Oneshots in the Heart of Darkness

Giant and the Gypsy

Unknown POV:
The roar of the crowd and clashing metal is heard in the colosseum as gladiators are watched killing each other. The center of the arena is littered with corpses of lesser gladiators who were slain by competitors and captured wildlife. The announcer shouts over the crowd; "We have one contender left! Strongest of the rest who has ever competed, but can he defeat our champion?" Heavy footsteps echo from the dark tunnel blocked by a spiked metal gate that slowly raises up. The thudding of the footsteps comes to a halt as the soft sand of the arena silence them as a tall warrior steps out of the darkness.

The announcer shouts; "Ladies and gentleman! Your reigning champion! The Giant of Sparta!" The surviving contender was at jaw dropping shock and frozen with fear as the Giant Spartan stomped towards him with a murderous intent. The Giant of Sparta raised his greatsword and brought it down upon the distracted contender who rolled out of the way in time. The contender danced around the arena, dodging the heavy, slow swings of the Giant Spartan who stomped after him. The contender spun around and swung his spear that was blocked before he tripped on his own foot. After tumbling, the Giant Spartan dropped his greatsword down on the contenders leg severing it. The contender screamed in pain before the Giant Spartan sliced off his head and presented it to the crowd. The announcer proclaimed; "Our reigning champion has slain another contender!" The crowd roared with cheer and booing before the Giant Spartan marched back into the dark tunnel. He stomped past guards to his chambers that were decorated with Spartan trinkets, statues and furniture. The Giant Spartan sat on his oversized throne where a laughing man entered accompanied by eight guards. The man spoke; "Quite a good show you put on today, my champion! For that; I think I'll reward you to satisfy your animalistic urges so you can be soften up for next time." A woman is escorted in as the man continued; "I hope this foreign courtesan will serve you well."

The Giant Spartan cocks his head as his eyes lock onto the sword the woman wields. The man spoke reassuringly; "Don't mind the sword. The blade is so dull, it would take years for her to kill someone with it. It's only for her sword dance routine, you might find entertaining." The man left with his guards before closing and locking the heavy doors behind them. The courtesan asks in a serious tone; "Are you going to sit there or tell me if you want me to dance or not?" The Giant Spartan nods with his chin pointing at her as if to say without words; "Sword dance for me." The courtesan twirls the blade as her hips move, the Giant Spartan sits in a trance as his eyes never blink. Once the dance concludes, the courtesan stands ready for the next command. The Spartan waves her over before she cautiously steps over to him while gripping the sword tightly. The Giant Spartan easily takes the sword away before throwing it across the room. He turns her face towards his before they lock eyes with each other and a smirk forms on his lips.

The courtesan was stiff as she was fearful to move a muscle but kept her stone face to show no fear to the Giant Spartan. He carried her towards the bath that had a waterfall pouring into it before he started stripping his armor. The courtesan averted her gaze before the Giant Spartan sat in the bath letting his jet black hair get washed. She took a glance at him and saw him wave his hand beckon her to come closer. The courtesan said; "If you fear I'm dirty from another man, then you are mistaken. You are my first client." The Giant Spartan extended a wet cloth to her before he turned his back towards her which she caught what he wanted. She scrubbed his back with a lot of force before he rinsed his back with the waterfall. He stepped out of the bath with rose petals sticking to him as he wrapped his waist with a towel. The courtesan had him sit on his throne before she used a towel to dry his hair. Once finished they locked eyes again before she was carried once again but to the very large bed. It creaked as they landed on it and spooned in the Giant Spartans arms.

The courtesan looked over her shoulder to see his eyes closed and contemplating on speaking but relaxed in his embrace in silence. They awoke the next morning to the loud locks being removed from the door which caused the Giant Spartan to ruffle the courtesan's hair and tug her top before closing his eyes again. The door opens as eight guards enter with the man who delivered the courtesan. He comments; "I see you enjoyed your reward. Continue earning me much fortune and there will be many gifts like this." The Giant Spartan spoke in his deep voice; "Mine." The man was shocked as he saw the Giant Spartan hold the courtesan close with one arm. He requested; "Say that again..." The Giant Spartan roared as he embraced the courtesan; "She is mine!" The guards had their hands on their sword handles ready for an attack before the man said; "Very well...keep making me rich and you can keep the courtesan. Now get dressed, another match will start and this group looks more determined than the last." The man left with his guards before the courtesan looked up at the Giant Spartan in disbelief. "Did you really mean that? We hardly know each other." The Giant Spartan looked down at her before saying; "Goddess." The courtesan blushed before saying; "I'm no goddess...my name is Safiya. What is your name?" The Giant Spartan answered: "Zenos."

(Nice start to a beauty meets beast relationship.)