[Greek mythology] The troubles of Adonis

Aphrodite groaned in pain, and instinctively curled up sideways amidst the wailing of her beloved child Eros, like Philomela whose tongue had been snapped off by that brutal brother-in-law, trembling in pain Trembling.

Her hands were tightly caressing the tulle on her chest, and the expansion of her chest caused by every breath brought unspeakable pain, which made her charming and delicate face like a flower fade away.Just like a weak butterfly whose wings were torn apart by the cold and rough eagle claws, it was no longer the usual exaggerated pity.

However, Pluto, who mercilessly caused great harm to her and was covered in eerie black flames, sat there indifferently.After Adonis glanced at her who was described as miserable, he also decisively withdrew his gaze.

A wise man would not rashly extend a helping hand to a downhearted enemy. Even though he vaguely felt that it was abnormal for Hades, who had always been moody, to adopt such a concise and rude way, she had already been classified as Enemies, as he is in the same camp as himself, the soft cry cannot shake his heart.

Seeing this stark contrast in his eyes, except for Hera who hated her so much that she couldn't hide her gloating smile, even those unlucky goddesses and nymphs who were usually eager to act public, all cried out in secret at first. After being happy, while trembling for Pluto's more moody and violent than the rumors, inexplicable sadness also sprouted.

But this little bit of sympathy by no means means that they will stand up for it - and it is not the women's turn to do it. Seeing that the culprit still maintains a calm appearance after committing such atrocities for no reason, The flower protectors of the God of Love and Beauty rushed out one by one.

Unsurprisingly, it was not Eros who was carrying the golden arrow who was most furious at Pluto's actions.As the master of Olympus, the king of gods above the sky, and the host of the banquet, Aphrodite, who had just received his order, was severely injured. For Zeus who could not protect her in time, it was a disaster A great humiliation.

He hit the ground three times with the rod of thunder in extreme anger, and the earth shook instantly, the tables and chairs were overturned, the utensils rolled down, the copper made a noise, the copper kettle that cooked the delicacies burst, and the intoxicating wine spilled out. The rich and wonderful aroma is accompanied by chaotic scenes, and the gorgeous feast vanishes like a disillusioned dream.

Facing the little commotion that made the gods stand up in panic, Pluto didn't even lift his eyelids, just a swipe of his hand, and the transparent barrier cast by divine power isolated noise and objects, and tightly protected the lover in his arms.

"Hades," Zeus no longer pretended to be polite, and poured divine power into his voice with righteousness, making sure that other people present and this wanton brother could hear: "You villain who knows no good or bad, you who abuse your power Outlaws, the barbarians who turned dazzling joy into chaos, are you really going to abandon the past friendship and my good intentions to invite you? See what big mistake you have made! The goddess who protects love just wants to Giving sweet blessings, this should be a good news, but you have replaced it with malice regardless, treating sweet honey like wormwood, and instead turned her into an enemy for despicable and ridiculous reasons."

After hearing his impassioned speech, Hades remained indifferent, and slowly put back the wine bottle that Adonis had finished drinking, before asking lightly, "Do I still need her blessing?"

Anyone can taste this natural disdain. Hera, who stood by and watched, sneered at the still weak Aphrodite. The anger in Zeus's heart boiled like boiling oil, and he almost forgot his original intention: " All present here are living testimonies. Horrible arrogance is a symbol of moral loss. If you do not apologize to the frightened victims and clear up the misunderstanding, then you will judge the crimes of the king in the past. The fairness of all decisions that have been made is questionable."

"Oh." Hades replied noncommittally, glanced at him with no warmth, pulled Adonis up slowly, and said inexplicably: "If you want me to give you blessings, you can consider it." .”

Those who heard this couldn't help laughing.

Pluto's blessing?

The curse is more or less the same.

This is also different from Aphrodite’s previous wishful blessing. Pluto had formally solicited it. Once the god king accepted it, it was equivalent to reaching an agreement. The power of evil.

Of course Zeus couldn't be willing.

He was about to say something when he suddenly felt the long-awaited familiar aura gradually approaching, and his anger disappeared a lot in an instant.

At the same time, Hades, who was aware of the identity of the coming person, frowned.

Earth Mother Gaia?

Adonis also felt a powerful divine power approaching, as obvious as Jiahe saw a black cloud suddenly floating in the clear sky. He couldn't help but observe Zeus's expression, and after catching the clue, he pressed the lead secretly. The hand holding Hades.

Pluto, who had guessed Zeus' purpose, was clear in his heart and had the same intention, so he said kindly: "Since we are no longer welcome, let's go."

He left as soon as he said that, and moved very quickly, but as soon as he finished speaking, a huge gap suddenly opened in the ground in front of him, and the tall horse pulling the cart was already waiting with its head down docilely.Hades leaned over slightly, and hugged the plant god directly, his robe was gently lifted by the wind, and he jumped up.

Before Zeus could react, he summoned his divine power to stop them, and the entrance to the Nether Kingdom was mercilessly closed again.

The black steed that received His Majesty's hint was jogging, the speed was only a little faster than a brisk walk. Adonis sitting on it could not feel the bumps at all, but he was full of what happened just now.

He was walking on his own, but Hades kept looking at him.Before he could ask a question, Pluto spoke first in a rare way: "It's boring, isn't it?"

Adonis shot him a look. "No, I think you've turned it into a very good farce."

Although at least half of the anger shown by Zeus was pretending to be an excuse, but Pluto not only ruined the lively banquet completely, but also caused the Lord of the Sky to lose face in front of the gods, and gave the evil love A blow with the god of beauty...

The plant god couldn't help smiling.

Hades put a little force on the hand that was lightly resting on Adonis's outer shoulder, and hugged him into his arms, and continued to have nothing to say: "So I usually don't go."

The plant god moved unaccustomedly, but it was Hades, whom he decided to truly trust and accept, who made this movement, so he would become particularly tolerant, adapting to this new posture as much as possible, and at the same time echoed casually: " The wine is good, but I don't want to go either."

He was so obedient that Pluto was flattered for a moment, and the corners of his lips curled up unconsciously.

Adonis asked, "Who is that late guest?"

"It's the Earth Mother." The younger brother's plan fell through, and he figured out the content again, and Adonis treated him so intimately again, and Hades's tone naturally carried a bit of pleasure: "Zeus deliberately delayed time." The purpose is to let her see you."

"Let her see me?" Adonis asked in surprise, "Could it be my old enemy?"

Although he has lost a lot of memory, he who is in charge of plants certainly knows that it is the revered and noble mother of the gods, the master of life and creation on the land, and he cannot possibly leave her intact after pissing her off.

"No." Hades never knew what euphemism was, so the answer was straightforward: "She likes to collect beautiful boys."

Empty and long time and unparalleled power have endowed the gods with indulgent capital, and abusing it is a common problem of most gods.If it's the one he likes, this powerful primitive god with special functions and identities will not take into account the identity of the other party, but other gods dare not easily offend her.

Even if Adonis is a precious Queen of the Underworld, for Hades' sake, at most she would not imprison her after finding a gap and enjoying it, but would spend some time sending it back, but she would not let it go after consideration. Abandon the goal.

But this small concession is absolutely intolerable to Pluto who has his beloved treasure stolen and humiliated, and the sparks of struggle and hostile relationship aroused are what the god kings on the Olympics would like to see.

Adonis sighed in bewilderment.

The image of another god who was once wise and mighty in his mind suddenly collapsed.

"...So," Hades said solemnly, "don't leave my side recently."

"Sorry," Adonis, who missed all the previous words and only heard this conclusion, hurriedly returned to his senses: "Please wait a moment, why?"

"She may come to see you out of curiosity." Hades explained, "Zeus will not give up using her easily."

Although he felt that he was overthinking, but facing such a gentle and thoughtful arrangement, and thinking that if faced with the threat of the earth mother, he would indeed be unable to protect himself and the young sprouts on his head, the plant god couldn't say no at all. :"good."

This began the days when he was stuck by Hades all day long.