Queen Olympus || The Underworld's Deal I

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Galleria is sitting in the garden, the warm sunlight casting a gentle glow on her face. Thoughts of her complicated feelings for Zeus swirl through her mind, causing a mixture of confusion and longing.

Galleria: *whispering to herself* "Why now? Why, after all these years of marriage, do I start feeling something more? I married Zeus for protection, not for love. But there's something pulling me towards him, something I can no longer ignore."

As the days go by, Galleria finds herself increasingly drawn to Zeus's presence. She notices his kindness, his strength, and the way he cares for their family. The guilt of her past deception weighs heavily on her, but her growing feelings cannot be denied.

One evening, Galleria gathers her courage and seeks a private moment with Zeus, hoping to confront her conflicting emotions.

Galleria: *taking a deep breath* "Zeus, may we talk? There's something I need to share with you."

Zeus: *concerned, but attentive* "Of course, Galleria. What's on your mind?"

Galleria: *nervously fidgeting with her hands* "Zeus, when we got married, I... I lied to you. I told you I loved you, but the truth is, I married you for protection. I'm sorry for deceiving you, for not being completely honest."

Zeus: *pausing for a moment, his expression a mix of surprise and understanding* "Galleria, I appreciate your honesty. I suspected as much, but that doesn't change how I feel about you. Our journey has been a tumultuous one, but we've built a life together, and I care deeply for you and our family."

Galleria: *teary-eyed, her voice filled with vulnerability* "Zeus, that's just it. These past weeks, I've felt something stirring within me. Something more than just gratitude or obligation. I can't deny the connection I feel towards you, even if it wasn't there at the beginning."

Zeus: *softening his gaze, his voice filled with tenderness* "Galleria, sometimes emotions are complex and take time to develop. I understand the circumstances of our marriage, but I've always hoped for love to find its way between us. If you're willing to explore these feelings, I am too."

Galleria: *sincerity in her eyes, her voice filled with hope* "Zeus, I don't know what the future holds, but I want to discover if there is love between us. I want to be honest and open, to give our relationship a chance to grow."

Galleria's heart races as she gathers the courage to express her evolving feelings to Zeus. She knows it's not easy for her to open up, but she also realizes the importance of honesty and vulnerability in their relationship.

Galleria takes a deep breath, her voice trembling with a mix of fear and excitement.

Galleria: *softly, her eyes locked with Zeus's* "It's difficult for me to put into words, but I've discovered that my love for you has grown far beyond what I initially thought was possible."

Zeus: *attentive, his gaze filled with curiosity* "Galleria, I'm here. Please, share what's on your heart."

Galleria: *pausing briefly, her voice gaining strength* "Ever since we embarked on this journey to explore our feelings, I've realized that my love for you is not only emotional but now physical. When we're close, when you hold me, my heart races, and I feel a fire ignite within me. It's both exhilarating and scary, but it's a feeling I can no longer deny."

Zeus: *surprised, yet with a warm smile, his voice filled with understanding* "Galleria, your confession touches my soul. I can sense the depth of our connection, and I feel the same way. The physical sensations we share are a testament to the love that has blossomed between us."

Galleria: *relieved, tears of joy welling up in her eyes* "Zeus, I was scared to admit these feelings, scared of the intensity and vulnerability that comes with them. But knowing that you share this experience brings me immense comfort. I want to continue exploring this physical connection, to deepen our love in every possible way."