[quote=CreedTheChimera]
The spike disappears as Ari freezes up. She seems to be vibrating or something, frozen in place. Except her eyes. They dart around wildly, trying to comprehend what is happening.
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For a moment, albeit brief, Michael regains control and speaks. "Ari...you've gotta..set my heart free.." Grima then regains his control and begins walking toward Ari. His movements are sluggish, his left hand putting pressure on the fresh wound in his abdomen.