Stark sat on the bed, staring at the floor. There were a lot of people with wings at this school, and each time he heard the beating of those wings, the memory of Zoey's death returned to him.

Kalona descended from the air, his sword drawn. Stark reacted instinctively and jumped up, striking Kalona's chest. The fallen Warrior screeched in pain, falling to the ground. "You will not hurt Zoey!" He watched as Kalona stood, a cruel grin on his face. "Who is to stop me? The Warrior who fights for a false love?" Angered, Stark charged at Kalona. However, the angel bested him and slashed his chest and back. Stark watched, helpless, as Kalona rushed at Zoey as the fledgling's back was turned and killed her.

Stark let the bloody tears fall to the ground, splashing into small puddles of blood. Zoey....I'm so sorry....I failed you as your Warrior, and as your...your lover....