"Of course it is", Val said, smiling broadly. "I did ask about what it means to you; there is no wrong answer".

Adrien breathed out and chuckled a little. "Oh, good", he said, still half-chuckling as he released his tension.

Val lowered his head. "All-consuming", he repeated. "Yes, that is a good description; it wishes to turn everything into itself -- by devouring it". He looked up at Adrien. "Do you find this positive, or negative?".

Adrien paused for a moment. "Well -- it can be both, isn't it? It really depends on what is being burned".