Aphrodite's Story

Athena

Aeryn's attention went from Zeus to Aphrodite in a second, as the woman spoke up; "So this is why we were chosen.... to be gods that helped the earth? I didn't know my whole life was surrounded by being something.... so powerful....." Aeryn looked at her for a little while, thinking that maybe, just maybe, she wasn't the clueless blonde she appeared to be. The thought made Aeryn smile at the woman, a simple smile, though still stunning, coming from her. Looks like I'll have to get used to a whole new set of people. She didn't think she'd mind Aphrodite once she got to know her though. I'll have to be careful not to judge these people too early into this. Might get burned.

Zeus, however, starting to explain about Tisiphoné's disappearance, soon got her attention back. As he finished, she nodded in silent understanding, rubbing her temples where a headache was starting to peep up and say "hello". It wasn't too bad however, so she'd live. Then Zeus cleared his throat, speaking again; “I’m sorry I couldn’t let your speak my name earlier, but you see a name has untold power among gods… or so legends say, I’m not certain what will happen if you use true names… though you all will all know mine soon enough, though I already know all of yours so I think that should balance it yes? What do you think Athena?”

He'd looked at her as he asked the question, though as her mind went into hyperdrive, as it always did, her headache only got worse. Her brows furrowed and she put her head in her hands, closing her eyes, trying to relax, but as soon as she once more made an attempt of thinking of the proper answer to Zeus' question, her headache doubled and she couldn't help a slight moan of pain. Gradually getting worse, faster and faster, Aeryn was no longer able to think, nor act. Elbows resting on the table, her head in her hands, blonde hair falling over the entire ordeal. She was a wreck really, but she no longer remembered her surroundings, nor was she aware of her continuous moans of pain.

After 20 seconds of moaning, Aeryn screamed, no longer able to stand the pain in her head, and as her entire body went into violent spasms due to the pain, shaking uncontrollably, she unknowingly pushed her chair out from under her, and landed on the floor with a thunk. The violent shaking seemingly never ending, Aeryn's body just kept on going, her hands clutching her head, not even reacting to the fall.

Athena

As Zeus put Athena to sleep, her body readily, almost eagerly advanced into slumber, and following the help of Poseidon, her body relaxed, her muscles unclenched, and her hands fell onto the floor. A peaceful smile now lightened up her delicate pixieface, her entire demeanor more relaxed than ever, single strands of blonde, straight hair falling onto her cheeks.


After a couple of peaceful moments, Athena opened her eyes, blinking against the harsh light of the ceilinglamps. She still felt a subtle throbbing in her head after the agonizing moments that had felt like days. Being the first of the gods to really begin her transformation, she was also the first to awaken. Earlier events forgotten for the span of a millisecond, Athena looked perplexed, before a look of calm, both in her face, her eyes, and her demeanor overtook her. Knowledge had swamped her entire being during her transformation, and as she just now found out... her thoughts weren't slow and time-consuming. Actually, they passed by at the speed of light, though she easily managed them. Sitting up, her gaze found Zeus, and she smiled, a knowing, relaxed smile. She even knew how all of her powers worked. Just like that. Without thinking or trying, Athena had complete control.

She then stood up, looking at everyone else who were still in the process of changing. The beautiful Aphrodite, Ares who was looking more or less monstrous, Artemis (her mind gave her the names matching everyone), Apollo and then sweet Persephone. She even knew their real, human names... how, she wasn't clear on just yet, but she suspected it had to do with Athena being the Goddess of Wisdom. She just hadn't known the true extent of her knowledge until now. Glancing at Zeus once more, she asked the question that had been on her mind for a while, though she'd had trouble sorting it out properly. And I was considered a genious among humans. How... interesting.

"How did you know how to find us? I know who you are... all of you, which is a little weird. Knowing the names of people I have no memory of meeting." She smiled, casting glances at both Poseidon and Hades before returning her gaze to Zeus. "And I have a pretty decent idea of the why. But what I fail to comprehend, is the how." Though her eyes were pretty much sparkling with intelligence, she hadn't lost her curious glint. The whole foundation of the human she'd been a couple of minutes ago.

(Guess she'll be waking up AFTER Poseidon and Zeus comes back inside. xD I just saw Poseidon's post. Woopsy.)

After a quick shower, grooming, and getting herself together, Aphrodite heard a knock at the door. She went over to the door, opening it, "Yes.... Oh hello, Cupid. What might you ask of me now?". Cupid smiled at her gaily and tipped his brown fedora at her, "Brunch is awaiting for you, most divine one", he announced, kissing her manicured hand softly. Aphrodite still didn't like the hand kiss, shuddering creepily at his action but she smiled anyway, "I guess I'll travel down to the dinning hall again".

Cupid agreed and stepped to the side so he wouldn't be caught up with her transit. Aphrodite took a deep breath, instantly transiting to where she needed to be. Cupid watched in awe as a bright light surrounded her, leaving a trail of pink and silver shimmers, "Magnificent!", he loudly admired her, still stunned.... On second thought, let's try somewhere else for a change.... Aphrodite was starting to get used to transitioning to places, immediately trying out a place to transit to. Paris! The Fashion capital of the world and one of Aphrodite's favorite places to unwind! The day was fair weather in Paris, people walking about happily as they chatted to one another.

The sidewalks were packed, cars zooming and speeding pass in the streets. Shops and boutiques were opened to the public, racking up on expensive and sale items. Aphrodite was surprised to see that no one even notice her appearing out of no where, they oblivious heavily. Good.... She didn't want a scene nor did she want anyone to know who she really was. Next power she used was making people believe that she was just apart of the crowd, blending well within the background and going unnoticed. Again, no one noticed who she was, going about their businesses. This was very much fun, Aphrodite having a thrill from it.

She walked along the sidewalk and curiously looked at the boutiques that lined the congested street. Bebe, Ralph Lauren, Express, H&M, and famous others lined the sidewalk. How "tres chic"! And speaking of the phrase, there was actually a store named Tres Chic. Aphrodite remembered when she first modeled for the store's famous clothing line, her debut with them as a clothing line model. She walked up to the front window of the store and saw an outfit that she had to have. Fashion expert, being a model of course, Aphrodite always loved clothes, someday wanting to be a fashion designer....

But she couldn't purse that dream now, her goddess-counterpart getting in the way.... It still sure didn't hurt to dream about it though.... Making sure no one was looking..... wait she doesn't have to sneak..... Snapping her fingers instantly, Aphrodite had the whole ensemble that the manikin previously had on. It was a white suit with a blue-band white fedora, a hanging tote, and matching white high heel stilettos; platinum jewelry adorned on her ears, neck, wrists, and ankles.

Aphrodite was dressed to impress, she pulling her platinum blonde hair in a straight long ponytail with a silver hair clip she found inside her tote. A man suddenly tapped her shoulder, causing Aphrodite to swing around quickly in surprise, "Mademoiselle, vous regardez absolument incroyable! Puis-je vous sortez pour le déjeuner? (Miss, you look absolutely amazing! Can I take you out for lunch?)", a suave french accent for a suave debonair. He looked very handsome but he surely didn't peek Aphrodite's interest, wanting someone more down to earth.... But she accepted his offer, not wanting to seem rude and secretly wanting to live a little.

For some strange reason, she could understand exactly what he meant, " Je ne me dérangerait pas. Allons! (I wouldn't mind. Let's go!)", he quickly escorting her into his silver sports Mercedes-Benz. He closed her side of the door, quickly walking over and hopping on his side, "Tiens, parce que nous allons vite! (Hold on because we are going fast!)", he revving up the engine. Aphrodite's adrenaline was set on high, having the urge to shout at the top of her lungs but managing to refrain from it. She wasn't that insane enough to bring attention to herself.....or was she????

The car instantly went down the street seemingly at lightening speed, "Woohoo!", the wild debonair shouted, people on the sidewalk looking at the two in amazement, "Plus vite! Plus vite! Plus vite! (Faster! Faster! Faster!)", the crowd shouted amusingly, chanting the man to go on maximum overdrive. He smiled wickedly and done just that, putting the gearshift on the highest gear. Instantly they shot down the rest of the street, the car seemingly floating in midair. Aphrodite finally screamed and shouted, letting all of her inhibitions go to the wind, "Woooooooooo!".

Aphrodite guessed that she wouldn't be too missed when she was away from the Olympus towers so she went with the flow, continuing to enjoy herself and taking her mind, momentarily, off of the miserable situation she was in being a goddess.

Aphrodite was having a blast! After the two ate a light lunch near the Eiffel tower, they drove around the countryside, briefly. The air was mild and fine causing her to breathe in it's freshness, pleasingly. This time though, Aphrodite's senses were heightened causing her nostrils to sniff more accurately.... Budding flowers and blooming trees.... Freshly cut grass and water rippling in the breeze.... The smell of the.... Sun? It was kind of odd of her to smell such a thing but she did since her nose felt... clearer. It smelled just as she predicted it; molting rock, charred with constant fire (that was the best way she could describe it's smell). It smelled like a massive, how could she say it, "bonfire" that continued to burn steadily, lightening up the solar system and keeping the world brightly lit.... She still had a sense of dread in the back of her mind as if the world was in impending danger, coming to an immediate end... Why did the thought keep switching back in her mind?... Was the world really coming to an end?

"Aimez-vous la campagne? Je l'aime tout simplement! (Do you like the countryside? I just love it!)", the young man spoke up to her as he made another sharp turn around a greenery bend. Aphrodite cast her gaze slowly back to him, slowly snapping out of her wonderful yet strangely reverie, "C'est beau ... Je n'ai jamais été à la campagne de France avant. Je vous remercie de me prendre pour le (It's beautiful... I never been to France's countryside before. Thank you for taking me to it)", replying with impeccable french. She really didn't notice to see him secretly double taking glances at her, even though she sensed it, but continued to ignore it. He really did fancy her! Aphrodite, on the other hand, wasn't really feeling him, again wanting something more realistic. Aphrodite sighed at that and continued to daydream as they made it back to Paris with little time.... Suddenly, her senses started to act up, knowing the Parisian environment was disturbed.

Not in a bad way but with an impatiently hurried aura. From the corner of her left eye, she saw a watery figure materialize on top of the Arch De Triumph. No one else noticed it even her escort was oblivious to it. She then knew it was one of the head gods fetching for her, trying to retrieve her back to the Olympus towers. Who was it? Zeus? No, he was too busy keeping things together.... Was it Hades? Hell no! He would've been too impatient to deal with the situation, amusingly... Or was it Poseidon? Yes! It was him, seeing that he wanted everyone to stay together. Aphrodite sighed depressingly for the little oasis time she had felt....human, was coming to an end, realizing that humans really did have it easy. But it wasn't just the easiness that they had, it was the precious time they treasured as a human.... Suddenly Poseidon appeared on top of the car, he not affected by it's massive speed. Aphrodite didn't notice that he appeared all too quickly until he lit a cigarette and spoke up, "Normally, I wouldn't care what you do on your off time, but now is not your off time. We have some pretty important things to do today....", he nonchalantly told her.

He took a long drag of his cigarette and exhaled. Aphrodite crossed her arms, trying to keep her temper in check, "I suppose I have interrupted everyone's time....", she coolly replied, instantly snapping them both in one of Paris' famous garden parks: Champ de Mars. Knowing Poseidon wasn't affected too much by the transition, Aphrodite bent down, picking up a white rose that bloomed before her eyes, "And I guess that I shouldn't be wasting your precious time as well", she added, secretly being sarcastic, a little annoyed that she had to be taken back. Still deep within in her, Aphrodite wanted to leave the god-forsaken Olympus towers, wanting "human" normalcy....but something much more bigger held her back as she was repeatedly reminded that she had a loyal impending duty to do. She couldn't bale out and strip her title just for her own personal gain seeing that the world needed a goddess like her to help take care of it. No other god or goddess, personally, had the loving and caring skill that she had, doing a hell of a better job tending to it and giving humans a chance to speak and have a voice.

To put it simply, Aphrodite had a large part and responsibility for earth, Zeus knowing all too well the fact. Aphrodite slowly and gracefully stood straight up, putting her focus solely onto him, "How are you dealing with Tisiphoné?... I know she can be quite a handful....", she commented, knowingly, on the two and their little budding tryst together. After all Aphrodite was well knowledged and quite masterful in the realm of personal relationships. But concerning the two of them, this seemed to stem solely out of pure impulse and lust. She really didn't like lustful liaisons and never dabbled into it's profession but there was something, maybe, a little more growing between the two, fully knowing a head of time how it was to commence fatefully. "Let us go back before the others start to...."miss" us", she then let Poseidon transition them both back to the towers. It was kind of strange, having water surround Aphrodite making her completely drenching wet but she dealt and bore with it. Instantaneously, the both of them were back where they needed to be, sitting at their respectful seats at the table.

Thank goodness she didn't stay wet for too long, she completely dry and unaffected by the watery transit. This time she was in her expected attire: a simple white sports bra, sporty shorts that were too short, and silver sports sneakers. Her platinum blonde hair was still in its silver hair-clipped slicked back ponytail. Aphrodite looked around the room to see most of the gods there; they were all, possibly, talking amongst themselves to one another.

Aphrodite sat back in her designated ornately platinum designed seat, clasping her hands together with the white rose, patiently, "Would you like something to eat?", one of the servants asked her, secretly coming behind her. Aphrodite didn't turn her head around, speaking to her as if she were face-to-face with her, "No.... I'm perfectly fine. In fact, your relieved of me", simply replying as the servant nodded and went her way. She continued to watch everyone somewhat bored out of her mind.

"I suppose I have interrupted everyone's time...."Poseidon calmly nodded his head. "Sort of, yeah. Your a Goddess now so we need to use our time wisely." She then transited them to a park. He let her do this, seeing no harm in it. She had bent down and had picked up a white rose. He seemed to be sitting on a park bench, still smoking. She seemed to be rather upset that she wouldn't be allowed to do anything she wanted. So far she was coming off as a little spoiled. "And I guess that I shouldn't be wasting your precious time as well" Poseidon just looked at her after the sarcastic remrk. Is she a fucking teenager? I had calmly explained that I needed her today and now she's acting like I just told her that "There was no time for such frivolous things as love!" Like I was the mean step-father and she's some princess! Poseidon actually found it rather humorous, actually and he started laughing. "Hahahahahaha! You are a piece a work." He said with a soft smile on his face. Even though he was still in his twenties, he felt so old. Especially around fledgling Gods. She turned around and looked at him. "How are you dealing with Tisiphoné?... I know she can be quite a handful....", At that, Poseidon stopped laughing, but the smile never left his lips. He mimicked being hit in the stomach. "Ouch! That was a low blow, Ditey. I'm not 'handling' her. She's a big girl and can take care of herself. She just needs some guidance.....all of you do." He said explicitly making his statement obvious. "Let us go back before the others start to...."miss" us" Poseidon stood and mocked a bow. "By your leave, milady." Poseidon said in a mocking tone. Water then shot around them and they then ended up in their proper seats back at the tower.

Poseidon was standing when he got back. "OK, now that that is dealt with, it's time to move along. Let's go!" Poseidon called out to the room. It was good to see that Aphrodite had changed into something sportier. Suddenly, the sprinklers in the room went off and water began to surround them, then engulf them. They would all swirl around in the water for a time, before the water would be pulled away, like a blanket being pull off of someone. They would then be all standing on different points yet relatively near each other on a beautiful mountain range, watching a newly risen sun. "Welcome to the training grounds!" Poseidon called out to all of them from the highest point. "Here, is where we use our powers without hesitation! We do this, so we can find out what your limits are! I would like you all to try to do specific things you believe you should have to power to do. From earthquakes to making animals fall in love to bringing forth spring a thousand times over. You can all do things others can't, we also all share abilities, such as the Mass Transit. Along with Mortal Ignorance, where they can't see us. They're are some humans about but they won't be able to be influenced by any destruction we make......however. You can influence them a number of ways! Do what you will! I won't stop you! I will tell you when to stop and then we can move on! Have fun!"