Solan contacts Atalanta for help rescuing his father Reias, who was kidnapped by Dalen and Batalia. Atalanta goes to the sacred grove where the Adriel Guardians Botan and Drinn have been hiding, and convinces them to help. Although hesitant due to their past with Olympus, Botan agrees when Atalanta guarantees their safety and says Zeus himself requested their assistance, showing how dire the situation is.
The document discusses the ongoing conflict between Atalanta and her brother Icarus over their family's legacy. Icarus has fallen under the influence of Chaos and wants to claim the legacy for himself, seeing Atalanta as too weak. Meanwhile, Xylen's plans to take over the world using blood sacrifices from various pantheons is progressing, with Loki assisting him by providing offerings from the Norse gods. Atalanta finds comfort in her relationship with Iolaus, who agrees to help her in her family's mission to restore the God of Peace.
This document appears to be the front matter and first chapter of a fictional novel. It includes a copyright page, dedication, prologue, and beginning of chapter one. The prologue describes a young boy witnessing domestic violence between his parents. His mother tells him to always fight for good and never turn out the light in his heart. In chapter one, the main character Emilia regains consciousness in an unfamiliar place after apparently almost drowning, and senses someone watching her as she wakes up.
This document appears to be the beginning of a novel. It introduces several main characters who are attending a meeting led by Amon, an ancient being, at a new hotel he has built. Amon explains that the hotel will be a safe place for the characters, who are various supernatural creatures, to freely "hunt" or feed on humans. He demonstrates that the hotel staff harbor hatred for other humans who have wronged them. The characters agree to join Amon's court and reside at the hotel. The story then shifts to introduce London, a fashion influencer reminiscing about her rise to success in that industry and a falling out with a former friend.
Pygmalion was a sculptor who fell in love with one of his ivory sculptures of a woman, named Galatea. Though the statue was inanimate, Pygmalion lavished it with gifts and affection. On the festival of Aphrodite, he prayed to the goddess to bring him a wife just like Galatea. Aphrodite took pity on Pygmalion and brought the statue to life. When Pygmalion returned home, he found that Galatea had become a living, breathing woman. They later married and had a son, from whom the city of Paphos derived its name.
Solan, Roxie, Eddie, and Reias visit Tartarus to meet Reias' parents, Hades and Persephone. Hades is cold and annoyed upon meeting Roxie, a mortal, making her feel unwelcome. Solan can sense emotions as colors and gets feelings of yellow and violet from Hades, indicating nervousness and annoyance. Reias wants Roxie and their family to live in Tartarus for protection from Dalen, but Roxie refuses due to Hades' hostility toward her and not wanting to abandon Liam.
This document is the beginning of a romance novel. It introduces the main characters Lily and Kade. Lily lives with her uncle Drew, who treats her poorly. Kade is an old Navy friend of Drew's who comes to stay with them. When Lily answers the door, she is instantly attracted to Kade, though also afraid of Drew's reaction. Kade is equally drawn to Lily and sees her as his new obsession, though he knows he needs to proceed carefully given her situation living with Drew.
A quiet talk about the babe of bethlehemGLENN PEASE
Mary the Virgin .
Gabriel the Messenger
Elizabeth the Kinswoman .
Joseph the Friend
Bethlehem the Birthplace .
Jesus the Babe Born
Unto Us," the New Heir .
The document discusses the ongoing conflict between Atalanta and her brother Icarus over their family's legacy. Icarus has fallen under the influence of Chaos and wants to claim the legacy for himself, seeing Atalanta as too weak. Meanwhile, Xylen's plans to take over the world using blood sacrifices from various pantheons is progressing, with Loki assisting him by providing offerings from the Norse gods. Atalanta finds comfort in her relationship with Iolaus, who agrees to help her in her family's mission to restore the God of Peace.
This document appears to be the front matter and first chapter of a fictional novel. It includes a copyright page, dedication, prologue, and beginning of chapter one. The prologue describes a young boy witnessing domestic violence between his parents. His mother tells him to always fight for good and never turn out the light in his heart. In chapter one, the main character Emilia regains consciousness in an unfamiliar place after apparently almost drowning, and senses someone watching her as she wakes up.
This document appears to be the beginning of a novel. It introduces several main characters who are attending a meeting led by Amon, an ancient being, at a new hotel he has built. Amon explains that the hotel will be a safe place for the characters, who are various supernatural creatures, to freely "hunt" or feed on humans. He demonstrates that the hotel staff harbor hatred for other humans who have wronged them. The characters agree to join Amon's court and reside at the hotel. The story then shifts to introduce London, a fashion influencer reminiscing about her rise to success in that industry and a falling out with a former friend.
Pygmalion was a sculptor who fell in love with one of his ivory sculptures of a woman, named Galatea. Though the statue was inanimate, Pygmalion lavished it with gifts and affection. On the festival of Aphrodite, he prayed to the goddess to bring him a wife just like Galatea. Aphrodite took pity on Pygmalion and brought the statue to life. When Pygmalion returned home, he found that Galatea had become a living, breathing woman. They later married and had a son, from whom the city of Paphos derived its name.
Solan, Roxie, Eddie, and Reias visit Tartarus to meet Reias' parents, Hades and Persephone. Hades is cold and annoyed upon meeting Roxie, a mortal, making her feel unwelcome. Solan can sense emotions as colors and gets feelings of yellow and violet from Hades, indicating nervousness and annoyance. Reias wants Roxie and their family to live in Tartarus for protection from Dalen, but Roxie refuses due to Hades' hostility toward her and not wanting to abandon Liam.
This document is the beginning of a romance novel. It introduces the main characters Lily and Kade. Lily lives with her uncle Drew, who treats her poorly. Kade is an old Navy friend of Drew's who comes to stay with them. When Lily answers the door, she is instantly attracted to Kade, though also afraid of Drew's reaction. Kade is equally drawn to Lily and sees her as his new obsession, though he knows he needs to proceed carefully given her situation living with Drew.
A quiet talk about the babe of bethlehemGLENN PEASE
Mary the Virgin .
Gabriel the Messenger
Elizabeth the Kinswoman .
Joseph the Friend
Bethlehem the Birthplace .
Jesus the Babe Born
Unto Us," the New Heir .
- The document discusses the dark times that have fallen on Hidden City since Apollo disappeared and the sun stopped rising. It also talks about the goddess Arwyn's mission to take the weapon Drinn back to Elvendia for rebirth to remove his purpose as a weapon.
- Drinn must decide whether to go through with being killed and reborn, which would mean losing all memory of his life on Earth and of Helen. He ultimately agrees to the process.
- The document then shifts to discussing Julius' concerns over the growing powers of his twin grandsons Castor and Pollux, and the possibility of Aeridane, the Elvendia God of the Sun, replacing Apollo on Earth to restore light until he
The document summarizes the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche. It describes how Psyche's father consulted the oracle and was told to abandon Psyche on a mountain, where she would be taken by a serpent as a husband. Instead, Zephyr carried her to a beautiful mansion. There, an unseen husband visited her at night. When Psyche's sisters arrived, her husband warned her not to let them see her. Later, Psyche completed tasks given by Venus and received help each time. Eventually, Cupid and Psyche were married with Jupiter's approval, and Psyche gained immortality.
1) Venus gets angry that Psyche's beauty is receiving worship instead of her own and tasks Cupid with making Psyche fall in love with a monster. However, Cupid himself falls for Psyche.
2) Cupid tricks Psyche's family into leaving her on a mountain where he visits her at night. They fall deeply in love though Psyche cannot see Cupid.
3) Psyche's curious sisters convince her to look at Cupid in the dark, causing him to flee after she wakes him. Psyche must complete difficult tasks from Venus to be reunited with Cupid.
An Immortal's Love: Solan's Bachelor Challenge Day 1animeangel1983
Solan meets seven women that Cupid has chosen for him to get to know through a "Bachelor Challenge." He connects most with Steph, a Creator, and Dobby, who has a unique backstory. Meanwhile, Laura antagonizes Koko and brags that her elven features and beauty will help her win Solan's affection. By nightfall, Steph and Dobby appear to be ahead in winning Solan's heart, though the real competition begins when eliminations start tomorrow.
This document summarizes the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche. It describes Cupid as the god of love and sexual desire whose weapon was arrows. It then introduces Psyche as a mortal princess of astounding beauty, which made the goddess Aphrodite jealous. Aphrodite sent Cupid to make Psyche fall in love with the ugliest creature, but Cupid fell for her instead. They married in secret, but Psyche's sisters convinced her to look upon Cupid and she accidentally woke him, causing him to flee. Psyche then had to complete challenges set by Aphrodite to be reunited with Cupid.
This document contains 21 hymns or songs about embracing the cross of Jesus Christ and living according to his example. The hymns praise Jesus for his sacrifice on the cross to save humanity from sin, encourage embracing suffering as Jesus did, and express faith that God's grace is sufficient. They declare that Jesus is above all powers and authorities and is a faithful redeemer. The hymns look forward to the time when there will be no more suffering and God's people will live eternally with him in heaven.
Psyche was a beautiful princess who became jealous of by Aphrodite. She fell in love with Eros, the god of love, but he made himself invisible to her. Psyche's sisters convinced her Eros was a monster, so she lit a lamp to see him and accidentally woke him, causing him to fly away. Aphrodite then gave Psyche impossible tasks to complete in order to be reunited with Eros, but Psyche was able to complete the tasks with help from animals and nature. Eventually, Eros and Psyche were married with Zeus' blessing, making Psyche immortal.
Michael Johns awakens in the middle of the night to help deliver a calf. After successfully delivering the calf, he checks on his father and finds that he has passed away peacefully in his sleep. Michael is overcome with grief at the loss of his father, with whom he was very close and who raised him on their family dairy ranch after Michael's mother passed away. Michael cries at his father's bedside, mourning the loss of the man who meant so much to him.
The story of Cupid and Psyche is about a beautiful mortal woman named Psyche who is so beautiful that people begin worshipping her instead of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. In retaliation, Venus tasks her son Cupid with punishing Psyche by making her fall in love with an ugly creature. However, when Cupid sees Psyche he instead falls in love with her. They marry in secret but Psyche's sisters convince her to look upon Cupid, angering him and sending Psyche on a quest to regain his love, completing impossible tasks set by Venus along the way. After overcoming the challenges with divine help, Psyche and Cupid are finally united as immortal lovers.
Cupid is the son of Mercury and Venus. In Greek mythology he is known as Eros and is portrayed as a slender winged youth, while in Roman myths he is depicted as a young chubby boy. Cupid uses a bow and magic arrows to induce feelings of love or aversion. He is responsible for making Apollo fall in love with Daphne and causing Dido to love Aeneas. His most famous story is falling in love with the mortal Psyche against his mother Venus's wishes. They marry but Psyche breaks the rule of never looking at Cupid and he abandons her, though they are eventually reunited through her trials.
This magazine contains contributions from children and young people taught by Edinburgh's Hospital and Outreach Teaching Service. These students may be in hospitals, treatment centers, foster care, excluded from school, homeschooled, or part of education groups. This year's magazine has a more professional design thanks to the Learning Publications Unit. The magazine hopes to provide enjoyment and welcomes any feedback on the contributions.
The appearance of a mysterious Dark Moon has caused worldwide tidal disruptions. At an emergency UN meeting, two strange men from Hidden City, Greece claim they can resolve the issue. Meanwhile, Lunala stays in a protected volcanic temple on Elvendia, but Drinn and Botan convince her to join them in stopping the corrupted Pellas, who is now serving Chaos. Back in Hidden City, Reias tries to make amends after his long absence, while Dade worries that his brother Icarus may have fallen under Chaos' influence like Reias once did.
This document discusses the characters and setting in the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche. It introduces the main characters including Cupid, Psyche, Aphrodite, Zeus, and Hades. It describes Cupid as a boy god who cannot age or die. Psyche is a beautiful mortal woman. Aphrodite is Cupid's mother and the goddess of love who disapproves of Psyche. Zeus is the king of the gods and Hades rules the underworld. It also mentions Mount Olympus as the home of the gods. The story outline and characters provide context for the myth of Cupid and Psyche.
Hayley tells Rosa that she overheard elves discussing plans to kill Rosa and Lysander. Hayley warns that they are no longer safe and must leave Flinton immediately. Rosa is distraught at the thought of leaving without Hayley. Hayley offers to help them escape that night by calling in a favor, getting them far away from the town. However, Hayley will remain behind for now due to her obligations in Flinton.
Psyche is a beautiful mortal woman whose beauty threatens the goddess Venus. Venus tasks her son Cupid with making Psyche fall in love with a hideous man, but Cupid instead falls for her himself. They marry secretly, though Psyche is forbidden from seeing her husband. Her sisters convince her to look upon him and she discovers he is Cupid. Her curiosity causes him to flee. Psyche undergoes difficult tasks from Venus to be reunited with Cupid, succeeding through help. They are married as immortal gods after Zeus intervenes.
The story of Cupid and Psyche is one of the most famous Greek myths. Cupid is the god of love who falls in love with Psyche, a mortal woman of great beauty. Cupid's mother Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, is jealous of Psyche and tasks her with dangerous challenges. Psyche completes the challenges with help from others, including Cupid and the god Hermes. The story explores themes of love, jealousy, and fate between gods and mortals.
The document discusses the nature of bravery. It states that bravery is not about harming others, but rather about praying for those who have harmed you and asking God to bless them with qualities like compassion. It provides numerous examples of harms like discrimination, abuse, hatred, intolerance, lies, etc. and states that the brave are those who still pray for those who have committed such acts rather than seek retaliation. The overall message is that true bravery is responding to harm with prayer, forgiveness and seeking the higher good rather than revenge or further conflict.
Reias has fallen into despair after believing his family and the legacy children were killed by Xylen. On the planet Elvendia, Aiden saves Solan using a "Gate Stone" that transports between worlds. Solan is confused to find his family and the children were actually saved. Ani-Mei and Adahy plan to train Solan and Aiden to use the Adriel powers to defeat Xylen, who has influenced Reias to fully embrace the darkness.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 2 Chapter 2.25Lauren Patton
Aiden returns to Hidden City seeking help from Euphoria to stop his daughter Callisto's plan. He meets Shadow instead, who toys with him but eventually agrees to help. Meanwhile, Reias uses a Bone Phone to resurrect Helen Reed, who died at the hands of rogue gods. Helen reconnects with her family upon returning home but Goderic insists on helping Reias seek vengeance against the gods responsible for Helen's death.
The Quest For Peace Redux: Chapter Eleven Pt. 1animeangel1983
Solan is accused of hacking into the college database to change his grades, but he denies doing so. An officer tracks the hack back to Solan's computer. Solan senses that his brother Liam was feeling smug, and realizes Liam must have framed him. Solan is upset that his own brother would set him up, but still loves Liam and doesn't want to hurt their mother Roxie by revealing what Liam did.
- The document discusses the dark times that have fallen on Hidden City since Apollo disappeared and the sun stopped rising. It also talks about the goddess Arwyn's mission to take the weapon Drinn back to Elvendia for rebirth to remove his purpose as a weapon.
- Drinn must decide whether to go through with being killed and reborn, which would mean losing all memory of his life on Earth and of Helen. He ultimately agrees to the process.
- The document then shifts to discussing Julius' concerns over the growing powers of his twin grandsons Castor and Pollux, and the possibility of Aeridane, the Elvendia God of the Sun, replacing Apollo on Earth to restore light until he
The document summarizes the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche. It describes how Psyche's father consulted the oracle and was told to abandon Psyche on a mountain, where she would be taken by a serpent as a husband. Instead, Zephyr carried her to a beautiful mansion. There, an unseen husband visited her at night. When Psyche's sisters arrived, her husband warned her not to let them see her. Later, Psyche completed tasks given by Venus and received help each time. Eventually, Cupid and Psyche were married with Jupiter's approval, and Psyche gained immortality.
1) Venus gets angry that Psyche's beauty is receiving worship instead of her own and tasks Cupid with making Psyche fall in love with a monster. However, Cupid himself falls for Psyche.
2) Cupid tricks Psyche's family into leaving her on a mountain where he visits her at night. They fall deeply in love though Psyche cannot see Cupid.
3) Psyche's curious sisters convince her to look at Cupid in the dark, causing him to flee after she wakes him. Psyche must complete difficult tasks from Venus to be reunited with Cupid.
An Immortal's Love: Solan's Bachelor Challenge Day 1animeangel1983
Solan meets seven women that Cupid has chosen for him to get to know through a "Bachelor Challenge." He connects most with Steph, a Creator, and Dobby, who has a unique backstory. Meanwhile, Laura antagonizes Koko and brags that her elven features and beauty will help her win Solan's affection. By nightfall, Steph and Dobby appear to be ahead in winning Solan's heart, though the real competition begins when eliminations start tomorrow.
This document summarizes the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche. It describes Cupid as the god of love and sexual desire whose weapon was arrows. It then introduces Psyche as a mortal princess of astounding beauty, which made the goddess Aphrodite jealous. Aphrodite sent Cupid to make Psyche fall in love with the ugliest creature, but Cupid fell for her instead. They married in secret, but Psyche's sisters convinced her to look upon Cupid and she accidentally woke him, causing him to flee. Psyche then had to complete challenges set by Aphrodite to be reunited with Cupid.
This document contains 21 hymns or songs about embracing the cross of Jesus Christ and living according to his example. The hymns praise Jesus for his sacrifice on the cross to save humanity from sin, encourage embracing suffering as Jesus did, and express faith that God's grace is sufficient. They declare that Jesus is above all powers and authorities and is a faithful redeemer. The hymns look forward to the time when there will be no more suffering and God's people will live eternally with him in heaven.
Psyche was a beautiful princess who became jealous of by Aphrodite. She fell in love with Eros, the god of love, but he made himself invisible to her. Psyche's sisters convinced her Eros was a monster, so she lit a lamp to see him and accidentally woke him, causing him to fly away. Aphrodite then gave Psyche impossible tasks to complete in order to be reunited with Eros, but Psyche was able to complete the tasks with help from animals and nature. Eventually, Eros and Psyche were married with Zeus' blessing, making Psyche immortal.
Michael Johns awakens in the middle of the night to help deliver a calf. After successfully delivering the calf, he checks on his father and finds that he has passed away peacefully in his sleep. Michael is overcome with grief at the loss of his father, with whom he was very close and who raised him on their family dairy ranch after Michael's mother passed away. Michael cries at his father's bedside, mourning the loss of the man who meant so much to him.
The story of Cupid and Psyche is about a beautiful mortal woman named Psyche who is so beautiful that people begin worshipping her instead of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. In retaliation, Venus tasks her son Cupid with punishing Psyche by making her fall in love with an ugly creature. However, when Cupid sees Psyche he instead falls in love with her. They marry in secret but Psyche's sisters convince her to look upon Cupid, angering him and sending Psyche on a quest to regain his love, completing impossible tasks set by Venus along the way. After overcoming the challenges with divine help, Psyche and Cupid are finally united as immortal lovers.
Cupid is the son of Mercury and Venus. In Greek mythology he is known as Eros and is portrayed as a slender winged youth, while in Roman myths he is depicted as a young chubby boy. Cupid uses a bow and magic arrows to induce feelings of love or aversion. He is responsible for making Apollo fall in love with Daphne and causing Dido to love Aeneas. His most famous story is falling in love with the mortal Psyche against his mother Venus's wishes. They marry but Psyche breaks the rule of never looking at Cupid and he abandons her, though they are eventually reunited through her trials.
This magazine contains contributions from children and young people taught by Edinburgh's Hospital and Outreach Teaching Service. These students may be in hospitals, treatment centers, foster care, excluded from school, homeschooled, or part of education groups. This year's magazine has a more professional design thanks to the Learning Publications Unit. The magazine hopes to provide enjoyment and welcomes any feedback on the contributions.
The appearance of a mysterious Dark Moon has caused worldwide tidal disruptions. At an emergency UN meeting, two strange men from Hidden City, Greece claim they can resolve the issue. Meanwhile, Lunala stays in a protected volcanic temple on Elvendia, but Drinn and Botan convince her to join them in stopping the corrupted Pellas, who is now serving Chaos. Back in Hidden City, Reias tries to make amends after his long absence, while Dade worries that his brother Icarus may have fallen under Chaos' influence like Reias once did.
This document discusses the characters and setting in the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche. It introduces the main characters including Cupid, Psyche, Aphrodite, Zeus, and Hades. It describes Cupid as a boy god who cannot age or die. Psyche is a beautiful mortal woman. Aphrodite is Cupid's mother and the goddess of love who disapproves of Psyche. Zeus is the king of the gods and Hades rules the underworld. It also mentions Mount Olympus as the home of the gods. The story outline and characters provide context for the myth of Cupid and Psyche.
Hayley tells Rosa that she overheard elves discussing plans to kill Rosa and Lysander. Hayley warns that they are no longer safe and must leave Flinton immediately. Rosa is distraught at the thought of leaving without Hayley. Hayley offers to help them escape that night by calling in a favor, getting them far away from the town. However, Hayley will remain behind for now due to her obligations in Flinton.
Psyche is a beautiful mortal woman whose beauty threatens the goddess Venus. Venus tasks her son Cupid with making Psyche fall in love with a hideous man, but Cupid instead falls for her himself. They marry secretly, though Psyche is forbidden from seeing her husband. Her sisters convince her to look upon him and she discovers he is Cupid. Her curiosity causes him to flee. Psyche undergoes difficult tasks from Venus to be reunited with Cupid, succeeding through help. They are married as immortal gods after Zeus intervenes.
The story of Cupid and Psyche is one of the most famous Greek myths. Cupid is the god of love who falls in love with Psyche, a mortal woman of great beauty. Cupid's mother Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, is jealous of Psyche and tasks her with dangerous challenges. Psyche completes the challenges with help from others, including Cupid and the god Hermes. The story explores themes of love, jealousy, and fate between gods and mortals.
The document discusses the nature of bravery. It states that bravery is not about harming others, but rather about praying for those who have harmed you and asking God to bless them with qualities like compassion. It provides numerous examples of harms like discrimination, abuse, hatred, intolerance, lies, etc. and states that the brave are those who still pray for those who have committed such acts rather than seek retaliation. The overall message is that true bravery is responding to harm with prayer, forgiveness and seeking the higher good rather than revenge or further conflict.
Reias has fallen into despair after believing his family and the legacy children were killed by Xylen. On the planet Elvendia, Aiden saves Solan using a "Gate Stone" that transports between worlds. Solan is confused to find his family and the children were actually saved. Ani-Mei and Adahy plan to train Solan and Aiden to use the Adriel powers to defeat Xylen, who has influenced Reias to fully embrace the darkness.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 2 Chapter 2.25Lauren Patton
Aiden returns to Hidden City seeking help from Euphoria to stop his daughter Callisto's plan. He meets Shadow instead, who toys with him but eventually agrees to help. Meanwhile, Reias uses a Bone Phone to resurrect Helen Reed, who died at the hands of rogue gods. Helen reconnects with her family upon returning home but Goderic insists on helping Reias seek vengeance against the gods responsible for Helen's death.
The Quest For Peace Redux: Chapter Eleven Pt. 1animeangel1983
Solan is accused of hacking into the college database to change his grades, but he denies doing so. An officer tracks the hack back to Solan's computer. Solan senses that his brother Liam was feeling smug, and realizes Liam must have framed him. Solan is upset that his own brother would set him up, but still loves Liam and doesn't want to hurt their mother Roxie by revealing what Liam did.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 3, Chapter 3.25animeangel1983
The Norns Skuld, Verdandi, and Urd reveal a prophecy to Odin about Loki being hunted by the gods Vali and Forseti in Greece. They also mention a young goddess named Callisto who is in danger of being manipulated by Chaos.
Aiden asks his sister Hope for help preventing Callisto from being used by Chaos, but Hope refuses. She directs him to Solan, who may help or harm Aiden.
The story then shifts focus to Aiden's daughter Althea meeting her cousin Bell and developing a romantic relationship with him. It also shows their cousin Aeson interacting protectively with Bell and Ambrosia.
The Quest for Peace: Chapter 20, Part 4Lauren Patton
The document describes several storylines unfolding in the fictional world. Chaos is influencing the gods and mortals. Pandora is struggling with grief after her father Julius' death and must take on new family responsibilities. Callisto is preparing to transition to childhood and make contact with Nathan to drain his power. Solan senses tension but is unsure of its source as he prepares to celebrate his son Darien's birthday.
The Quest For Peace Redux: Chapter Eleven Pt. 2animeangel1983
Reias makes Roxie a goddess by bestowing eternal life upon her through a kiss at their wedding. This protects her from threats like Dalen. Eddie has quadruplets with his wife Cleo and shows Roxie pictures of them. Liam meets the goddess Artemis after making a wish at a well and finds she may be lonely. Julius continues searching for love at college but connects with a girl named Marsha through music.
1) Dalen and Eve go on a date where Eve is smitten with Dalen. Dalen admits he hasn't felt this way in a long time and wants to do it right with Eve.
2) Reias hires Zane as a caretaker for his son Derek. Zane bonds with Derek and finds the child god picks things up quickly.
3) Borias hopes to find a partner at college like his twin sister Ephiny did. He is matched with Athena by the well.
It has been 18 months since the events with Xylen. Most of the younger generation does not remember Xylen or what happened. For now, the legacy has peace. Updates are provided on the growth and development of many members of the extended family, including new births. While some enjoy the peace, others like Hex still worry that Xylen may return seeking vengeance. The document ends with family bonding moments between Evander and his sister Daphne.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 2, Chapter 2.75animeangel1983
Zeus has called a meeting of the Olympian gods to fill the last open spot at their table of twelve, as recent events have disturbed the balance of power. However, the gods squabble over past grievances instead of addressing the issue. Reias notes the immaturity, turning to Mnemosyne, a Titan allowed to attend despite Zeus's rule, who is amused by the gods' inability to change after thousands of years.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 3, Chapter 3.75animeangel1983
Hex has arrived in Hidden City to train under the god Solan Sharpe. Solan takes Hex and Aiden, who is reluctant to have Hex join them, on an important mission to stop Chaos. They make a stop at a sacred grove where Hex begins his training, learning to control his emotions while casting spells. Hex successfully casts a spell to remove leaves and another to alter Drinn's mood, showing he is gaining control over his magic. Solan is pleased with Hex's progress and believes he will be a valuable ally, but has not yet told Hex the full details of their mission.
Oliver has been transported to a mysterious place called Hidden City where the Greek gods are real. He has lost his memory and does not remember anything from his past life. Athena, Hera, and Poseidon introduce themselves to him and warn him that war is coming due to a missing God of Peace. Oliver begins searching for buried treasure to make money and gets a temporary job in law enforcement as he tries to figure out why he was sent to Hidden City and what he is supposed to do.
The Quest for Peace: Dark Moon Saga 1.25Lauren Patton
Hercules agrees to help Ashika fight against corrupted gods influenced by Chaos. However, he is unfamiliar with the modern world and needs explanations. Ashika warns him that the Olympians, including his father Zeus, may now be corrupted. Meanwhile, the protagonist considers taking a vision quest in the wilderness, as advised by their great grandmother, to gain clarity before starting college.
Evander led several gods and half-gods out of the Hidden City labyrinth after becoming trapped inside. He was drawn to explore the labyrinth further and discovered the God Well, feeling a strong connection to it. Upon exiting, Zeus confronted Evander, calling him by another name - Asterion. Evander was confused and disturbed by this experience. Meanwhile, Daphne was celebrating her birthday, and others were discussing Evander's strange behavior after exiting the labyrinth.
Diamos asks Perseus for help bringing Pellas back from darkness. Diamos needs to possess Perseus' body to return to the earth realm, as his own form no longer exists there. Perseus is hesitant but agrees, hoping it can help restore sunlight and aid the others. Meanwhile, Adahy and Ani-Mei are expecting another child on Elvendia, while Drinn learns more about the threat of Chaos from Maritol and Arwyn.
There are some key similarities and differences between the characters of Phaethon and Antigone:
Similarities:
- Both characters are driven by pride/arrogance - Phaethon in claiming to be Apollo's son, Antigone in insisting on burying her brother against the king's orders.
- Their pride leads them to disregard warnings from authority figures (Apollo warns Phaethon, Creon warns Antigone).
- Their actions result in tragic consequences for themselves and others.
Differences:
- Phaethon's pride is more reckless and self-centered, while Antigone acts out of duty to her family/religion.
- Phaeth
The Quest for Peace, Dark Moon Saga 1.75Lauren Patton
Aiden awakens confused and injured on the moon of Elvendia. He is told he was rescued by Emperor Juno and brought there. Aiden does not remember how he came to be near death, floating in space. At Elvendia, he encounters Saraya, Goddess of Children, who tries to be friendly, though her mention of past events on Elvendia confuses Aiden further as he does not recall them. Meanwhile, Juno meets with the rulers of Elvendia, Ani-Mei and Adahy, expressing displeasure at Aiden's presence and at not being informed about Chaos's return earlier. Back on Earth, the goddess Ani-Mei confronts Dal
The Quest For Peace Redux: Chapter Six, Phoenixanimeangel1983
Dion has been passing all his classes in his first semester of college and made the Dean's list. He has also found a potential spouse, Madelaine Mace, for the fourth generation of his bloodline. However, Dion is unsure if Maddie is truly right for him as he doesn't feel the same connection that his parents shared. He is also worried because Reias has not visited him in the three weeks since they last spoke, as time passes faster in Elvendia. Dion thinks about what Reias said previously about things in Hidden City not being what they seem. Despite his concerns, Dion dances with Maddie but does not share everything that is on his mind.
The document provides backstory on characters and events from previous stories in a fictional universe. It summarizes a trilogy of stories that began with an OWBC (Our World Bible Church) and ended with a collaboration between gods and angels to defeat the embodiment of chaos, Xylen Destriory. Though they were banished, the characters now sense Xylen or a similar presence returning. They believe the protagonist's quadruplets may become the next "Power of Three" to face this threat. The quadruplets meet with the gods to discuss but are skeptical and unsure if they want this responsibility.
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Fyrtle Myrtle: Boolprop's 16th Challenge, Part 3animeangel1983
This document provides an overview of a Sims 3 gameplay session where the player had their Sim character, Myrtle, have 12 babies with various townies. Key details include:
1) Myrtle had 12 babies total with different fathers, including aliens and witches. The babies exhibited a variety of traits.
2) As the household grew too large, the player moved some of the older children out of the house to make room for the new babies.
3) Lag issues prompted a move to a new neighborhood, Appaloosa Plains, where the next 4 babies would be born.
4) The document discusses the traits and appearances of each new baby as they age into children and
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 3animeangel1983
The document describes Rapunzel White fulfilling her duty as the heiress to help her family by undergoing an ominous task for the Reaper. She gives birth to twins, fulfilling her goal of having a daughter to continue the matrilineal line. Her children grow up on her estate with their many siblings as she hopes they can uncover the mystery of their ancestor Prince Nimetz.
The Tenth Circle of Hell: A Rainbow Sins Challenge, Angel 2animeangel1983
Parker, a witch, arrives through a portal on an island called Barnacle Bay seeking someone steeped in sin. Parker meets Yui Kirigaya, the heiress of the mansion, who is welcoming and excited to meet another witch. Parker explains they are from an alternate reality and needs help with the Empty Queen. Yui and her brother Eugeo, who has created a successful robot named A-4, agree to help Parker with their quest.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 2animeangel1983
Rapunzel asks Corren from the Swamp Clan if he will go to the prom with her after being encouraged by her family to get to know him better in hopes he can help rebuild the witch bloodline. Corren accepts her invitation to the prom, making Rapunzel happy. The Wind Clan representatives have been interviewing Rapunzel's family to determine if they will give their vote to allow her grandfather to keep his fairy powers.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Rapunzel 1animeangel1983
Grandpa called a family meeting to discuss important family matters. At the meeting, it is revealed that Fricorith had a vision while in Egypt of another version of himself that was a vampire. This leads the family to disclose more secrets, including that Fricorith was previously dead and resurrected by Ella, and that Atreyu's mother was actually from the rare Ether clan. Rapunzel feels frustrated that she cannot do more to help resolve the family's ongoing conflict with the council over Fricorith's bottle-born status. Elsa and others plan to investigate leads on getting a fifth vote from one of the clans in Dragon Valley.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 5animeangel1983
Rapunzel is coming of age and wants to explore the world outside her home, but her mother will not allow her to leave except to go to school. Rapunzel feels trapped and plans to sneak out once she is older to see what is beyond their new home in Dragon Valley. Her grandmother Aurora encourages her not to be too hard on her mother, who has always been self-conscious about her powers.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 4animeangel1983
Elsa and her mother Aurora have a magical duel where Elsa discovers that Aurora is disappointed that Elsa's daughter Rapunzel was born a fairy and not a witch, as that risks the witch bloodline dying out. Meanwhile, Elsa's family is preparing to move homes again, and there is discussion of taking deceased family members' graves with them to the new location. Elsa's brother Kristoff says he and his family will move with their parents as well.
Fyrtle Myrtle: A 16th Birthday Challenge, Part 2animeangel1983
This document summarizes the progress made in a Sims 3 challenge where the goal is to have 16 babies. It discusses that the player is now at the halfway point with 4 toddlers aged up. It introduces the toddlers Percy, Oliver, Rose, and Pera. It also discusses that Okami became a werewolf as the teens Bentley and Oren age up. Computer issues have threatened to interrupt the challenge.
Fyrtle Myrtle: Boolprop's 16th Challenge Part 1animeangel1983
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- She has given birth to the first 4 babies - Bentley, a ghost; Okami, a human; Oren, a ghost; and Luciano, another ghost. All have been boys so far.
- The fathers have included Rainflower, a hippie; Chauncey Grimm, a bachelor; Ray Littlejohn, a random townie; and Warren Chong, another random townie who is a fairy.
- Myrtle won the lottery and is using
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 3animeangel1983
Elsa, a witch, goes on a quest to find others cursed by the moon to help them with her powers. She struggles to find anyone who understands her or likes her. Kai, her younger brother, is one of the few who is kind to her. Though she initially worries that even he doesn't want her, they eventually confess their feelings for each other and decide to be together. Elsa realizes that despite her doubts, things have a way of working out in the end.
The Tenth Circle of Hell: A Rainbow Sins Challenge, Angel 1animeangel1983
Yui Kirigaya, the last heir of the Gree family, decides it is time for her and her family to move on from their past and relocate to a new home. She chooses Barnacle Bay for its beauty and ocean views. The family works to graduate, say their goodbyes, collect their ancestors' graves, and build a large new home overlooking the ocean. Though some like Mephisto worry it may be too big, most are excited to start this new chapter and enjoy their fresh start in Barnacle Bay.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 2animeangel1983
Cori and Atreyu traveled to Egypt to cleanse Cori of his memory blackouts at the Sphinx as advised by the Mirror. Through teamwork, they completed dangerous tomb raids to earn visa points and relics. In the Cleansing Chamber, Cori had a vision of an alternate version of himself with glowing eyes before passing out. The cleansing did not work and may have made Cori's condition worse, leaving Atreyu concerned and questioning the Mirror's advice.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Elsa 1animeangel1983
- Mother has had no luck finding another witch clan to help save Fricorith from losing his powers. Father plans to take Fricorith to Egypt to find the Wind or Water Clan.
- Everyone keeps telling Fricorith he needs to go to Egypt to be cleansed by the Ether Clan, who can undo mind fogging, but he doesn't remember doing anything wrong.
- Atreyu is half Ether Clan and can help Fricorith find them, but recent deaths in the family mean no one is ready to travel to Egypt yet.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Aurora 5animeangel1983
Atreyu takes a chance and talks to the Mirror, the Mirror gives him some answers but leaves him with so many more questions; and a mission of great importance.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Aurora 4animeangel1983
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Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Aurora 3animeangel1983
Princess Aurora asked Atreyu to move in with her family so they can attend college together. Atreyu accepted and was impressed by Aurora's large oceanview house. Aurora applied for the Fine Arts program and Atreyu received a scholarship for Physical Education. Aurora told Atreyu they would buy a small house near campus for just the two of them.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Aurora 2animeangel1983
Aurora discovers that her Ghost Clan blood synergizes with Atreyu's Starlight blood, amplifying their magical powers. However, she worries that the Mirror cannot keep secrets and would reveal Atreyu's true Ether Clan heritage if asked, endangering their relationship. Meanwhile, Derek and Princess Kaguya hint that being named Prom King and Queen at their high school has caused them to rethink their arranged marriage.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Aurora 1animeangel1983
Atreyu, a knight from the Starlight Witch clan who has the rare ability to use dream magic, brings Princess Aurora to him in a dream. He asks for her help, as she has blood ties to three clans, to request him as her knight which would protect him, as his power is feared in his clan. Aurora agrees to request him when the Starlight clan arrives. Atreyu expresses his desire to see Aurora outside of dreams.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Tiana 5animeangel1983
Aurora hears a voice in her dreams asking her to find him. The voice says "in dreams I hide; waiting for the one to return to my side." Aurora asks who the one is and why they need to return. The voice responds with a riddle about starlight shining on earth and a dance of harmony defeating coming darkness. Aurora has been dreaming of a corridor and this was the first time there was something at the end - a house.
Fairytale Finders: A Disney Princess Challenge, Tiana 4animeangel1983
Tiana has given birth to her third child, Aurora White, who will be the heiress for generation four of the family. While Tiana loves her new daughter, she is relieved that she no longer needs to get pregnant again as she now has an heiress to carry on the family line. Prince Corinth and Prince Naveen both wished that Tiana had taken more time off work during her pregnancies for her health and safety.
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2. Implications of Jade’s sacrifice were being discussed in length up on Olympus. Half of the gods wanted to see her restored to life, while the other half were content to believe that Xylen’s wrath was satiated; with her death they would no longer be a target of his rage. The range of emotions at the table had been giving Solan a pounding, massive headache; Zeus still expected that all of them would agree to his position, and that Solan was supposed to make them see that. Solan was fighting the nausea that was accompanying the headache; he wanted to let loose all over the table and maybe then they would stop being so emotional over the topic…
3. Hermes: I’m just saying, why bring Jade back? Her death turned the attention off us. Solan: How do you know that? Chaos could just be ignoring us for the time being. Hermes: As long as it’s not on us who cares? Solan: You don’t care who gets hurt do you? As long as it’s not you right? Hermes: Damn right, as long as it’s not me.
4. Reias: My son is right, we have to be thinking of more than just ourselves. Chaos is after everyone not just the gods, what good are we if can’t protect our people? Hephaestus: It’s an old attitude; he still thinks this is Ancient Greece. You can’t teach an old god new tricks. Reias: This is the 21st century, you either adapt or perish; it’s the law of the jungle Hef.
5. Hermes: We’ve weathered the storms before; the Crusadesand the rise of Christianity, two world wars, and we still survive. Because we thought of only ourselves; that’s why we’re still here. Solan: Yeah but you have never come across an evil so great that it precedes even your age of Ancient Greece; that’s what Chaos is, the oldest evil in the known galaxy. Hermes: And if those damn Elvendian gods hadn’t come here, we’d still be off Chaos’s radar; it’s their fault we’re being hunted now. Your own father is responsible for bringing it out of whatever prison they put it in.
6. Reias: You’re so quick to blame others aren’t you? It’s the Elvendians, it’s me, but have you ever thought that maybe it was your own arrogance that gives Chaos so much strength? I may be just a baby in terms of longevity but I think that gives me a different view point and angle that you can never see. Hermes: You don’t know jack shit kid; shut up.
7. Aphrodite: I kinda agree with Reias. He does see things differently than we do. Hermes: Seriously? You believe the kid over me? Aphrodite: He makes sense. We are stuck in our ways; I think it’s time to adapt to a new way of thinking. Hermes: I can’t even believe you’re saying that. Why mess with what’s worked for so long?
8. Cupid: Because it doesn’t work anymore; mom’s right. Hera: What do you think husband?
9. Zeus: I prefer the old ways…however the kid makes a point. Jade died to protect us from Chaos in a way. If hehad gotten a hold of Olympian blood we’d be dead by now. Chaos cannot be allowed to get Olympian blood, not like hedid with the Norse blood. Hera: I am impressed husband, you actually agree with Reias. You never did before.
10. Poseidon: Okay, who are you and what did you do with Zeus? Zeus: Funny. You’re hilarious brother. But I stand with Reias on this; we will adapt to this situation. Poseidon: That’s the first sensible thing I’ve heard you say in nearly 6000 years. Good job.
11. Batalia: Time to reinforce the fact they’re all doomed, don’t you think brother? Dalen: Most definitely.
12. Reias and the other gods leapt to their feet; the meeting hall was filled with the clattering of chairs against the marble floor as they struggled to understand how and when Dalen and Talia had snuck into Olympus. Dalen: And you; it’s time to take your place with us. The Dark Triad is not complete without Rebirth. Don’t try to resist; we will break you…old friend.
13. Reias: You’re as crazy as you are stupid; I will NEVER break and join you!! Batalia: Oh I think you will; no one can resist Chaos, especially one who was once under his power. Dalen: Look, I wanted to make this nice and easy because we’re such good friends buddy; don’t make me use force. Reias: We are NOT friends; you destroyed that when you killed my child!!
14. Batalia: Bugger this!! MOVE!! I’ll take him down alone!! Dalen: As you wish sister. Reias braced himself; her moves were fast and precise and so strong, had he been paying more attention to her fists flying every which way he would have seen the small shiny point of a needle she had concealed in one of her fists; one tipped with hind’s blood…
15. He didn’t even feel the cut until the warm blood began running down his cheek; then the red spots in front of his eyes, blurring Talia’s onslaught further. He felt the strength leave his body and the floor suddenly looked a lot closer than it had been before…
16. Callisto cornered Bliss as he headed towards Reias; she smiled coldly. “Well now, aren’t you the gorgeous one? I had heard about how hot you were but to see it myself…” Bliss: MOVE HALFLING!! You are no match for me!! Callisto smiled broader; “ Oh I think I am more than you can handle hottie.”
17. Callisto: Have you ever felt what it’s like to have all the water in your body sucked out all at once? Bliss: Oh please, if you could do such a thing I’d not be standing here now. Callisto: Why you son of a bitch!!
18. Hades: You think I was not going to come back to make sure you suffered for trying to replace me??!! Zeus: Yeah, kinda did there. Coward. You ran like a scared chicken from me once I had gotten my strength back.
19. Hades: Oh please if you had real strength again, I wouldn’t be able to challenge you like this!! Zeus: I’ll show you real strength!!
20. The lightning lit up the meeting room like a blazing sun…but most were too engaged in their own fights to notice. ******
21. Part B: The attack on Olympus shook the whole city; it was if the skies themselves opened, the rain was relentless. Flash flooding caught many people by surprise and many were lost in the vast flood waters, they were unfortunate enough to be caught by the run off from the hills. News spread fast, disasters always make quick rounds. While the mortals suffered through the storm below, another was suffering above in Olympus…
22. The fighting raged for hours; leaving Zeus and Bliss particularly hurt and injured. Until Dalen called them all off; they had what they were after anyway. Solan buried his head in his arms at the table; crying. They took his father, and most likely poisoned him while doing so. He knew about hind’s blood; it was the only thing on Earth that could kill a god, which was why Zeus ordered all of the golden hinds to be destroyed 5000 years ago. How they got it, he didn’t know. And Solan couldn’t stop Dalen from kidnapping his father. He wasn’t strong enough.
23. Which was why Solan didn’t sense someone watching him from across the table. Aiden: Hey. Are you Solan?
24. Solan’s head shot up; “Who the hell are you? How did you get in here?” Aiden wasn’t surprised; Hope warned him that Solan might not want to talk to him. “My name is Aiden Salica, I’m Dalen’s son.”
25. Solan: Give me one good reason why I shouldn’t kill you right now!! Aiden: Because if I wanted to fight, you’d be on the ground right now begging for mercy. I want to help you get Reias back from my father and aunt. Solan: Why should I trust you? Aiden: I’m your only chance, and besides, he took my daughter too.
26. Solan’s eyes widened; he could sense immense power in this guy but it was somehow clouded and unclear. He wasn’t lying or being deceptive; Solan could tell that much, but everything else was shielded. “Why can’t I read your colours?” Aiden: Because being Exiled kinda makes you immune to the powers of this pantheon. At least that’s what I was told on Elvendia when they found me.
27. Solan: How can we get my father back? What’s your plan of attack? Aiden: You remember the Adriels? Your father and my father both had one, we need to find them again. Chaos, or Xylen as they also know him on Elvendia, is more afraid of them than the heir of peace at the moment. Solan: How do we find them?
28. Aiden: That’s why I need your help. Your son in law is the oldest of the fifth generation heiress Pandora, the Adriels usually respond to the legacy heirs and spares calling them rather than someone like me. Solan: How can Icarus help find the Adriels? Last I heard, since the thing with Atalanta when she was a teenager; they haven’t been seen. Aiden: We need them, particularly Botan and Drinn, they have the strongest connections to our fathers.
29. Solan: I see. Well I can ask Pandora or Atalanta if they’ve seen them. Aiden: Thanks. And I just want you to know, I am nothing like my father. Solan: That remains to be seen; I just met you so how do I know for sure? Aiden: All I can ask is that you trust me. Solan: As long as you know, I will be able to tell if you’re lying. That much I can read from you. ******
30. Reias woke up in a strange, cold room. He had no idea what had happened to him or where he was. All he could remember was the pain and the burning as the toxic hind’s blood coursed through his body. He should be dead; but he wasn’t. That scared him.
31. He touched his cheek; the wound was still fresh, and still bleeding. His blood burned like acid on his fingers. He couldn’t even teleport out of here; it was as if his strength as a god was gone. He had never felt so weak.
32. But Reias still has his instinctual reaction, as soon as he sensed Dalen teleport in he jumped up. The smug look of triumph on his face made Reias want to knock his lights out; if only he had the strength to.
33. Dalen: Comfy are we? I do hope we weren’t too rough with you. Reias: What do you want? Can’t you leave me in peace? Dalen: ‘fraid not my friend; the master wants to see you. Reias: You serve a master now, like a common dog. How pathetic.
34. Dalen’s lip twitched angrily; but he kept his temper under control. “You’ll see soon enough. The master will win this, and you will help him do it.” Reias: Doubtful. I will never be a common boot licking dog like you. Dalen: Why you--
35. Dalen held back and let Xylen take over. Xylen: I remember you. I had you once, and I will again. Reias: I see you’re as deluded as Dalen is. Xylen: Defiant as always Rebirth; you haven’t changed a bit.
36. Dalen: Can’t I just wail on him for a bit? I so want to. Xylen: You know as well as I, that whatever you do to him will have no effect. He will always come back. That is the nature of Rebirth. So that was why the hind’s blood didn’t kill him; he couldn’t die because he was Rebirth. He would always come back; renewed. But that obviously didn’t apply to the hind’s blood burning within him, it seemed to come back when he did.
37. Xylen: This would be so much easier if you just accepted me as you did before. This transition is necessary for a new world to be born; it doesn’t have to be a painful one. Reias: I told you; you will not break me again. I have more positive energy this time around. Xylen: Ah, yes that little self delusion must be so comforting to you. But that is all it is, a delusion. Your heart is dark Reias; I can feel it pulsing with hatred for Dalen and Batalia, it’s like the steady beat of a war drum; music to my ears.
38. Dalen: I dare you to strike at me; you know you want to. Go ahead; I’ll even give you a free shot. Reias could feel the urge to do it; it was there underneath the surface, clawing at him like a thousand, tiny, sharp nails. He could see himself pummelling his smart ass face to a bloody pulp; relishing in the satisfying crunch as his fist connected with bone and cartilage; the thrill of feeling the hot red blood gush over his fist and down his wrist…it was so tempting…
39. Reias: Oh you would like that wouldn’t you? For me to let my carnal rage loose and beat you senseless, thereby cementing Chaos in my heart again. But no, I will not give you the satisfaction of seeing me break. I will not let your chides and jabs get to me, I am stronger than you; always have been. Dalen: Or I could just kill your other child; that would work wouldn’t it?
40. Reias: You will never kill Solan!! You are far too weak to even scratch him!! He felt the rage again; the hind’s blood boiled in his veins. He saw the redness of anger; but with great effort he pulled back, the rage was quickly extinguished. The angelic face of his wife Roxie flashed through his mind; her love kept him under control.
41. Reias: That was a good try, but you failed. I won’t give in. Dalen: Only a matter of time buddy; only a matter of time. ******
42. Solan and Aiden didn’t know, but the Adriel Guardians never left Hidden City. They just managed to hide themselves from the gods’ sights. Botan poked at the sputtering fire; winter was coming and their little cabin was draftyand cold. “Got any marshmallows?” Drinn asked. Botan: Not today. Lunala ate them all.
43. Botan: Too bad we can’t go buy more. The gods will find us if we leave the sacred grove. Oh well, it’ll be daylight soon and I need to fish. Drinn: Uhh, fish. What I wouldn’t give for a nice steak. Botan: Agreed, but we can’t leave here remember? Drinn: It’s like being a prisoner again, being trapped here.
44. Their sacred grove was not so secret after all. As soon as Sora sensed the presence of his old lover, he was out the door like a shot to greet her. Sora: Lanta…how did you know where we were? Atalanta grinned; “You’re my Spirit Guide Sora, I can track you anywhere through meditation.”
45. Sora: Why did you come here? Atalanta: Didn’t you miss me? Sora: Of course, but why now after so many years? Atalanta: Solan contacted me, Olympus was attacked by Dalen and Talia, they took Reias. We need your help to get him back. Botan: And you came here to tell us that?
46. Botan: You expect us to reveal ourselves to save him? We’re not exactly on the friendliest of terms with Olympus if you recall. Atalanta: But Reias is your master, aren’t you worried about him in the hands of Chaos? Botan: I do miss my master, but we haven’t spoken in years. I figured he was too busy being an Olympian.
47. Atalanta: Chaos is more afraid of you guys than he is of me. That should tell you something. He knows you four could easily take him out but you still hide here, in your grove, hidden from the world save for those of my blood line. Botansighed; she had a point. In the years since they had arrived on Earth and at Drinn’s insistence, they had been honing their powers. They were much stronger now than they were then, their new robes reflected their power levels. “If we leave here to help recover my master, can you guarantee with absolute certainty that we will not be hunted by Zeus and the gods?” Atalanta: Believe it or not, the order to enlist your help came from Zeus himself. He has decided to adapt to the situation rather than hide from it. And it only took the kidnapping of Reias and an attack on Olympus to make him change his mind. Botan: You’re right; I don’t believe it. Zeus actually wants our help, it’s inconceivable to me. Atalanta: So will you help us? Botan tugged on his line, thinking. No fish were biting, which made him believe they were doing that on purpose so he would have no distraction while he thought it over. “Alright, we’ll help.” Atalanta: I don’t blame you if you’re hurt; but we have to get Reias back from Chaos. Did you know that Chaos has already made two attempts to get the power of Olympian blood? And that he already has the blood of the Norse gods? Botan: We know; but we don’t interfere. The earth tells me tales of what has been going on, much more so in recent days. Atalanta: So what are you going to do about it? Botan: What do expect us to do? We leave here, they come after us.
48. Sora: So it seems we’re going to war. I never thought I’d see the day where I’d have to fight again in one. Atalanta: I know, and I also know that this isn’t the best thing for us to be doing right now. I am married, I have two daughters… Sora: Then why did you agree? Atalanta: Why did you change your mind? I seem to recall you saying it would never work between us.
49. Sora: A man gets older, he gets wiser and he reflects on the mistakes of his youth. I was new here, you scared me when you said you wanted to love me; I had no idea what that meant. I had spent most of my life as a golden eagle guarding a Bow. Atalanta: So you’re saying you regret it now? Letting me go? Sora: I suppose so, in a way
50. Sora: But as you said, you have a legacy to carry on. And that we could never have had a life together. Atalanta: Yes, I saw what being separated from my immortal father did to my mother. I didn’t want that to happen to me, or if we had any children together. Sora: I know. I never knew we Adriel Guardians could have children, until Drinn produced twin boys.
51. Atalanta spent the rest of the day talking to them, catching up on news and soon enough it was dark again. She had missed them so much, the brief time they had when she was on her vision quest was so long ago now, but she never stopped thinking about the four of them. There were nights when she would think and dream about what her life would have been like if she had married Sora instead of Iolaus. She wondered if he thought about the same things.
52. Lunala missed having another woman around to talk to. She loved the fact that Atalanta had two beautiful girls. Her powers as the Guardian of the Crescent Adriel gave her the ability to control the moon and the tides, it was a powerful gift but not as powerful as the male guardians. She figured it was because her experience was a lot less in terms of battle than theirs was; and that they still had masters to tap the deeper powers. Her mistress, Xena had not come back for her in a long time. When Atalanta mentioned Lyra, her hopes were raised greatly.
53. Lunala: This Lyra is the granddaughter of my mistress? I cannot believe it!! I may have a new mistress after all!! Atalanta: It was one reason why I came here today, Lyra could really use your protection. And since she’s the blood of your mistress, there’s little chance of incompatibility between you two. Lunala: May I meet her? I would love to get to know her. Atalanta: I’ll see what I can do Luna. ******
54. Pandora: I heard what happened on Olympus, are you alright? Are you hurt? Pandora threw arms around him, he winced his injuries were still healing. Bliss: I’m still sore, but alive as you can see. Pandora: I was so scared for you baby. Bliss: I’m alright Dora, really.
55. Pandora: But not too sore for a dance I hope? Bliss: No, that I can deal with. Pandora: You should meet more of your grandchildren, and the next heiress. I know they’d love to get to know you better. Bliss: I will, I promise.
56. Bliss: One good thing to come from the attack was that Zeus is not restricting us to Olympus anymore. Lesson learned in adaptability I suppose. I can now see you whenever I want to. Pandora: That’s wonderful honey. I’m so glad.
57. Bliss: You look so much like your mother when she was your age, Ilea. Ilea: I get that a lot, but why haven’t I seen you until now? I am the heiress after all. Bliss: I had commitments I couldn’t break; that’s all done now. Ilea: You don’t look any different than in the pictures of mom at my age. Immortality must be nice. Bliss glanced over her shoulder at Pandora; “Not as nice as you’d think.”
58. Pandora heard the clock chime… “I just wanted to tell you how much I really loved you Bliss Hunicke…one last time.” Bliss: What? What do you mean…oh shit…no Dora not now!! Please!! She smiled sadly.
59. “Always on time aren’t you Solan? I always knew that.” Solan didn’t want to do this; not after what just happened recently. He hated that infernal list; really hated it. In the wake of his father’s kidnapping it was his job to collect the generation five heiress. “I hate this as much as you do Dora, really.” “I know, it’s alright honey, I’m ready.”
60. I could stay awake, just to hear you breathing Watch you smile while you are sleeping Far away and dreaming…
61. I could spend my life in this sweet surrender I could stay lost in this moment forever Well, every moment spent with you Is a moment I treasure…
62. I don’t wanna close my eyes I don’t wanna fall asleep ‘Cause I’d miss you babe And I don’t wanna miss a thing…
63. ‘Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do ‘Cause I’d still miss you babe, And I don’t wanna miss a thing…
64. Lying close to you Feeling your heart beating And I’m wondering what you’re dreaming Wondering if it’s me you’re seeing…
65. Then I kiss your eyes and thank the gods we’re together And I just wanna stay with you In this moment forever and ever…
66. I don’t wanna close my eyes I don’t wanna fall asleep ‘Cause I’d miss you, babe And I don’t wanna miss a thing…
67. ‘Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do I’d still miss you, babe And I don’t wanna miss a thing…
68. I don’t want to miss one smile I don’t want to miss one kiss… Well, I just want to be with you Right here with you, just like this…
69. I just wanna hold you close Feel your heart so close to mine And stay here in this moment For all the rest of time…
70. Don’t wanna close my eyes Don’t wanna fall asleep ‘Cause I’d miss you babe, And I don’t want to miss a thing…
71. ‘Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do ‘Cause I’d miss you babe, And I don’t wanna miss a thing…
72. I don’t wanna close my eyes I don’t wanna fall asleep ‘Cause I’d miss you, babe And I don’t wanna miss a thing…
73. ‘Cause even when I dream of you The sweetest dream will never do ‘Cause I’d still miss you, babe And I don’t wanna miss a thing… Don’t wanna close my eyes Don’t wanna fall asleep I don’t wanna miss a thing.
74. Song: I Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing Artist(s): Aerosmith Soundtrack: Armageddon Pandora Reed: Generation Five Heiress Mother of: Icarus, Dade, Atalanta, Xenon, Iolaus and Dione Grandmother of: Minos, Aeson, Ambrosia, Ilea, Aegina and Bell Age: 78
75. Meanwhile: Callisto: The news is confirmed grandfather; the generation five heiress has died. Dalen: And how is our old friend upstairs taking it? The three of them looked up as they heard him let out a loud cry of anguish; he knew.
76. Batalia: Excellent. If that doesn’t make him more vulnerable then I might have to go on a killing spree of the rest of the fifth generation. Callisto: Great Aunt, you are truly wicked. Batalia: Thank you dear. I do try my best.
77. Callisto: If you will have me, I would like to join you if you choose to act on that plan. Batalia: Even if that includes your own mother? She’s also fifth generation. Callisto: Mother…oh yes. I would have no problems with it. Dalen: I would though; we might bring too much attention to our plans that way. No killing the fifth generation, not yet anyway. In time, we shall but not now. We have to break Rebirth first and foremost.
78. Callisto looked disappointed, but resigned to Dalen’s decision. And so was Batalia, she really wanted to hurt Reias enough to force his will to submit to Xylen. End of Entry Thirty-Eight.