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With Hati and his companion gone, Persephone was the last person left in the parlor. She allowed herself a moment to indulge in curiosity; a little nosy habit perhaps, but it was always in good fun. It was the least she could do while Hati would use her cafรฉ as a base of operations. Persephone had been far too busy to actually listen in on the conversation. The young lady barely gave anything away in her expression, and even Hati seemed to perk up for whatever reason, so it had to be good. Perhaps a jilted lover hunting down the one that made haste with all her valuable treasures?
When the table was cleared and chairs stacked, Persephone disappeared behind the counter to make two drinks. There was no need for her to get dressed again when sheโd already done so in the morning, somehow managing not to spill even a single drop of coffee on the white lace covering her body. With nothing to do but to wait for the coffee to be made, she found her thoughts drifting again.
Persephone liked to avoid meeting Hera. The resentment the queen of the underworld held for the queen of the gods still too deep, burning like an open sore rubbed by a foxglove. Despite Persephoneโs duties as the servant to the world tree, she often found the yearly pomp organized by Hera to be nothing more than a nuisance. Persephoneโs worries ran worse than usual, her fingers tapping nervously against the solid countertop as anxieties started to pile up inside.
As Hades drove he let his thoughts wander to the gathering that was to take place today. Every year they were all forced to attend some family reunion at the request of Hera, who seemed desperate to remain relevant even after all this time. The gatherings usually stayed somewhat peaceful but knowing his family it was always just a matter of time before powder leg exploded in everyone's face. While he despised Hera and was at least apathetic to most of the other gods, It did always give an excuse for his wife and kids to be present together, so there was at least some solace in that.
Hades thoughts however shifted to happier ones as he arrived at his destination as a smile slowly crept in on his face. The small coffee shop his wife owned and ran sat byself tucked into the corner empty of its normal bustle of patrons. Hades smiled again as he saw Persephone standing behind the counter lost in her own thoughts. Hades out of the car in his normal suit attire that he had grown accustomed to wearing as he walked into the coffee shop.
โExcuse me miss, I'm terribly sorry but can I buy a set of flowers? I know you're closed right now but I really need to buy one for my wife.โ
Almost immediately Persephoneโs face, which had been screwed into a worried frown, relaxed. She couldnโt stop the smile forming on her face as she responded. โHow can I say no when you ask like that?โ She moved from behind the counter to reveal herself entirely. โShe must be a lucky woman to have such a thoughtful husband like yourself.โ Persephone said as she walked closer to greet Hades with a kiss.
โI am quite the catch, But I think I was the lucky one.โ Hades said with a smirk as he bent down to kiss his wife. โEverything ok, love? You seemed a bit worried before I walked in.โ
Persephone chuckled in agreement before letting out a sigh. โItโs Zagreus. Iโm worried for him.โ Persephone looked unsure of herself as she doubled back to retrieve the two to-go cups of coffee sheโd made before. โItโs going to be his first time returning to god society andโฆ I donโt know what to think- what heโll think.โ
Hades brought Persephone into a tight embrace trying his best to comfort her. โEverything will be ok. Weโll both be there to keep an eye on him if need be, but not even Hera is bold enough to try something with us all there.โ Hades stepped back looking at Persephone's face giving her a reassuring smile. โLetโs just enjoy this lunch as best we can even if the old hag is there.โ Hades finished as he laid out his hand offering to guide her to the car.
Persephone laughed, very pleased with the nickname he bestowed upon Hera. โHag is one way to put it, but Iโm certain Melinoรซ has other colourful nicknames for her.โ Persephone took Hadesโ offered hand, allowing him to guide her to his car and settling in for the ride. Truthfully, despite Hades' attempt at appeasing her, Persephone still felt the pang of worry for her children. The Festival of Life was always an event that troubled her each year, and it never seemed to grow less. She always wondered who wouldn't show up this time around as their group of divines grow thinner over time.
As they drove off toward the meeting place for their meeting Hades looked over to Persephone in the passenger seat. โSo how was the store today? Any customers unhappy about you closing early?โ
โSurprisingly, no. The regulars already know the drill by now. But Hati did turn up today with a client.โ Persephone offered before humming in thought. โA new one this time, Iโve never seen the mortal before. Iโm hedging my bets that itโs a jilted lover again. That was fun last time.โ
โWell at least it should be entertaining for you to watch.โ Hades turned his attention back to the road as he continued to drive farther from the large city towards the extravagant country club that was meant to host this large gathering. In truth Hades hated these sorts of gatherings. They reminded him far too much of the meetings of Mt. Olympus, which he hardly ever attended. Hades was a man who liked to be in control of a situation and hated being surprised by anything, especially his family.
Persephone hummed in agreement. The momentary distraction from her worries was welcomed, her mind drifting to the possible scandalous reasons the poor mortal could have to seek out a bounty hunter.
Luckily the Olympic Club was not a far journey from A New Leaf. When the car came to a halt, Persephone stepped out, ready to take her husbandโs hand in hers again. She gave the valet a warm, charming smile as the young lad took Hades' car to the parking lot. She squeezed Hades' hand in hers, a pacifying gesture that Persephone had come to use to comfort herself in moments before the Festival. Even for a divine couple their relationship had been good, the support and love the two gods held for each other unusual for the Greek pantheon. That unity was their power, and Persephone was more than happy to show it off to the world. โAre you ready, my love?โ
โOh course my dear, let's give them a show shall we.โ As they exited the car Hades took Persephone's hand bringing her close as he walked with her towards the main building, daring any soul to come close to them.
When the table was cleared and chairs stacked, Persephone disappeared behind the counter to make two drinks. There was no need for her to get dressed again when sheโd already done so in the morning, somehow managing not to spill even a single drop of coffee on the white lace covering her body. With nothing to do but to wait for the coffee to be made, she found her thoughts drifting again.
Persephone liked to avoid meeting Hera. The resentment the queen of the underworld held for the queen of the gods still too deep, burning like an open sore rubbed by a foxglove. Despite Persephoneโs duties as the servant to the world tree, she often found the yearly pomp organized by Hera to be nothing more than a nuisance. Persephoneโs worries ran worse than usual, her fingers tapping nervously against the solid countertop as anxieties started to pile up inside.
As Hades drove he let his thoughts wander to the gathering that was to take place today. Every year they were all forced to attend some family reunion at the request of Hera, who seemed desperate to remain relevant even after all this time. The gatherings usually stayed somewhat peaceful but knowing his family it was always just a matter of time before powder leg exploded in everyone's face. While he despised Hera and was at least apathetic to most of the other gods, It did always give an excuse for his wife and kids to be present together, so there was at least some solace in that.
Hades thoughts however shifted to happier ones as he arrived at his destination as a smile slowly crept in on his face. The small coffee shop his wife owned and ran sat byself tucked into the corner empty of its normal bustle of patrons. Hades smiled again as he saw Persephone standing behind the counter lost in her own thoughts. Hades out of the car in his normal suit attire that he had grown accustomed to wearing as he walked into the coffee shop.
โExcuse me miss, I'm terribly sorry but can I buy a set of flowers? I know you're closed right now but I really need to buy one for my wife.โ
Almost immediately Persephoneโs face, which had been screwed into a worried frown, relaxed. She couldnโt stop the smile forming on her face as she responded. โHow can I say no when you ask like that?โ She moved from behind the counter to reveal herself entirely. โShe must be a lucky woman to have such a thoughtful husband like yourself.โ Persephone said as she walked closer to greet Hades with a kiss.
โI am quite the catch, But I think I was the lucky one.โ Hades said with a smirk as he bent down to kiss his wife. โEverything ok, love? You seemed a bit worried before I walked in.โ
Persephone chuckled in agreement before letting out a sigh. โItโs Zagreus. Iโm worried for him.โ Persephone looked unsure of herself as she doubled back to retrieve the two to-go cups of coffee sheโd made before. โItโs going to be his first time returning to god society andโฆ I donโt know what to think- what heโll think.โ
Hades brought Persephone into a tight embrace trying his best to comfort her. โEverything will be ok. Weโll both be there to keep an eye on him if need be, but not even Hera is bold enough to try something with us all there.โ Hades stepped back looking at Persephone's face giving her a reassuring smile. โLetโs just enjoy this lunch as best we can even if the old hag is there.โ Hades finished as he laid out his hand offering to guide her to the car.
Persephone laughed, very pleased with the nickname he bestowed upon Hera. โHag is one way to put it, but Iโm certain Melinoรซ has other colourful nicknames for her.โ Persephone took Hadesโ offered hand, allowing him to guide her to his car and settling in for the ride. Truthfully, despite Hades' attempt at appeasing her, Persephone still felt the pang of worry for her children. The Festival of Life was always an event that troubled her each year, and it never seemed to grow less. She always wondered who wouldn't show up this time around as their group of divines grow thinner over time.
As they drove off toward the meeting place for their meeting Hades looked over to Persephone in the passenger seat. โSo how was the store today? Any customers unhappy about you closing early?โ
โSurprisingly, no. The regulars already know the drill by now. But Hati did turn up today with a client.โ Persephone offered before humming in thought. โA new one this time, Iโve never seen the mortal before. Iโm hedging my bets that itโs a jilted lover again. That was fun last time.โ
โWell at least it should be entertaining for you to watch.โ Hades turned his attention back to the road as he continued to drive farther from the large city towards the extravagant country club that was meant to host this large gathering. In truth Hades hated these sorts of gatherings. They reminded him far too much of the meetings of Mt. Olympus, which he hardly ever attended. Hades was a man who liked to be in control of a situation and hated being surprised by anything, especially his family.
Persephone hummed in agreement. The momentary distraction from her worries was welcomed, her mind drifting to the possible scandalous reasons the poor mortal could have to seek out a bounty hunter.
Luckily the Olympic Club was not a far journey from A New Leaf. When the car came to a halt, Persephone stepped out, ready to take her husbandโs hand in hers again. She gave the valet a warm, charming smile as the young lad took Hades' car to the parking lot. She squeezed Hades' hand in hers, a pacifying gesture that Persephone had come to use to comfort herself in moments before the Festival. Even for a divine couple their relationship had been good, the support and love the two gods held for each other unusual for the Greek pantheon. That unity was their power, and Persephone was more than happy to show it off to the world. โAre you ready, my love?โ
โOh course my dear, let's give them a show shall we.โ As they exited the car Hades took Persephone's hand bringing her close as he walked with her towards the main building, daring any soul to come close to them.