Character 3

...At Evening, In the garden of Woods :...

To relieve stress I was taking a stroll through the garden alone right after the dinner father Zeus arranged for us. This garden calms my mind as the scenery is exquisite to say the least. It's like a painting, the beauty of this particular garden matches with none. The misty atmosphere and the calm atmosphere makes one mind at ease instantly. And not to forget the greenery with all these precious flowers which only blooms here.

 Right after I arrived at the Great grand hall I felt the tense atmosphere surrounding the vast room, but of course no one said anything even though they had million questions on their mind, and that's completely because of father Zeus. Everyone trusts him that this war too will end well. But personally I have mixed feelings about this one.

Also it's not like everyone trusts him but fears him. He's the God of the God, that's why no one dares to say anything to him. Otherwise it will be seen as a treason and that particular God may loose his title. And as a God no one wants to loose their precious title.

I was in my little world when I bumped into a hard chest. 

"Oh, pardon me", I apologized and looked up only to see Apollo. "Well it is my pleasure dear", he winked at me. "What you are doing over here", I asked as I was surprised by his sudden presence. "Same as you, taking a stroll to ease my mind", he gave a flirty smile and came extremely close to me. 

"I haven't got the chance to tell you but, you look heavenly, totally eye candy with this attire", he complimented in his husky tone, which made me feel flustered. "I understand everything but what's with the term 'eye candy'", I quickly changed the topic as I didn't want him to see my flustered face.  

"Changing the topic, but anyways it's a human term, which means you are appetizing for my eyes, or my eyes are blessed by your presence", he gave another of his flirtatious smile which made my heart skip a bit. "I don't know when you will accept my heart but I'll wait patiently for you my lady", he kissed my hand and bowed. 

"That was very sudden, don't you agree my Lord", I said and rolled my eyes. "And you love it my dear, so tell me my dear don't I make your heart beat a little louder", he asked as he dangerously came closer to me.

"I won't lie my Lord, I love it, but right now I don't think I'm ready for you or for anyone at this moment. That doesn't mean you are not worthy of me but it's quite the opposite, do you remember the time when you proposed me to be your wife?", I asked him* as I recalled the past.

He nodded his head and I continued, "You probably don't know but a century ago I was madly in love with Hades, and after a very long time probably a decade later I even proposed to him. From that day our little sneaky love started, and I was madly in love with him and I thought it was the same for him, but I was very wrong about it. Five to six years later he fell in love with Keshia, and discarded me as if I was nothing to him. For him I was simply like a passing wind, I never meant anything to him. And you know right I never showed up for at least three decades, I was cooped up in my room, crying till I fell asleep. It was Jimin and Taehyung who helped me move on from that being, and that's why I can't accept you right now. Maybe my heart healed but not the betrayal. And if it happens a second time I don't know what to do. I'm sorry for this....I...I just can't accept your heart right now", I broke down in the end as I couldn't hold my tears anymore. 

He didn't said anything but just pulled me into his warm embrace, he held me tightly like his life depended on it, and honestly I found solace in his embrace. I inhaled his sweet mint and strawberry scent which made my mind relax. I could feel my heart racing faster than usual as I felt his perfect abs. After a few minutes my mind cooled off and I pulled out from his hug as I didn't want him to listen to my rapid heartbeat. 

"I'm sorry I didn't knew Hades could do something like that, I'm sorry I wasn't there for you, but I promise that I will always support you and be there for you, even if it's not as a lover I'll be there for you as your friend", he softly caressed my hand and planted a soft peck on my cheek. 

"Let me escort you back to your chamber", he offered and wiped my tears which stained on my soft rosy cheeks. "And also I know it isn't easy to forget your first love that unfortunately came with betrayal but if it drains your energy you should not give a damn about that person. I'm sorry I'm not good with comforting words but what I mean is that bastard crushed you like a mere fly so don't think about him too much, it's his loss", he said and planted a kiss on my forehead. 

" Even if it isn't me I'm sure one person will sure come who will show you what love truly is...just give that person a chance. Sometimes you need to open your heart to heal your wound", he showed me a warm smile and honestly I felt happy from inside.

"You may, but you are wrong about one thing I may have loved him but he's not my first love, and don't ask who's my first love because I don't know about if I had truly loved someone to call that person as my 'first love' ", I replied and we both went to the chambers.

"Will you be leaving tomorrow?", he asked before I went inside my chamber. 

"Yes, since there's nothing to do anymore and I want peace, which can't be found here due to certain people", I sighed but quickly removed it with a smile. "I see, then a very good night. I hope we will meet soon", he smiled back and left. 

I won't lie but his presence is comforting enough for my broken heart. He sure is handsome but not like the man in my dreams. Maybe later I will ask father Poseidon or the witch. I really want to know why I dream of that man, and why he mumbles the same thing. It's as if he wants to comfort me, but why, I ask myself this same question but I  am unable to find any answer. Maybe before departing to the Human Realm I'll visit the Moirai sisters to know about this matter in depth.

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