☀️ Arselia and Akonia

— This is a specimen of a parasite species I once discovered. I called them "chillworms" because of where they live – in the cold, cave pools of the north. There is another way, but... it's not suitable for you. Don't misunderstand me, but if I try to expel the evil influence from you, you will be expelled along with it.

Oh, come on, I can just summon myself back, that's all.
Ignoring the part about expulsion, Merel returned to the parasite.
- And how many of these do you have? - the astrologer's mind was filled with questions. - Do you bring them, or have they adapted to the local conditions and reproduce here? And how long do they live, including inside a person? What if he suddenly dies while it's inside and somehow harms the person, or eats his brain while he's still alive, or something? - Merel continued. - I understand that there are too many questions, but I can't help but ask.