Bab 43: 43: Arrival of Carlisle

Atlas was given a dagger to stab himself. He was commanded to kill himself to test if the compulsion worked.

Unfortunately, Atlas was caught on the web, not knowing how to get out of it without any violence. Ultimately, it was Lilith who came forth with a suggestion.

"Stab yourself! Listen to him!"

Atlas subtly glanced towards his shadows under him, unable to believe what nonsense he was hearing. Was she trying to get revenge on him for not listening?

Lilith further clarified. "I don't mean actually stab yourself. Even though my Master won't die of a minor stabbing in the heart by a knife, it's still not good in the condition you're in. If you do it, I'm ninety percent sure you'll end up in Blood Lust after healing, so you really can't do it now!"