Ares does not want to fall in love [Greek mythology]

Ares didn't know what was going on in Adonis' mind. He leaned next to his friend, leaned his head, pointed his finger on the kraft paper, and explained his design to Adonis.

Because of attending the banquet, Ares did not wear a battle uniform, but chose a dark blue Heaton with a red cloak.When he got into the water, he undid the pins that held the cloak in place.The red mantle is like a wandering Hippeastrum, which falls silently on the grass, untouched by the spring.

At this time, the dark blue Heaton was already wet with water, and the cloth was attached to the firm muscles, which made Ares' figure more slender and powerful.Adonis glanced down inadvertently, and suddenly felt a little uncomfortable-before he met Ares, he had never had such a close friend, and he really didn't know how to react for a while.

Adonis couldn't get a response after talking eloquently for a while, and Ares felt strange: "Adonis, are you listening?"

Adonis came back to his senses and started discussing with him about the blueprint.

In terms of combat and the use of weapons, Adonis has a lot of experience, and he gave Ares some good suggestions.Ares's eyes lit up, and he warmly invited Adonis to visit Hephaestus with him.

Adonis had this in mind and agreed.

Early the next morning, Ares knocked on Adonis' door.The two washed up and walked out of the temple. The chariot summoned by Ares was already waiting at the door.The four war horses, symbolizing destruction and riot, howled and galloped, and carried the two male gods to the island of Thera.

The volcano, given to the god of forging by Hera, is located in the east of Thera Island.The active volcano is like a grumpy giant. It is always restless and spits fireworks at the slightest discomfort.Before the fertile soil can cover the volcano, it is ruthlessly washed away by the gushing magma; without the nourishment of the soil, it is difficult for flowers, plants and trees to grow on the mountain.The entire volcano is full of lava and pumice, and it is desolate as far as the eye can see.

Ares took Adonis to the top of the mountain and entered through the crater.Hephaestus, who was clever at making it, has already built a floating ladder, spiraling down, leading directly to the depths of the volcano.

In the depths of the volcano, a platform of indestructible rock was erected, which was the workshop of Hephaestus.On the platform, the God of Blacksmithing was striking a piece of fine steel.Boiling magma was under his feet, and the scorching heat wave was rolling and roaring, as if it would erupt in the next second.

Hephaestus is both the god of the forge and the veritable god of fire.He was not afraid of flames, but under the heat, he couldn't stop the sweat from oozing out.Big drops of sweat rolled down his bare chest, like the bubbles in a wine glass.His temples were also wet with sweat, and some sweat dripped into his eyes, a little salty and a little spicy.

Hearing Ares' movement, he said without raising his head, "Aris, do me a favor."

Ares agreed very readily: "What's the matter, tell me!"

Hephaestus beat fine steel into a thin piece and put it in a magma basin made of special materials.The hot magma opened its mouth wide, licking the steel piece greedily, endowing it with unstoppable power.In a whistling voice, Hephaestus expressed his request: "Please help me take the sweat towel off the shelf, the hateful sweat is hindering my work!"

This is just a trivial matter, and Ares naturally did not refuse.He was about to get the sweat towel from the shelf, but Adonis was one step ahead of him, had already taken the sweat towel off, and handed it to Hephaestus.

Both Ares and Hephaestus were taken aback.Hephaestus thought to himself, unexpectedly, this seemingly unapproachable plant god is not only peaceful but also very enthusiastic. He mistakenly thought that he was unfriendly to him before, it really shouldn't be!

After taking the sweat towel, Hephaestus wiped off the sweat beads on his body in twos and threes.Although he has a grumpy temper, he is honest and honest. When he was treated kindly, his speech was clumsy, and he didn't know what to say, so he said sullenly, "Thank you, Adonis."

Adonis shook his head and said politely, "It's a little effort."

Hephaestus put the sweat towel on his shoulders, turned his head to look at Ares: "Speak, what are you doing here?"

Ares said: "We haven't discussed the details of the weapons I asked you to help me fight. I'll come and have a look and give my opinion."

As a stubborn craftsman, Hephaestus didn't like to listen to other people's forging opinions. He snorted and said coldly: "If you don't trust me, you can cancel the forging commission."

Ares said without hesitation: "Of course I trust you, you are the god of forging! But Hephaestus, you have to admit that I was the last person to use the weapon, and I still have to use it with my hand."

Hephaestus was still a little reluctant: "Don't you believe that the weapon I designed for you will be the most suitable for you?"

"Hephaestus, there is no beautiful idea that does not come from discussion and cooperation." Adonis fought for Ares: "You may wish to listen to Ares's opinion, maybe he can provide you with some ideas. A new idea."

Hephaestus was persuaded, but still a little reluctant.Ares is not a person who can wink, he said his thoughts in one go.Hephaestus didn't take it seriously at first, but as he listened, his eyes lit up, eager to put these ideas into action immediately.

The two discussed for a long time the design of the tomahawk and spear.Ares did not forget to suggest that Adonis go out for a walk, after all, the interior of the volcano is too hot.But the handsome plant god rejected his kindness and listened quietly to their discussion.Even though he was in a high temperature environment, he was refreshed as if he was in a snow mountain.

After finalizing the design of the tomahawk and spear, Ares said: "The third thing we agreed on, I want to replace it with a staff."

"Staff?" Hephaestus said in surprise, "You don't want armor anymore? Make so many weapons!"

Ares heard the words, glanced at Adonis, and said frankly: "Actually, I asked you to make armor, and I planned to give it to Adonis. He is too popular and caused a lot of trouble for it. If there is a pair of armor Body protection is also a guarantee for his personal safety."

Hephaestus: "..." I don't know how to evaluate this sweet trouble for a while.

"Then why did you change your mind?" the God of Forging asked.

Ares said: "Because it suddenly occurred to me that the best defense is actually offense. Compared with defense, Adonis may prefer offensive weapons."

Adonis was greatly moved when Ares considered him so much.His expression softened, and Ares' handsome face was reflected in his star-filled eyes, so gentle that he almost drowned.

Ares slammed into Adonis' eyes and laughed too.

A self-evident tacit understanding circulated in the eyes of the two.Hephaestus, who was excluded, suddenly had an illusion that he didn't need to exist.

Hephaestus was considering whether to make another piece of iron, when Ares said: "Hephaestus, I made a design for Adonis's staff, what do you think? ?”

Hephaestus had never accepted the commission with his own blueprints, and he felt a little unhappy.But considering that Ares does have a lot of good insights on weapon manufacturing, he still suppressed his anger and opened the parchment to take a closer look.

"How is it?" Ares asked.

Hephaestus pondered for a moment, and said: "Your design is indeed very good. If you add a gem that gathers divine power to the staff, the attack power of the staff will be even higher."

Ares agreed with his idea, waved his hand, and said: "The gem is not a problem, I can find it for you!"

"There is another problem," Hephaestus added: "If you want to forge this staff to the extreme, you may need to be more picky about the material."

Ares nodded and said, "That's natural! Whatever you need, just say it."

Hephaestus said: "At the wedding of Zeus, the king of gods, and Hera, the queen of gods, Gaia, the goddess of the earth, gave a unique gift—a golden apple tree. A branch is as indestructible as steel. If a golden apple branch is used for a staff, it is absolutely the best choice."

Ares heard the words and said without hesitation: "Okay, I will fetch the golden apple branch!"

Hephaestus doubted: "Ares, you have to know that the holy garden where the golden apples are planted is guarded by the three daughters of the night god and a hundred dragons. It is very dangerous to pick branches there."

Ares, the god of war, is never afraid of any danger. He raised his chin with confidence: "Unfortunately, danger is my favorite challenge."

Hephaestus looked to Adonis, wanting to hear the opinion of the plant god.The handsome plant god looked at Ares firmly, and said without hesitation: "I support your decision. Ares, I will go with you."

Seeing that the two had made a decision, Hephaestus said no more persuasion: "Well, I will forge this staff after you get back the branches of the golden apple."

In addition, Hephaestus also has his own considerations, he said: "Ares, before that, I want to prepare a gift for the queen Hera, the work of forging weapons for you needs to be postponed a little, I hope you can understanding."

Only then did Ares notice that Hephaestus took a mouthful of Hera, the queen of heaven, and didn't have a trace of admiration for his mother.But thinking of the various deeds of the mother god, if it were him, he would not have any expectations for such an unkind mother.

Ares still loves his sword the most. Tomahawks and spears are just a novel attempt. He is not in a hurry and replied casually: "Of course, take your time."

"Thank you for your understanding," Hephaestus said meaningfully with deep red eyes, "After all, I can't keep that noble goddess waiting too long..."