Shade raised his glass of juice:
"Put that way, the authority of the Red Moon overlaps somewhat with the authority of creation."
"Yes, but they are not entirely the same. Most of the knowledge you acquired from me in the past was related to combat, and that does not properly reflect the Red Moon's fundamental nature. Your Transformation Spell, [Active Mud], which turns soil into flesh, and [Blood Seed Parasitism], which you obtained from the Doppelganger, are better representations of the Red Moon's power."
As Daniste spoke, she used her fork to pick up half a steak and toss it onto the floor. The steak squirmed, then actually transformed into a red rabbit that ran to Shade's feet.
Shade sensed it for a moment:
"Though it has no soul, it is filled with Life Force and spirituality. This isn't a simple transformation."
"This is a mutation of flesh caused by the Red Moon."
Daniste explained:
"I know you do not have much need for this sort of power, but to gain a deeper understanding of the Moon's essence, you need to come into contact with this aspect of its power now that you are a ten-ring sorcerer."
The two continued discussing the Moon while eating their late-night snack. The steak was not wasted, because Daniste truly was somewhat hungry. The night's exertion had been too intense, and she intended to continue with the second half later, so naturally she needed to restore her strength.
After finishing their late-night snack, Daniste, who felt she still needed to rest a while longer, went with Shade to the study again. She asked Shade to hold her as they read through books together.
Since they had just discussed the essence of the Red Moon, Daniste, enjoying the pleasantness of the night, told Shade a