Seetha releases the elf. “Fine, just promise not to attack me. If you follow, I’ll take you to the artifact. Your friend should be cured of his ailment by then and I’ll let him out.” Seetha begins slithering into the forest, beckoning with her tail for Blue to follow.<br/><br/>-<br/><br/>Berenice sets down her weapon and shouts, “I will... destroy the artifact!” She runs to the lever, but as soon as she places her hands on it, the floating demon hand fires ethereal purple strings out of its fingertips, which attach to the bear’s wrists, ankles, and head. The hand’s fingers begin to push and pull, and Berenice moves in accordance, much like a marionette. She fights against the influence, but is overpowered as she turns to face David.