Dark Greek Mythology x Reader|| Book Two

Chapter Twenty-Two

Athena didn't get her way, and you escaped the punishment because most gods support you.

After a few weeks of living on Olympus, you managed to mend things with Apollo to the point where you two became friend.

And friends only. 

Also, you would pay Hephaestus visits, and those visits are always filled with laughter and playful gestures.

He even taught you about weapon crafting.

You got your own temple build on Olympus to rest there.

What is considered tiring is switching between Hera and Aphrodite.

Both goddesses are obsessed with being your mother.

This morning Apollo suggested to go see the duel between Paris and Menelaus.

Wanting to see the humiliating defeat of Paris, you agreed to go with Apollo.

Aphrodite tagged along to see how Paris will fight, and to also sit between you and Apollo.

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"I apologize for what my brother has committed against you, It's heinous"

You only nod at Menelaus sincere apology.

"Don't worry about it, just focus on defeating Paris... But there is something I wish to ask you"

"What is it?"

"Is Helen really worth it? be honest"

Indeed, Helen chose to continue being with Paris after he kidnapped her, she even entered a romantic relationship with him.

"She is worth it because I love her"

His answer made you decide to think of another way to end this war.

"You are a loyal man, Menelaus"

The king of Sparta smiles in appreciation, preparing his weapon as you and Apollo walk up to your seats.

"What did Menelaus try to do?" Apollo inquires.

"I will tell you later, let us focus on the duel for now" you reply softly.

"You don't have to tell me if you don't want to, it isn't an interrogation"

Apollo change of attitude makes you happy.

"I will still tell you later" you assure him, grabbing into his hands.

Suddenly, Aphrodite cuts in the warm moment to sit between you two.

"You two aren't a good match for each other" she declares.

Letting out a sigh, you turn to watch the live fight in front of your eyes.

Paris is the first to throw his spear, but it barely pierces the shield of Menelaus.

After this, Menelaus throws his spear, and it goes through Paris's shield and armor.

Paris is injured but not killed because he moved in a way where the sword doesn't go all the way into his stomach.

Menelaus then starts chasing after Paris and almost kills him.

You take the chance and teleperot to where Helen is watching the fight from her balcony.

"What are you doing here?" Helen asks in surprise, realizing that you are the goddess of aid.

Cassandra spoke of you coming soon.

"I will give a chance to leave this humiliated lover of yours and allow me to return you back to your husband"

Helen stares down at your offered hand, before shooking her head.

"I love Paris"

You snort at her reply before rolling your eyes in disbelief.

"Paris is a fool, he is-"

"He is her one true love"

You turn your attention towards Aphrodite who has transported herself here with Paris.

Helen is quick to help her injured lover.

"Eros shot his arrow, and you call Helen's love for Paris real, sure"

Aphrodite shrugs her shoulders and smiles.

"If you are thinking about ruining our relationship, it won't work" Paris exclaims.

You stare at him with disgust.

"Believe me, Paris, there's nothing a woman hates more in the world then a humiliated man"

A/n: I think it's better I update chapter Twenty-three next week❤️