Lux

I knelt beside Apollo and placed one hand on his face. I could hear his labored breathing and the sound of his heartbeat has slowed drastically.

Tears begin to pour down my face, I never wanted this for him.

He tells me through a strained voice, "I'm sorry I caged you. I just wanted to keep you safe. I never should've agreed to such a ridiculous scheme."

"It's okay, it's okay, Apollo. You'll be alright, just hang in there, okay?" My heart is breaking seeing him so ...