Steeling himself for the rather gruesome gesture of self-preservation, he emptied his mind. He stared straight ahead as his hand with the blade moved as if of its own accord, going to the major veins first in one arm and then the other. The quick kiss of cold metal against fevered skin, and a hiss as the flesh parted and disgorged the volatile liquids within. The bucket at his feet began to steam as the deadly fluid began to pool. The deed done, he savored the painful ache of the tainted lifeblood leaving him, clenching and unclenching his fists to keep the flow moving.
Skyton knew that his predicament was indeed a curse. He hid himself well while practicing his basic instinct of survival. He couldn't let anyone see. It was this alone that was his only secret from his friends. He regretted letting Raven see him many months ago. There was a knock on the door and Skyton parted he jaws to let word flow to that which he imagined to be Raven, However a quick moment passed and a small high voice pierced the door.
"Friend Skyton, are you well? I feared for your health, you have been much, how shall I say this, reclusive as of late."
Skyton shut his mouth and made quietly for the closet, taking with him his knife,
bucked and whatever he had bloodied. As he lifted the pail, the bottom fell out, weakened
by the acid and the carpet sizzled. Worried, Starfire opened the door and laid her innocent
eyes upon what would spell her doom.
Skyton froze where he stood, eyes wide with the shock of discovery. Starfire's
eyes bulged with a different emotion, that of confused horror. A hand flew to her gaping
mouth, to stifle the scream she knew was coming. So much blood! "Friend... please, tell
me... what is it you are doing here all alone"
Skyton placed his things gently on the floor, a menacing gaze in his eyes. He
looked her over, sizing her up. Another moment passed and Starfire began to back away
frightened. Skyton flew for her, he massive frame moving with incredible agility.
Starfire, surprised and horrified, threw her fist forward catching Skyton in the stomach.
He stopped and a dust cloud passed underfoot in a circle, the energy released causing a
reflex in the air. Skyton stood tense, his stomach burning. In another moment he leaped
forward and tripped Starfire. She fell to the floor and Skyton grasped her around the
shoulders from on top. She struggled, Tamarainian strength power at her disposal, but it
was utterly futile and Skyton whispered in her ear, "As long as you're going to die, here
and now, I think you should know, you're not a bad looker"
"Friend Skyton, I do not know what I have trespassed upon... but you are not
yourself, and thusly, I must bring you back to your senses! With force, if I must!" Starfire
replied the fear and adrenaline from the battle marshalling her strength. With a sudden
movement, she jerked herself up and forward, smashing the crown of her head against
Skyton's face. He recoiled, snarling in pain and surprise, giving her enough leverage and
space to jab a foot into his chest with all the strength she could muster. He was thrown
back against the wall, where he left an imprint in the wall. Slowly, he slumped down into
a sitting position on the floor, his eyes bugging from his head as he labored to breathe.
Starfire collected herself, standing a safe distance from her stricken ally.
Skyton began to laugh, the devil inside him having emerged. "Starfire, there is
nothing that you can do to me," Skyton said standing, "You are as powerless on the grad
scheme of things as anyone. You should feel fear. I am you're worst nightmare, you're
dark corners, you're killer." Skyton again sped towards the infuriated Starfire whose eyes
glowed green with rage. A starbolt hit Skyton square in the chest. Despite the pain
though, he only continued, his skin burned. Another bolt him his dagger which bounced
and buried itself into the wall. By this time Starfire was in melee with Skyton who
willing accepted his disadvantages. Starfire screamed as Skyton beat her back to the
window. The door swung open and Raven flew in, her cape billowing behind her. She
stopped appalled at the scene.
Skyton, sensing that this was the end of his battle, thrust Starfire out the window
and followed her as she fell under him. Skyton held her down and she hit the ground with
a smack, blood leaking from behind her head. Raven looked out and Skyton growled with
anger.
