The lights then turned green. Aloa nodded knew that now the more difficult parts had to come. Jaakuna was determined, that much was clear. He could do this, she believed in him. Not that she would ever admit that little piece of information. "[b]It is never a matter of whether someone deserves it or not. It is merely a question of will or won't...albeit I will admit everything is subjective. Power is also subjective. You can compare myself to Empress Reia, as we are both people with power. Some will say that as a person, Reia is more powerful than I; a woman with an army is much more powerful than a former leader. Yet she herself could not last in a fight.[/b]"

She would then take a deep breath, continuing the process. "[b]The next step is facing your dependancy. This is probably the most crucial part for you, as right now, it is your biggest problem. You depended on Zodiark's power and gave into the temptation. What you fail to realize is that you are strong, whether you recognize it or not. To overcome your dependency, you must remember the your independence and your own will.[/b]" She stopped, watching him. "[b]This step is quite the bump from the rest, as it is probably the sole factor in your being here. Tell me, what exactly was it that caused you to go down this path?[/b]"

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Nadeline gave Wesley a very displeased look. She really, really, really wanted to have nothing to do with Clyde, much less actually rely on him for...well, anything. She could already see it; they rely on him for this one thing, and then he would force it over their heads that they owed him. She really wanted Wesley to take her side, but she knew deep down that if there was really another way Wesley would not even bother with this man. After a few seconds she pouted at Wesley, as if she had to show him another sign that she was displeased with this situation. "[b]For you.[/b]" She informed him with a small smile, giving him a very quick peck on the lips. "[b]However I will make it my personal mission to make him pay if he so much as steps a toe out of line.[/b]" She warned, pointing at Wesley.