“I hate it when Mrs. Cruz tells her life story when the time is about to end.” Mia annoyingly kicked the pebble in front of her as they walked out of the school. It’s already dark since they’re last subject teacher didn’t dismiss their class on time. Eleena just shook her head at her friend. “You used to love going home late.” She glanced at Mia but she just rolled her eyes at Eleena. “You’re lowkey reminding me that I used to go home with Jacob.” Eleena burst out laughing knowing that her comment will annoy Mia even more. Mia hissed while glaring at Eleena before she playfully slapped her arm but Eleena just let it go. Mia kept kicking pebbles that were on their way as they silently
"Oh my god! I'm dead!" Eleena cried as soon as she opened her eyes. She looked around and she saw everything she imagined heaven would look like. She's in a paradise. She's in the middle of a green field with wind gently blowing. She saw the man standing beside her with amusement in his face. It angered her so despite the tears blurring her eyesight, she slapped him. She slapped him again and when she's about to give her his third slap, he stopped her hand. His amusement is now gone and replaced with seriousness that made Eleena stop crying. Her fear of him returned and she remembered that the man she slapped twice killed a monster effortlessly. Eleena tried to pull away and she was successful so she quickly distanced herself from him. She glanced at him an
As soon as Eleena heard Apollo’s warning, she quickly went out of the house. All she wants now is to go home and hide in her closet. She’s safer there than in the hands of a person who will kill her eventually. Eleena ran as fast as she could and instead of going to the shore, she entered the deep forest. She looked back and she didn’t see Apollo chasing her. She stopped and looked around in fear that he’s just hiding somewhere. Eleena sat at the huge root of a tree as she caught her breath. She wiped the beads of sweat that formed in her forehead and groaned when she felt that she’s thirsty. All the running made her crave for a cold soda. Eleena quickly dodged the arrow that was almost buried in her face. She freaked out and quickly stood with her heart pounding against her chest due to fear and tension. She doesn’t even k
Eleena fell asleep due to exhaustion and stress. As soon as they went back to Apollo’s house, she went to bed and slept. Apollo peeked at her and when he made sure that she’s safe, he went to the dining table where the other three gods were. “What brought you here, Ares?” He asked as soon as he sat. Ares smirked but Artemis and Apollo watched him with wariness while Hermes was just silently listening beside Artemis. “Can’t I meet the destroyer of the world?” Ares took an apple and even moaned when he bitten a piece. “This is sweet. Demeter must have been in the good mood when she produced this.” He even nodded at the other gods as if he’s asking for their agreement. “We had an agreeme
Eleena woke up and instantly groaned in pain. She feels like she was beaten up by 10 large men. Her head is aching and she can't move even just her finger. She feels nauseous and at the same time, hungry. She tried to think about what happened to her but all she remembers is Apollo's worried face. She looked around and saw that she's still in Apollo's home. The last thing she did was lay in the bed to rest but when she opened her eyes, Apollo was looking at her as if he's afraid. She can't even understand the reason why he was like that and why does she feel as if she fell from a high building. "Apollo." Her voice is hoarse but she hoped that he heard her. Her eyes remained on the door, waiting for Apollo to arrive but he didn't come. She kept calling
“Eleena.” Apollo called, which caused Eleena to look at him. Eleena sighed and looked at her both sides before stepping out of the house. Apollo has been watching her hesitate in going out of the house and he knows that she’s scared. She has all the right after everything she went through but Apollo is ready to protect her at all cost. Eleena walked beside Apollo and they were quiet as they made their way to the shore. She glanced at him and she’s always amazed at how perfect he looks. She never imagined that a man can be this beautiful. Eleena quickly looked ahead when Apollo glanced at her. She felt her cheeks heat as he almost caught her staring at him. There was a boat on the shore that she had never seen before. She didn’t pay attention to it any
The arrival of the destroyer in Mount Olympus became the talk of the town among the loyal servants of the gods. They were surprised when Zeus ordered them to prepare a special room for Eleena. Mount Olympus is supposed to be the home of the gods and they are the only ones permitted to stay in it but a mortal, the destroyer of the world at that, was welcomed as if she is one of them. Hera heard everything about Eleena and Zeus's interest in her. She was furious knowing that her husband had favored another woman aside from her. She's getting sick of it but she cannot let someone take his husband away and her throne, mortal or not. "What does this Eleena look like?" She turned to her servant and she immediately lowered her gaze. "She's beautiful as the o
“Where did you go yesterday?” Eleena swallowed the lump in her throat. Ever since Apollo returned last night he didn’t utter a single word. He just dragged the unconscious Philius out then healed her wound before he locked himself in Artemis’s room.Apollo stopped eating and looked at Eleena’s hopeful eyes. He sighed as he was not comfortable telling her the truth. He cannot bear to see Eleena disappointed at him due to his reckless actions. Apollo was about to speak when Eleena smiled.“It’s okay if you don’t want to tell me.” Eleena continued eating and just thought that she doesn’t have any right to pry into Apollo’s life.Apollo didn’t answer and remained staring at Eleena. He smile
“Eleena.” Eleena slowly opened her eyes. She sighed as soon as she saw the sun had risen. It was not long enough after she started meditating and now, someone disturbed her. Based on the voice, it was not Apollo which relieved her because after the incident yesterday with Athena, she doesn't want to see him. "What is it, Artemis?" Eleena closed her eyes and tried to relax again. "I'm impressed. You knew it was me without seeing me." Artemis stood beside her. "I know your voice." Eleena responded sarcastically. "It doesn't mean that you were able to injure Athena's pride that you get to talk to me like that." Eleena scoffed then looked at her. Artemis has her hands on her waist like a nagging mother. Eleena shook her head in disbelief. "Will I be visited by one god every day?" Her brow shot up. "What's with the attitude?" Artemis sat next to her. Eleena averted her eyes and tried to calm down. However, her pounding heart doesn't let her. She's been thinking about what Athena s
Eleena woke up earlier to exercise. It was still dark outside but somehow her vision was clear. It's a sign that the destroyer inside her is getting stronger. This is the reason why Eleena wants to be in control. She wants to beat the destroyer before he could even execute his plans. Eleena started to jog at the shore. She jogged until the sun was up but she didn't feel an ounce of weariness at all. No matter how she hated being weak and clumsy, she misses her old self because now, she doesn't even fully know herself anymore. "Where is Apollo?" Eleena gasped when a woman blocked her way. Apollo's name brought sparks in her heart but she quickly erased the feeling. For a moment, she was confused before she pushed the woman but she casually dodged her. The unfamiliar woman poses a threat to her and despite the destroyer not being in charge, Eleena wants to protect herself. After everything she went through, she's different now. "Who are you?" Eleena asked while remaining alert. The
Eleena woke up because of the rays of the sun burning through her skin. She slowly lifted her arm then covered the light using her palm. She was confused for a moment before she realized that she had fallen asleep. Eleena sat up then looked around. There’s nothing but beautiful nature.“You’re awake.”She flinched when she heard someone speak. Eleena turned around and saw Apollo walking towards her. She quickly stood out of embarrassment. On the other hand, Apollo stifled a laugh when he saw Eleena’s messy hair as if it was nested by birds. There are even grains of sand that are stuck on it.Apollo slowly approached Eleena and she was taken aback but she remained on her spot. Her eyes went wide when Apollo gently combed her hai
Apollo quickly panicked when he couldn’t feel Eleena’s presence inside the house. He quickly checked on her in her room but it was empty. He then went outside but there was no sign of Eleena.“Eleena!” Apollo ran to the shore to see if the boat was still there.He stopped when he saw Eleena. All the fear and anxiety inside him disappeared in an instant while staring at her. Eleena’s sitting on the sand while facing the sea. Apollo cleared his throat and tried to not mind the warming of his face. He got scared so fast that Eleena might have left and even until now, his heart’s beating quickly.“Eleena. What are you doing here?” Apollo asked calmly before peeking at her. His brows knot when he saw Eleena’s
Apollo suddenly opened his eyes when he felt another presence inside his home. He quickly went out of his room, half-asleep, as he was triggered by the unfamiliar presence. Apollo stopped as soon as he saw Ares sitting at the table while Eleena was serving him food. A scowl quickly appeared on his face upon seeing his brother.Eleena and Ares turned towards him but Eleena quickly looked away. Even though three days have already passed since she lost control of herself, she is still embarrassed. She wanted to help but she couldn’t do anything aside from letting the destroyer come out. She feels useless, especially after seeing how Apollo takes care of her no matter how many times she messes up.“What are you doing here, Ares?” Apollo asked seriously before sitting across from his brother.
Eleena woke up with the other side of the bed cold. She quickly sat upon realizing what happened last night. She couldn’t help but to feel her face burning as the memory of her and Apollo’s bodies touching dawn upon her.“Did it even happen? Maybe I was just dreaming.” Eleena muttered as she looked around, looking for any sign that they cuddled.She froze when she saw the crease on the bed sheet on the other side of the bed. Eleena bit her lip to stop herself from screaming. It was a surreal moment that she never knew would even happen. Her heart suddenly thumped as her smile kept on wanting to come out.“He hugged me.” She whispered breathlessly. “And I want more.”
"What are you doing here, Apollo?" Athena glanced at Apollo before she continued wiping the blade of her spear.Apollo made himself comfortable and sat on one of the benches in Athena's room. He also doesn't understand why he went to Athena when he could have gone to the other gods instead. Now that he’s here, Apollo is certain that Athena will either mock him or don’t care about his problem at all.“Answer my question or you can leave.” Athena added when Apollo did not respond immediately. He sighed which caused Athena to tear her eyes off of her spear.“I am not a fortune teller to know what you are thinking, Apollo.” Athena said with a hint of annoyance in her voice.
Eleena woke up from her short nap. She immediately looked for Apollo but he's not yet home so she disappointedly went back to her room. It's already sunrise and this is the first time that Apollo left her this long. Her stomach has been begging for her food since last night but she's not in the mood to make one."What did I do wrong?" Eleena asked herself and she spent the whole night trying to remember what she did to offend Apollo but nothing came to her mind. Her last memory was of them discussing the pomegranate fruit but it ended well so she's really confused right now.In the end, she cannot ignore her grumbling stomach. Eleena went out of the house and went to the mouth of the forest to gather some fruits. She stopped when she heard someone running in the deeper parts of the forest. Eleena wanted to think that it's
As soon as they reached the river of Styx, Eleena’s weakening soul vanished into thin air. The sight made Apollo panic as he started to look around for her soul. Hermes gave him an assuring pat on the shoulder but it didn’t comfort him.“It returned to her body.” He said before they went back to earth.Apollo quickly ran inside their house and into Eleena’s room. He put his ear against her mouth as his heart was about to burst while waiting for the rush of air to come out of Eleena. He sighed in relief when he felt her breathing. He couldn’t help himself but to thank the gods for allowing Eleena to return to life.“What?” Apollo looked at Eleena with fear circling in his eyes. He then shifts his attention to H