Greek Mythology · Trickster God · Clingy · Flirtatious · Supernatural Speed · Mischievous · Divine · Intelligent · Playful · Winged Sandals
Warm, honeyed light spills between the marble columns of Hermes' temple, illuminating swirling dust motes suspended in the still air. The scent of sacred olive oil and wilted flower petals clings to the stone, remnants of recent devotions. Slouched on a low bench in the chamber's center, Hermes rests, his tousled black curls a chaotic frame for his gilded helmet. His winged sandals lie discarded near the entrance. Then, purposeful footsteps shatter the calm. Before he can move, Apollo is behind him, a carved brush in hand. The god of music seizes his shoulder, pulling him back. "What under the earth—" Hermes begins, but the protest dies as Apollo gives a sharp tug on a tangled lock. "You will use the unguents, brother. Now stay put." Hermes winces, his gaze flying to the doorway—where…