Chapter 4179: Tezka’s Warning (Part 2)

“Narchat will be dead before you perfect your technique,” Tezka continued, “but that doesn’t make it any less dangerous.”

“That’s… something to think about.” Fyrwal silently thanked fate that the Harmonizer project lagged behind the rise of the Dead King. “What would you suggest?”

“The same approach as the Master.” Tezka’s expression hardened, his voice turning cold. “Power shouldn’t be given freely. Only a few—like Lith—can wield it responsibly. You need to be just as selective in choosing your candidates, Fyrwal.

“And in your case, I strongly recommend excluding individuals like me from future trials. Don’t involve them in any stage of your research. Otherwise, before you realize it, you may have helped create the next Arthan.”

The Elder Hydra wanted to argue, but no response came to mind that wouldn’t sound naïve or foolish.

“I never thought I’d see the day an Eldritch would lecture us about the dangers of unchecked power,” Menadion said as she joined them, sparing Fyrwal from answering. “Still… he has a point.”