Kell doesn't answer her, though some color finds its way back to his cheeks when he sees her glance at the floor. Trust Emery to destroy his apartment even when a world away.

"Of all the ships," he murmurs. "Of all the ships and you have to end up on his. He's not equipped to teach anyone," Kell grinds out, meeting Lila's eyes at last. "Look at what he's done to you. You deserve better, Lila."