One Who Brings Forth Ruin

'Unlike you, my power hasn't diminished. Not since the eons you sealed me away. With the strength I possess, saving her would be as effortless as lifting a finger.'

Alister's body trembled, his fists clenching weakly. Despite the pain wracking his body, he managed to force out a hoarse, instinctive reply.

"No..."

The voice chuckled darkly.

'Ah, how predictable. Even with your memory hazy, you still cling to that stubbornness. I see why you sealed me away... because you feared me.'

Alister gritted his teeth, forcing himself to focus as he responded.

"If I was forced to seal you away..."

"Then you must be a lot more... problematic to deal with than you're letting on."

The voice laughed again.

'Problematic? Perhaps. Dangerous? Most certainly. But even you can't deny the truth, brother.'

It paused, the weight of its words sinking in before continuing.