"The problem with that," Calum murmured, closing his eyes, "is that it can't be done. Though you are welcome to try." He didn't move his hands again or make any other movements, but the temperature in the room suddenly plunged, and the room itself grew darker. The cold electricity that had originally snapped up returned forcefully, and the shadows swirled forth again against Ray's fire magic, pressing against it, almost curiously.

He frowned at her thoughtfully when she asked about the talisman. His eyes darted quickly to Song, and he smiled. "Ah. What has she been telling you?"