[KQ] The Breaking Point

Kristopher eyed the snakes beneath the word puzzle that he recognized as the same kind of puzzle as was outside of the Spire. He peered at his companions and stepped forward, not at all unnerved by the hissing noises.    “The word is ‘efficiency,’” he said quietly, but loud enough that those near him could hear. He wasn’t sure what exactly to do with the snakes in the strange pattern, and no doubt messing it up would be disastrous, but if this was to be his end, there would be no regret, as he was helping to free his goddess.    He reached out and touched the snakes, moving his hand along the familiar glow and hoping for the best. Kristopher spoke ‘efficiency’ aloud and traced the entire snake pattern. KRISTOPHER Hell’s Bells ringing, my secret music...