I believe it to be our best chance of leaving this place.

[At least, it's more of a lead than he's ever had. Viktor believed he needed to learn and reverse the summoning ritual, but perhaps that doesn't matter when if he can figure out a way to override it entirely. Whatever the Anomaly is, it's powerful. It could be exactly what he needs.

Then, the possibilities will be truly limitless. What he doesn't expect is Kyle's answer, or his sudden deference. Viktor immediately hates the way he kneels, and is quick to join him, wanting to be on the same level. Wanting Kyle to know that he hasn't changed, even if they both know that isn't entirely true. He reaches out with both hands to cup his face, wanting to look at him.]

I would never ask this of you. [He cannot expect Kyle to give up everything and return to Viktor's world. The very thought of it feels like a selfish indulgence.] If I succeed, I could take you--you could go wherever you want. I would be happy to do it. That hasn't changed.

[All of this has always been about offering his fellow Summoned a choice. It feels closer than ever.]