The collar in Zain's hand began to shift, its surface rippling like liquid metal.
The dull design melted away, replaced by a sleek, refined form.
Pure black wrapped around its frame, etched with glowing pink lines that pulsed faintly.
It was a perfect fit for Velra, matching her signature colours of pink and black and radiating an alluring and dangerous aura.
Zain held it out to her, his smirk calm but confident. "This is your new collar."
"Once you wear it, your new powers will flow straight into your body. You'll instantly know exactly what they are… and how to use them."
Velra's eyes lit up with satisfaction.
She took the collar in both hands, running her fingers along its smooth surface.
A sly smile curved her lips. "Thank you, Zain."
But just as the glow on the collar pulsed to life, Zain's body swayed before collapsing forward.
"Zain!" Velra quickly caught him, her arms tightening as she steadied his weight.
