𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲
I had just taken off early from work when suddenly my phone started ringing. I glimpse down at . Tori. The same one that had blown me off for a study group a few weeks prior with no explanation. I sigh as I pick up my phone and answer it.
𝗛𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀
As I was leaving work I stopped by Persephone's office to check in on her, surprisingly she wasn't there. "She must've left early.." I shrugged and got in my car to go home. As soon as I walk in I am instantly ambushed by at least 5 dogs. "Woah! Looks like someone is glad I'm home." I said while petting Cerberus and Cordon Bleu. Once I pushed them off of me I flopped onto the couch. Instantly, Hestia busted down the door. "We need to have a talk." She hissed. "About what..?" I spoke. I knew the answer to that, that gods darn tabloid. "You know what." She held up the tabloid with Persephone leaving my house. I stared at it for a second. How is she that adorable? I mean just look at her, she's absolutely stunning. No, I thought to myself, snap out of it. "I believe I already took care of that." I state. Hestia looks at me for a second.
"What do you mean..?"
"What I mean is I took care of it."
"Okay.. Just distance yourself from Persephone. For her own good." She uttered before turning to the door to leave. I didn't want to tell her that I tracked down the guy who took that picture and may or may not have beaten him within an inch of his life. And possibly ripped out his eye. I know what you're thinking, it seems a bit extreme. But someone had to get justice for Persephone, if I didn't do that who knows what else would've happened to her. That tabloid could be damaging for her reputation and that's the last thing I want.
𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲
I hung up with shaky hands. "Why would he take someones eye out..? I-I thought I told him it was fine.." I said aloud. More importantly, why would he rip someones eye out.. for me? Should I be flattered? I really don't know how to feel. I trusted him.. Why would he do that? I was under the impression that he wouldn't treat me like a child.. That wasn't his decision to make. I can fight my own battles. I could feel my eyes burning, they were most likely turning red. I figured I should just go to bed and deal with it in the morning. Regardless, I need to talk to him.
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I got up the next morning, my hair had grown several inches over the night due to the conflict going on inside of my head. I need to talk to him. But first, I need to get a shower and collect my thoughts while I'm at it. Then it hit me, I have a TGOEM meeting today. I completely forgot! I quickly got up and picked out a flowy dress with roses all over it before getting a shower. Once I finished putting on the dress, I checked the time. I still have about 15 minutes before they arrive. Since we having the meetings at Artemis's house all I really have to do is get ready and walk to the living room, which is about 8 steps away from my room. I quickly put up my hair in two little buns before leaving my room to go help Artemis set up.
To my surprise, Hestia and Athena are already here. We begin another one of those boring presentations, I almost fell asleep until Hestia said, "So Koré, are you ready for your induction ceremony next month?" I shuddered slightly, I really don't think I'm ready to tell them. I don't want to be in TGOEM. Plus, I'm still saving money to pay back that scholarship. I really don't like lying to Hestia, but I'm just not ready to tell her. I still have another month left anyway. "Y-Yep." I lied.
"You don't sound so sure.. Are you feeling okay? You look tired."
"No-no really I'm fin-"
She immediately carried me to my room and tucked me into my bed. "What are you doing?" I said. "You need to sleep, I don't want you overworking yourself." I just nodded my head in response before she left. Suddenly the thoughts of Hades tearing that guys eye out flooded back into my head. Then, I immediately remember what I've been wanting to do since last night. I grab my phone and call Hades.
𝗛𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀
Holy crap. How is it possible to have this many papers to sign? I sigh as I continue signing several papers. I eventually get tired of writing my name over and over again and move on to reading and replying to emails.
It's getting close to the end of the work day and I start thinking about Persephone and what Hestia was saying. I do think she's right about this though. It's better for me to keep my distance from her. She always ends up getting hurt when she's around me. I've broken up with Minthe so I don't have to worry about feeling like I'm cheating but still, she's in TGOEM and it's not very fitting for me to be around her. It can't be that hard to keep my distance, right?
Anyways, it's getting even closer to the end of the work day at this point. I only have around 10 minutes until I can leave when my phone rings. I pick it up and my heart skips a beat. It's Persephone. Then I remember I should keep my distance. I so badly want to answer the call and hear her voice but I know I shouldn't. She just needs a strong push in the opposite direction. I continue to let it ring until it goes to voicemail.
𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲
Why won't he answer my call? Did I do something?? Nevertheless, I still need to talk to him and I'm not taking no for an answer. I call him two more times before giving up. It's too late to go and try and meet with him at work. It ended 3 minutes ago. He's probably going home. I don't think it would be appropriate to show up at his house, especially after work hours and uninvited.
I lie on my bed, trying to think of a plan to talk to him as soon as possible when Eros walks in. I immediately sit up and look at him.
"I thought no men were allowed in the house?"
"Well hello to you too. I came to see if you wanted to go shopping with me?"
"I don't know Eros, I'm kind of stressed out about some things and-"
He immediately rushes over to me and looks right into my eyes.
"Assessing... Would this this have anything to do with Hades?"
"What? No. Absolutely not." I can feel my face turning red.
"Uh huh sure. If you say so. Let me know if you change your mind." He says before he leaves.
I lie back down and stare at my ceiling for a bit. I eventually end up just texting Hades, and to my surprise, he responds.
𝗛𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀
Once I get home, I feed my dogs and figure out what to cook for dinner as usual. I see a text from Persephone. I know I made a big deal out of keeping my distance earlier, but I can't resist.
𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀'𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁𝘀
Hey can we talk soon? Sent by Persephone at 5:15 pm
Sure, how soon? And is something troubling you? Sent by Hades at 5:16 pm
Sort of. When can you talk? Sent by Persephone at 5:16 pm
We can talk tomorrow if you'd like. Sent by Hades at 5:17 pm
Tomorrow sounds great. Sent by Persephone at 5:19 pm
Alright, I'll send you an address on where we can meet tomorrow. I have a place in mind. Sent by Hades at 5:20 pm
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𝗛𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀
I'm getting ready to go meet up with Persephone. I have no idea what she wants to talk about. Maybe she doesn't want to work here anymore?? I should've known better than to think she could possibly have some sort of feelings for me. But the kiss- No, don't be dumb. It was probably just nothing anyway. She probably just feels bad for me and was trying to be nice.
Anyways, I can feel myself spiraling so I should probably stop.
𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲
I'm waiting for Hades on a bench next to a park. I still can't wrap my head around why he would do this. I thought out of everyone he wouldn't treat me like a child. Eventually, I see him walking towards me. I stand up to talk to him.
"I need to speak with you."
"What seems to be the issue?"
"You remember the photographer that took that picture of us?"
"Of course."
"D-Did you hurt him..? Is it true that you tore out his eye?" I stutter.
"Yes. But-"
I don't know how to feel. The fact that he knows he did it and didn't mention to tell me is what hurts me the most. I thought we were friends. I thought he would at least ask. I feel my eyes turning red and the vines start growing in my hair.
"I thought I told you it was fine."
"I'm not just going to let someone ruin your reputation."
"Did you ever consider that this might hurt my reputation?" I'm starting to raise my voice now.
"I suppose not but still. I'm not going to let some reporter slander your good name."
"It was fine! I didn't even care! Out of everyone I thought you would be the one not to treat me like a child!" I shout.
I hear his jaw click and his skin starts to get dark and starry.
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To be continued.
P.S. This is my first story I've ever wrote so I apologize if it's not the best!
