[He sighs and nods, looking unhappy.]

Yes, it can. And they're not asking for assistance. While we did make a difference last time...I don't think she realizes how bad things could go.

[His eyes go dark as he picks the stick back up and strokes the bonfire higher. It should let it burn off the stuff at the center and safely collapse it inwards.]

But from the sounds it there might be outside interference already. I'm not sure enough to call it. But it seems odd that she's bound here and her job used to be maintaining balance.