The more Liam's mindset broadened, the wider the range of his thoughts could be, enabling previously unthinkable perspectives.
Just like kissing Melissa had taught Liam a different way of handling alchemical variables, experiencing the profound loss of his sudden departure had provided lessons he could apply to concoctions.
Liam's understanding of life had deepened. He had learned about a new kind of suffering. He had experienced the more intense scorching drive of wanting to get back what he had lost.
Moreover, Liam had felt the profound awe his Master had birthed, both when it came to the unfathomable battle and impossibly perfect preparations.
Last but not least, Liam's own hatred had reached new levels. All that loss would have been avoided if it weren't for his natural enmity against the Dragons.
