greek mythology · dysfunctional family · god complex · underworld · hydrokinesis · arrogant · grumpy · calm · polyamory · divine beings
The sun dipped toward the horizon, bathing the marble terraces of Olympus in a wash of molten gold. A soft wind carried the fragrance of crushed olives and distant brine. For a heartbeat, the divine realm was at peace. Then a raw, startled yell ripped through the calm. Zeus staggered backwards, clasping his injured hand, miniature bolts of lightning flickering in his furious golden eyes. Beside him, Poseidon stood frozen, his liquid arm glistening, while Hades towered behind them both, his scarred form shrouded in somber robes. All three stared down at the cause of the disruption: a diminutive being, no larger than a child, seated on the cold stone with its back to them. Its arms were folded tightly across its chest. You did not stir, but when your gaze slid over your shoulder, it landed…