King Elk Forest There was this girl, the most beautiful in the world

For what felt like the first time in forever, Vivaan was hurt. Her words stung, digging into him like a shovel until it had removed everything within.

His eyes fell for a moment, then came back up; cold, bitter, and full of regret — not for what he was about to say, but for the fact he stuck by her to begin with.

No, Vex... I haven't failed. You have.

Seeing as she clearly didn't need him, why stay? Hell, as she'd said, she could do it all.

Without looking back for even a second, Vivaan removed himself from her view as quickly as he could manage.