The Goddess and The Wolf

We Meet Again

(2 weeks later, Lynx POV)
It's been two weeks since I met that woman, and honestly meeting her, for some strange reason, sparked a change in me. I was still very depressed, but I was opening up just a little bit more to Nick, and Lisa now. Today's a nice day, and I really don't feel like staying cooped up, so I guess I'll go to Central Park. With a smirk, I said, "Central Park, here I come.". I got dressed quickly as soon as I felt that strange presence leave again. This oughta be fun. A few minutes later, I found myself walking through Central Park, enjoying the scents, the fresh air, the natural chakra, and the breeze. I was looking at the pond, when I heard a familiar female voice say in excitement, "It's you again! I didn't think I'd see you here!". I turned around, and saw the lovely lady I met at the store. I grinned, and said, "Well what do you know? Didn't expect to run into you here of all places. You look great.". She truly did. She was wearing some skinny jeans, a white short sleeve button up shirt, and a pair of black high heels. She blushed, and said shyly, "Thank you, you look handsome today.". I chuckled, and asked curiously, "If you don't mind, would you care to walk with me?". Her blush deepened, and she said with a small shy smile, "I would love to. If you don't mind?". I said with a small smile, "I don't mind at all. Uh sorry to ask, but I never got your name? I'm Lynx by the way, Lynx Rakar.". She said shyly, "You might think it's silly, but my name's Aphrodite, Aphrodite Herrera. My family calls me 'Dite' though for short.". So that's who's so interested in me? The Greek Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Illusions herself, Aphrodite. Is she here to try, and prove me wrong about love, or some shit like that? I'll just have to find out, and see where this goes. I smiled, and asked, "How could I ever think that's silly, Aphrodite? You're named after a Greek Goddess, and from what I've come to realize, only very pretty women are named after her. You should count yourself lucky, because it's obviously true.".
She said softly, "You're probably just saying that.". I stepped in front of her, looked her in the eyes, and said, "I would never 'just say' anything I don't mean to someone, especially a woman, Aphrodite. I may joke around, but I'd never say anything I didn't mean to a woman. Understand?". She slowly nodded, and I said, "You have a beautiful name, and I think it matches you perfectly. If anyone says otherwise, then they can deal with me.". Aphrodite smiled at me, and asked, "You're sweet, has anyone ever told you that?". I shrugged, and said, "A friend of mine, but I always figured she was just pulling my leg. I don't really give it too much thought.". Aphrodite giggled, and said, "You shouldn't always think someone's pulling your leg, just because they say it frequently, Lynx.". I chuckled, and said, "I guess you're right about that one. So uh, tell me a little bit about yourself. Have you been in New York for a while? Did you just move here?". With that being said, we got to talking to each other, and getting to know each other. As we walked, we had a few funny moments, namely a pigeon landing on my head, and a little lizard jumping onto Aphrodite, making her scream girlishly.
I was honestly having fun with her. Talking to her was...easy I could say? She had this shy, bubbly, and, quite surprisingly, flirty personality to her. It was unique in a way. I knew about her illusionary mist, and its ability to make her look, and act a certain way depending on what a guy wants to see, but I didn't get any sense of an illusion on her. Was she showing me her true form? I guess she was? We soon came full circle around the park. Aphrodite said softly, "This was fun, Lynx. I've never really had so much fun with someone like this in my life. I've never been able to actually talk with someone like this, and enjoy the time spent with them. I like it though. We should do this again some time, Lynx.". I said with a soft smile, "Yeah, we should. It was nice walking, and talking with you, Aphrodite. It really helped me out. Thank you.". Aphrodite asked me nervously, "Uh Lynx? I know this seems sudden, but would it be alright if I gave you my number? Just to keep in contact, or if you ever want to go out, and do something like this again?". I said with a soft chuckle, "I'm fine with that.". I took out my phone, and Aphrodite gave me her number. She said with a shy smile, "Feel free to call, or text me anytime you feel like talking, or just want to hang out, Lynx. I hope you enjoy the rest of your day!". I said with a smile, "You too, and I'll remember that, Aphrodite. Thanks again for spending time with me like this, really. It means a lot.". She nodded, and left with a little pep in her step as she hummed happily to herself. On my way home, I thought to myself, 'Maybe this won't be so bad? You've got my interest, Aphrodite. Now let's see where this goes.'.