OK So Arean is self-demonizing it sounds like. =d>
Taking the soul…should just hurt for a few minutes, after that…you’ll feel nothing…think Dexter (Dreaming Darkly) [or Showtime series]
Beta readers who send in comments and suggestions get credits and of course a free copy of the “beta” book. (you’ll have to pay with a relative’s soul for a final finished copy)