Caution is a good thing. Jeff is right, as much it pains him. Completely and fully right. Some things should be left alone. The unknown in Matthis. The unknown in the Fold. Merzost itself. The Darkling narrows his eyes, turning his gaze back to the mirror.

"I have very specific capabilities. Even here, controlling shadows comes easily. So why not these?" A motion to the mirror, a motion to the shadows. Have a look if you want, Jeff, it's extremely disconcerting.

"There are three options: one, this isn't a shadow, nor is it darkness. It's something else. Two, I am somehow incapable of using my power fully in this space, like you've said--however, in any other place, including this room, I can and quite easily. Three, there is something out there...better...than myself." It hurts, admitting that's even a possibility. His lip quirks into an almost smile, a flash before it disappears.

"Let's hope your option is the correct one."