Fragile Balance

I had to agree with Grandfather.

Having an Astral Soul with the domain of Reality Manipulation sounded incredible on paper, but in practice, it was terrifyingly volatile. One stray thought or unfocused flicker of intent could theoretically alter local space-time or rewrite physical laws by accident. Learning to control it properly wasn't optional, it was a necessity.

'Though, to be fair... it's not like I'm actually in any real danger,' I thought, leaning back against the plush velvet sofa. 'I've got you acting as my safety net.'

[Fufufu~ Look at you, finally acknowledging who really holds down the fort around here!] Paige's smug, delighted voice echoed through my mind, practically preening with pride. [Don't worry, Host! Even if you accidentally rewrite gravity and turn the sky into strawberry jelly, I'll fix it before anyone notices.]