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Chapter 39 - Ismene-Eirene
BryantFINALLY, they kissed! Now to face her parents.
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“Thank you, but no reason to be formal," I assured him, raising my free hand slightly. “I don’t think I could be informal, Lord Ares.” Leander bowed his head, stressing my new title. “Thank you for walking our daughter home. I’m sure you have more important things to do. Your House must be waiting to celebrate with their new Ares." he said, trying to suggest I should go. “Yes, we wouldn’t want to keep you from celebrating with your House," Elaine added. “Thank you for your consideration, but there isn’t anything more important than Ismene-Eirene," I stated. Ismene-Eirene smiled, blushing a little as she squeezed my hand. It was then that her parents noticed our joined hands. Generally, I escorted her with her hand on my arm, more formal and proper. This was very different. “And what might you mean by that?" Elaine asked. “Well… Leander and Elaine. Ismene-Eirene and I spoke tonight after my fight and made a decision. So now we have come to you to ask your blessing on our engageme
The Destroyer Chapter 41 - Ismene-Eirene
After Androkles left, I excused myself to go to my room. I needed to pack, but I mainly wanted to be alone for a few moments. To let it all sink in. I took Alexis off his leash and then flopped onto my bed, smiling. “I’m going to marry Androkles." I sighed, reaching up and lightly touching my lips. Closing my eyes, I could easily recall everything about our first kiss. I could still feel Androkles’ rough lips that moved so sweetly against mine. The sheer memory of our kiss sent shivers through my body. It’s a good thing I was alone. I wouldn’t want to explain why I was blushing. I would be dreaming about our kiss, about my first kiss. I frowned a little, wondering if it was Androkles’ first kiss. Would I be his first in anything? I knew we were close in age, but expectations of men vs. women are very different. Even more so when you account for his position and who his father is. “Knowing his father, he probably took him to a brothel. Or maybe some girl or servant was happy enough
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I sighed and nodded. Androkles was right. There was still much we needed to do. At least we will get through it all together. “I understand. And it will give me more time to become acclimated to the House and ready to fill my role as Lady of Ares House." I nodded, doing my best to school my expression to not look disappointed. I was hoping to be his wife sooner than later. But I know that other things are more important. I blinked as I felt him take my hand into his. “Trust me, I don’t wish to wait months to be your husband," Andy assured me, squeezing my hand lightly. I couldn’t help but smile. At least I’m not the only one that doesn’t like the sound of months. “Part of what else would take so long is the idea of the big council member wedding." he sighed. “Yes, but we don’t probably have a choice. Do we?" I sighed. “Oh, we do, or I’m making it so. I don’t want some big wedding with the whole council and high-ranked people that are only there to be polite and from obligation b
The Destroyer Chapter 43 - Androkles
These past two days have been the longest of my life. Or at least it felt that way. I missed her, which wasn’t new, as I often would miss her between training sessions. But now that we’re engaged, it feels different. I spent much of my two days in meetings. So many meetings. I sent Eugenius to the farthest southeastern fort that my House maintains. I wanted him to be as far from me and Ismene as possible. It didn’t take much convincing for Dio to send my father away. He was ordered to oversee a Zeus fort in the northwestern part of Olympus. We also agreed that keeping the pair as far away from each other as possible was important. But then I’ve been sorting through all the high-ranked members of House Ares to determine who is loyal to me, to the House itself, or Eugenius. I carefully evaluated anyone I felt would likely act out in loyalty to Eugenius. I can’t punish them. And I needed to be mindful of where I station them. I wouldn’t want to let any of his most loyal end up where I s
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Bidding our farewells to Myrrine, we returned to Atlas and headed for House Hera. At least Myrrine didn’t give me any shit about our engagement. Outside of her comment about not being surprised. I’d ask if she was not surprised why she didn’t mention anything to myself or Ismene-Eirene but knew better. She wouldn’t have told either of us what she was noticing. Aphrodites of old would have probably meddled, but Myrrine has learned more from Eros than her predecessor, which means being as sketchy and obtuse as possible. So, of course, she watched from the sidelines, interfering ever so slightly. Like that day, she came to Dio’s House to ambush me and offer me that glamor. “Have you had much experience with Lady Hera?" I asked. “No, I've never met her. My father wrote to her House asking for a priestess for Rea’s wedding to Amilios. But it wasn’t her in person that performed the ceremony.” Ismene-Eirene shook her head. “Outside of you, Lord Zeus, and Lady Aphrodite, I’ve never met any
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"Well, I am glad to have cleared that up for you, Lady Hera." I nodded. I was starting to understand why Andy doesn't always get along with others in the council. If they are all like Lady Hera when it comes to him, I may have some difficulties myself. And not just the council. I can tell that Lord Gaios also holds something against him. I'm curious to know what, other than what many Olympians have against him, caused Gaios to dislike him. But if other spouses are like Gaios, those luncheons may not happen. "Now that she has answered your question. Your decision?" Andy questioned. I could tell he was doing his best to keep a civil tone. "As she enters this marriage freely, I have no reason to decline. You have my blessing. Just keep me informed when you have chosen a date. As a council member, it is my honor and duty to perform your ceremony, Lord Ares." she said. "Thank you. We will notify you when a date has been set. Good day, Lady Hera. Goodbye, Lord Gaios." Andy said, wrapping
The Destroyer Chapter 46 - Androkles
It didn’t take me long to plan the trip to the Underworld. She may not have said it, but I knew Ismene-Eirene was nervous about this trip. I can’t blame her. She’s met various council members, but Hades isn’t part of the council. He’s something entirely different. I think Hades may be more feared in Olympus than I am, and I’m the one prophesied to destroy it. Hades should be more feared. Hades is the living embodiment of death. A Hades is the ferryman to whatever lies beyond life. It’s only natural to fear death. Death is inevitable, and all of us shall greet Hades someday. My prophesized destruction is only that, a prophesy. There is no guarantee that the prophecy will happen so that a glimmer of hope of salvation still exists. Knowing she was about to meet the God that stands between the living and the dead was enough to make any nervous. But there was the added pressure of meeting a daughter of The Zeus. I’ve never met Lady Persephone, so I know her only through what I’m told. I t
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“It is a new era in Ares House, and my people need to come to terms with that change. I... we...” I said, correcting myself as I glanced at Ismene-Eirene. Ismene-Eirene smiled at my correction to include her. She is Lady of Ares, and I want her to know that it isn’t an empty or frivolous title. She has power and will be able to wield it. I want her to know she is as much a part of the House and the decisions made as I am. I know I’ve fallen for her in my heart, and I refuse to treat the woman I love as anything less than an equal. I don’t want to treat her like Eugenius treated Kyltië or my father treated my mother and any of his wives. After all, she is going to be my wife. We are friends, and I would respect her input. And beyond that, we are friends. “Can only hope they will see that these changes are for the better,” I explained. “I have one last thing,” I said as I reached into a pouch and pulled out an item wrapped in fabric. Pulling back the fabric, I offered a golden baby
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