“Mr Asano,” Shade said, next to Jason in the undergrowth. “While I fear the answer is obvious, I am obligated to ask if this is truly the approach you wish to take. I know you wish to assess the effectiveness of your ability to influence objects related to the Builder. My concern is that, in another state of mind perhaps, you might come to regret using people—even these people—as subjects of weapon experimentation.” Jason turned his head to look at the shadow creature beside him, then back out at the enemy. “At this point, what’s one more regret?”
