-10 Minutes Ago-

After Skylar had caught BB and had taken the wires, she helped finish setting up the stage for the party. Skylar backs up from the stage and looks around. She admires the work that each and every person put in for this party to be complete. She smiles warmly at how much they got done in such a short time. Just as Skylar is ready to go grab everyone for the party, she feels a strange tugging. She gets confused and looks around, eventually stopping in the direction of Office 1. Skylar scratches her head, confused, when Marion floats up next to her and says "You feel that?" Skylar is uncertain of what he means, and just raises an eyebrow. Marion glances at her and says "That tugging feeling?" Skylar's eyes widen, then she nods. Marion looks at the direction of the tug and says "That tugging is something only magic users can feel. It tells us if magic is being used in close proximity, or large amounts. Judging from what i feel, this is both close and powerful."

Marion stares on as he feels the tug die down, only to be replaced by a powerful pull. Marion glares at the wall as he feels a transformation spell activate. He wants to check what is happening, and decides to investigate. Marion looks over at Skylar and says "I am going to check on that power source. Keep an eye on everyone." Skylar nods as Marion drifts into the hallway.

Marion sticks to the shadows of the ceiling as he follows the energy signature. He can feel it dying down, but it is lingering. He knows that a lingering spell only means trouble and he hurries forward. This old yet familiar experience brings back some magic teachings Marion learned when he was alive.

-FLASHBACK-

A younger Vincent looked at his two sons and says "Alright you two, we are going to learn about magic sensing and the energy emitted from spells." Vincent glances at his sons to see if they have an questions. Seeing no hands, he continues and says "Sensing spells is very easy, as any magic user or spiritual entity can feel magic being used unconsciously. It is determining the type of spell, its strength and its location that is more difficult. If you feel a slight tug, the spell is either weak, or far away. The way to tell the difference is if the tug changes strength as you turn your head. If the tug grows stronger in one direction and weaker in another, it is a far away spell. If it is the same in any direction you turn your head, it is a weak spell."

Vincent looks at his sons very seriously and says "Now, determining the type of spell is very difficult, but the easiest is a delayed or lingering spell. These spells grow weaker as the initial spell wears off, but it doesn't disappear fully. If you feel these spells, prep yourself for the second phase or you will be disoriented by the sudden surge of energy the second phase produces." Gregory nods as Michael looks on in interest. Vincent smiles and says "Alright boys, before we get to the hard stuff, let's eat." Michael cheers as Gregory smiles and the two run inside, Vincent chuckling and following them.

-FLASHBACK END-

Marion smiles slightly as he remembers the happy memory, but focuses when he feels the tug getting closer. He pauses in a corner of Office 2 and stares down as he sees Vincent and…. Daniel?! Marion looks on in shock as he sees a much more fox-like Daniel walk into the office. He is holding one of his arms with his other, and Vincent does not look very happy. Marion stares at Daniel again, feeling the lingering spell inside of Daniel. Marion slowly trails behind the pair, still sticking to the shadows for caution. Suddenly, Daniel grabs his head and starts twitching spastically. Vincent runs forward and tries to see what is wrong, but Daniel doesn't respond as the lingering spell bursts with energy.

Marion was ready for the burst and prepared himself for it, so when it came, he didn't get affected much. However, he can see that Vincent wasn't ready for it. He watches as Daniel's body contorts and shifts as it turns into a larger and more feral form. Marion flinches everytime a bone cracks, but he knows he can't currently do anything about Daniel's predicament.

Eventually the cracking stops and Daniel gets up and shakes his head. He watches as Vincent backs up slowly, Marion knowing what will happen if Daniel notices Vincent. However, Vincent accidentally hits a can on the floor and catches Daniel's attention. Daniel slowly turns around and growls loudly as he stares down Vincent. Suddenly, Daniel roars and charges at Vincent. Marion's eyes widen as he watches his father getting attacked, and he rushes in. Marion rushes in front of Daniel and blocks the blow with his strings. The attack managed to knock Marion back though, and he accidentally knocks into Vincent, knocking the purple man unconscious. Marion picks himself up, and glares at Daniel. Daniel is still growling as he watches Marion prep himself for his next attack. Marion glances down at Vincent, and knows he can't let him stay here. Marion grabs Vincent with his strings and puts his body in the Office.

Daniel roars again as he charges at Marion, and Marion sidesteps the charge. Marion sends out his strings and wraps them around Daniel's body, trapping his movement. Daniel's eyes grow wide in fury as he tries to break out of the strings. Marion grunts as he tries to keep Daniel contained, but he knows it won't last long. Suddenly, Daniel lets loose a demonic roar and his body ignites in blue fire. The strings disintegrate as Daniel lunges at Marion again. Marion's eyes widen slightly as he watches Daniel's flame covered body ram into his.

Marion flies backwards and slams into the wall at the end of the hall. Marion tries to get up, but flinches as he stands. He looks down and winces as he sees his torso charred from Daniel's attack. Marion floats upwards and waits for Daniel to attack again. Daniel roars once again and charges down the hallway. Marion looks at Daniel in surprise as Daniel speeds up. Knowing that if he gets hit, it could be disastrous, he quickly floats upwards and towards the dining area. Daniel skids slightly as he slows down his charge, ready to make the turn. Marion quickly floats down the hallway, and glances back. Marion's eyes widen in fear as he sees Daniel once again charging him. Marion tries to dodge the attack, but Daniel rams right into his torso again.

Skylar jumps as she hears a loud crash, then she ducks down as she sees something rush at her. She gets up and looks behind her, seeing Marion's body stuck in the wall. Marion pries himself out of the wall, but falls to the ground. Marion grunts as he tries to stand. Marion then collapses as the pain in his chest flares up. Marion tries to float this time, but his powers aren't working. Marion looks up as his vision and hearing fade. He can see figures rushing towards him, shouting. He can see a golden figure walk in front of Daniel. Marion's vision fades completely as he falls into unconsciousness. "I am sorry everyone. I failed you."