I remember my last breath, I relished that air, so sweet and perfect and cool- because with it came everything. Everything. Every memory good and bad that had ever existed in my mind. I had always wondered what it was like to die, I had brought death to so many, watched so many leave this world and have often thought of how it must feel. It was not painful, it was quiet- once I had finally agreed at last to accept it’s embrace. The world was black, calm and within that blackness they came, all of them, on that last breath. So many faces, so many names- my entire life seeming to dance in the blackness and I remembered- I remembered every single one of you.

I hope you don’t cry Isola, please Baby Girl. I used to sing the rockabye song to you and your sisters, Reyja and Aaliyah, don’t you remember? When you cried? I could do it still but maybe you won’t hear me- I hope you do. You look after her Kane, you hair isn’t really that bad, I was always proud of you even though you were not my son. Natu please be safe, I will watch over you. Shiloh, of all the things you will become, beautiful is surely one of them- be a leader little Queen, you will be great. Zaphkiel, grandson, don’t turn out like your father and watch over my great grandchildren. Atlas, hold up the world- I know you can, your shoulders are strong enough, I promise. Reaver, Elijah, I was there the night you were born, I never forgot you. Iophiel, beauty is as beauty does little granddaughter, how you will turn heads one day. Achilles, I am proud you are my grandson, you are in charge of them now, all of them, watch over them for me. Exodus, your father loved you, even if you never knew it. Moth, a truer friend there never was. Until we meet again. Zen…..if I had the words I would say them, my mate. You were perfect. Completely. Seraphina, let no one make you feel inferior, you are Angel, you are bright- you will be someone. Calliel, little fire you will do great things too, I know, do not ever let others command you there is nothing wrong with being right. Ayal, Anselm, Eden, I was there the day you were born, I watched over you ever since and I still will- fathers do that you know. Guardian and Hadrian, keep safe those you care about, I will never forget either of you. Hyrule, you know what you must do, in all I will guard you as I can, be great little one. Ava, I raised you- don’t you forget it or I shall strike you with a lightning bolt. Celeste, beautiful one, oh how proud you make me. Azrael, I love you, I do and you know it’s true. Paravanna and Pheadra, I will guide you as I can but be careful baby girls. Starfall, make up with your Father it is not worth so many years of hate. Be good to Achilles, Vega, watch over them as you did me Yojimbo. Be strong Arkane and Emil, I will watch over you both, be careful Haziel, the world is harsh even for those with eyes.

Neveah, my littlest Angel, so like your Mother, my baby girl- be safe. Orfiel, help your brothers, guard your family. Ragnorok- I am sorry you had ZeZe for a Father. Sinclair and Sinopa, be grateful for each other. Coza- sorry about the turkey incident. Jaeger, lern to do your hair, do not learn fro myour father. Orion- I teased you a lot, I’d say sorry but I’m not- protect my daughter. Forfax, you shine like your name, do not forget it. Ambrosia, little dove. If you father should take pride in any of his children it is you. Do you know why I named you little Dove? Because one day, if anyone can bring peace- it is surely you. Words are power, remember that., Malina, my daughter, you always were and whether you desire it or not I will always be there when you need me, even if you cannot always see me. Daenerys- I will give your parents my regards, protect my Angels. Devil….sometime words just aren’t needed, are they brother? I will wait for you.

I remembered, the wolves that had followed, the fights, the battles, the brawls and the wars. I remembered things I had long since forgotten, clinging to Eris as she cried, holding Brooke in the darkness when I hoped none could see, running the night with Zeivah and standing atop those red and heated cliffs of the pack land I had held until the fall of the sky- undefeated. I remembered the births of my children, I remembered my murder of Apollymi and the cold of the rivers of Paracon, the highs of Solveion and the salt of Litherium. The darkness of Mirvois and the heat of Trenus unforgotten. I remember Axel who played with them and Belinda who guarded, I remember Lucifer who truly would never shut up or Jaidah whom became both enemy and friend. So much…so many, flickering within my mind. So many…to many to mention but I remembered. I did.

Heyel?
It was a voice so soft and quiet I barely heard it.
We have been waiting a long time for you, all of us love, all of us are here.

Zeivah. She moved with Lucifer and Kael beside her, Saintly lingering behind. I would know them anywhere. My mate- my sons. My body no longer seemed so tired, nothing hurt any longer, my energy seemed so…renewed as I lifted suddenly to my paws. I felt…wonderful.

We return to our best when we die.
“I died?”
Yes, come now, come with us. We have waited so long, love.
“But…..”

There is no but this time….they will be safe, Heyel, I promise. All of them. You can walk among them still, you can guide Devil too us when it is his time, but they will not see you or hear you- perhaps in a dream as you have so often dreamt of me. Watch over them, love, but rest- rest with us, you have earned it

I moved towards them then, each step so painless and free, moving to embrace them- each of them. I let them lead me to…whatever existed beyond. Though I would linger still, I knew, for those who listened close enough. To watch over what was mine.

“Zev?”
Yes?
“Can I smite anyone with a lightning bolt from here?”
…..you haven’t changed have you?


And that….was my single and last breath. I can promise you all though- Angels really do have wings.

You should see mine.




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