The Triple Z Affair
Life, Trauma/ Loss
The End of the three Z's
The tragic events involving Zefra, Zefraath, and Zaphkiel brought further turmoil and sorrow to the Archons and the celestial realm. Zefra and Zefraath, who had developed a deep affection for each other during their time fighting together, found love in the midst of the war. However, Zaphkiel, another Archon, harbored his own feelings for Zefra. In a daring and dangerous mission to strike a direct blow against Asophiel in Infernia, Zaphkiel and Zefraath fought side by side. During the fierce battle, Zaphkiel suffered severe injuries, and Zefraath made the selfless decision to stay behind in Infernia to allow Zaphkiel to escape. Zaphkiel managed to retreat to safety with the help of his ally, but Zefraath was left alone in the clutches of Infernia. Upon Zaphkiel's return to Elysium, he relayed the devastating news to Zefra that Zefraath had fallen, sacrificing himself to ensure Zaphkiel's survival. Grieving the loss of her loved one, Zefra sought solace in Zaphkiel's companionship, and they became entwined in a new relationship. Zaphkiel, taking advantage of the vulnerable state of Zefra, became her new love interest. Centuries passed, with Zefraath enduring the torments of Infernia while holding onto his memories of Zefra. Eventually, Zefraath managed to escape from Infernia and returned to Elysium, hoping to reunite with his beloved. However, he was met with the devastating realization that Zefra had moved on and was now deeply in love with Zaphkiel. Overwhelmed by a mix of surprise, confusion, and betrayal, Zefraath's anger erupted, leading to a fierce and brutal battle between him and Zaphkiel on Elysium. Their clash shook the entire island, leaving destruction in their wake. As the battle raged on, Zaphkiel found himself nearing his limit, and just as Zefraath was about to deliver the final blow, Zefra stepped in to protect Zaphkiel, sacrificing her own life in the process. Filled with grief and fury upon realizing he had unintentionally killed his beloved, Zefraath's body underwent a transformation, becoming a hybrid of darkness and light. Zaphkiel, now in a more serious form, continued to engage in a grand duel with Zefraath, their conflict tearing through Elysium. Eventually, Zaphkiel managed to land a fortunate strike on Zefraath, sending him hurtling off the island and crashing down to the ground below. Following this cataclysmic event, Zaphkiel went into hiding, disappearing from sight for the remainder of the war. When the other Archons finally arrived, they were met with the tragic sight of Zefra's lifeless body and no sign of Zaphkiel. The true events of the battle remained unknown to them, leaving them perplexed and mourning the loss of their fallen comrades.
