Azrael finally agrees
Comic transcript
Akiva holds out the Elixir with a wide smile. AKIVA: "I can't do this without you, and you can't do this without me... Ora." Azrael balks, then turns back to look at the expansive Veil of Lives behind him. He watches the bright red stars, glimmering now for over 300 years and gaining more every day. He closes his eyes. AZRAEL: "Then... I submit to your request."