"Oh, sorry. I should probably explain that part." Subversion reappeared, the ever-fickle Sword of Plot held in her hand. "He was still alive. I killed his body, but his Narrationblade, and most of his power, survived. Eventually, his mind healed, and he broke free of me, mostly. I could still influence him, and of course cast illusions over him, prevent his words from reaching you, twist the words you said to him. Anyways, farewell."
With that, she disappeared (for real this time)