Melody of the Abyss

As he watched Philia begin re-climbing the stairs to the exit, Zelos flapped his wings a few times, remembering what he was initially going to do before she showed up. Sure, the girls may be capable of taking care of themselves, but as the only male of group, he still felt the need to protect them. Almost like a guardian angel, and why not? He already had one angelic quality to him. He fit the description perfectly! But, a thought popped up, was he even strong enough to do that? He knew his wings could support himself but…

“Wait, wait, wait! Philia!” he said loud enough for it to echo of the walls of the room, and took a few rapid steps forward, “Come back! I want to try something.”