form. Pulling her hand away from her chest, she reveals an amulet with an orange jewel, still emitting a gentle glow. "My soul...?" She's calmer than just moments ago, her awakening Spark allowing rational thought to begin to push back against the fear. "Close. It's my Spark." Though she says it with certainty, there's astonishment in her expression.
The good news is that she definitely isn't dying. Not now, and not anytime soon.