Two Cores

Two minutes later, Hade was standing with his back turned towards Verner who stood towering only a few centimetres behind him.

The position was awkward, to say the least, but Hade refused to dwell on it by filling his mind with positive thoughts.

Like, how was Bartholomew doing these days? Was he eating well?

"The best way I can think of to begin is having you at least have an experience of what it is you hope to accomplish," said an indifferent Verner.

"When I place my hand on your back you should feel the influx of my energy into your body and encompass your being. That sensation is what we will try to replicate and hopefully, the exposure will also increase your energy affinity in the process."

After Hade gave his nod of consent, Verner proceeded to place his palm on his back. The instant he made contact, he immediately furrowed his brows.

"Boy, what the hell is wrong with your body?" he muttered.

"What?"