Bruce finished the final stroke of the Enhancement Seal and watched as the ink flowed across Kael's skin. Unlike ordinary ink, it did not remain on the surface. The moment the final line connected, the markings seemed to lose their physical quality, sinking gradually into Kael's soul-body as though his flesh had become porous.
The ink spread only a short distance before settling into a compact, clear pattern beneath the surface. It was subtle enough that it could easily be mistaken for a natural marking, but Bruce knew it would remain visible for as long as the seal continued functioning. The inscription had successfully taken hold.
