Jul 21, 2008 13:27
She has lost many loves, has suffered much over the years, but this loss has stuck her harder than most.She was out on patrol when Luum flew to her, confused and upset. "Seyla, Daddy said to find you it's important."Followed by the words she dreaded most."He says your sister's here."She pulled Luum to the nearest SFPD patrol car and sped home. But it was too late. The window was shattered, the sirens were going off, and everyone was huddled around a charred pile of smoke. There was not even a body to bury. She remembers screaming, cursing, crying to X'hal and swearing every kind of vengeance in a crazed fury. Victor had to hold her back, as he was the only one nearly strong enough to do so, as Raven reared up and did something to render unconscious.***The next morning, she announced her leave of absence from the Titans. She has retreated to Aalamar, a Tamaranian colony world known for its healing waters and peaceful temples to X'hal. She has come here mostly for Luum's sake, as the child wakes up screaming and crying, fearful his mother will die as well. She cannot lie, she can only tell him that it is a risk. This cannot reassure her beautiful son, and it does not console her when his stunning blue eyes fill with tears