The mighty efforts of Skuld help pull Layla away from the creature before the Scion of Aphrodite could be pulled down under the waves.  The creature rose back to its feet, only its ankles submerged below the water.  Although its beauty returned the moment no one else was touching it, pure hatred and sorrow showed in its eyes, burning through its heart.<br/><br/>((Good time to call for Join Battle, I think))