Especially since The Shadow stated to Malcolm that “he didn’t belong here.” Which means that no matter what Malcolm did to change is outwardly appearance he was never welcome. Hence the whole hour glass.
Yes! That hourglass was very “you have this much time until the magic leaves and you’re outta here. Enjoy it while it lasts!” So how did Malcolm find out about the heart of the truest believer?
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"He was a lot of things to me" "The only conclusion was love"