Pelion's fingers twitched, once, twice, then again, slower this time.
Floren's smile didn't fade. He simply watched, waiting, studying Pelion for any sign that he might break free from the illusion.
Then, suddenly, Pelion's body stirred.
As movement returned to his limbs, he didn't hesitate. His hand shot forward, straight into his own chest.
Floren's eyes widened.
Pelion tore his heart free and held it up between them, blood dripping from his fingers
Floren's eyes narrowed. "What are you…?"
Before Floren could finish, Pelion's grip tightened. With a sickening crunch, he crushed his own heart.
Not a flicker of pain crossed his face.
Floren's brows drew together. "You're insane."
Pelion's grin only widened, even as the life seemed to drain from his body. "Now you're getting it."
A sudden flicker of black flame ignited within his chest.
[Black Phoenix Rebirth]
The fire spread rapidly, consuming him from within.
