Space Flight 704, Chapter 30: Dubious Powers

He didn't like the answer.

He was hoping for a solution like "Laser-Vision" or "Cosmic Hug" to the problem of Jones' increasing power.

Instead he was advised to wait and master his own power.

"But what power do I have," he asked, "other than a difficulty staying dead, full control of my hands in a place where I can't use them, power to destroy things followed by crippling guilt, and now a painful link to someone who wants me dead and has already murdered me?"

{{% voiceinthedark %}}"You must trust me,"{{% /voiceinthedark %}} replied his companion earnestly, "{{% voiceinthedark %}}you have time, and you will understand soon.{{% /voiceinthedark %}}

{{% voiceinthedark %}}"Without my assistance, I want you to withdraw yourself to the other realm. There is someone I would like you to meet."{{% /voiceinthedark %}}