Chapter 149: Mount Olympus, Greece!
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The three of them were soon greeted by a girl running up from behind, her voice filled with excitement. "Hey, wait up Issei-kun!"
Turning back, they caught the sight of Ingvild catching up to them. The Leviathan girl looked a bit nervous from their gazes as she spoke again, her words slightly rushed. "You said I could go with you to house hunt, right Issei-kun?"
"Sure thing, Ingvild. I wasn't sure if you were going to show up again," he replied, giving her an encouraging smile.
Irina raised a brow, curiosity evident in her voice. "So where were you the whole time?"
"I…I still don't feel comfortable around all those people. Especially high-class devils. If I got too close, they would have noticed I was a half-devil," Ingvild explained, her voice tinged with a hint of insecurity.
"Makes sense to me…by the way, Issei, what did you really talk to Vali and Tiamat about when you were gone?" Xenovia asked, her eyes narrowing slightly.
Irina perked up, her curiosity piqued. "Yeah…that was a little suspicious. I get the impression there's more to it considering how serious you looked when we saw you coming down the stairs."
"They took me to meet Ophis, the Infinite Ouroboros Dragon God…or goddess. Whatever," Issei replied, his tone filled with a mix of awe and uncertainty.
Irina and Xenovia exchanged shocked expressions, their voices filled with surprise. "So Ophis knows about you then?!"
"She knows about Ddraig…but Vali and Tiamat don't yet. I'll explain what happened," Issei sighed, realizing the need to provide his friends with the full story.
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Mount Olympus, Greece
High in the skies of Greece, at the majestic peak of Mount Olympus, a mythical palace obscured in clouds and deific magic stood tall. A darkly clad figure, accompanied by a woman by his side, approached the grand gates of the palace, ascending a set of golden stairs. At the pinnacle of the gate near the top, a magnificent structure covered the entrance forward. It boasted numerous columns and a massive gazebo that overlooked the stairs below.
As the dark figure drew closer to the gates, several women emerged from the structure, gracefully blocking his path forward. One of them, standing at the forefront, addressed him with utmost respect. "Lord Hades… what brings you here? It's not autumn yet…so why did you come with Persephone?"
"We have important business, noble horae goddesses," Persephone spoke up, her voice carrying an air of significance.
"I have come to speak with Zeus. Do you object to that, Eunomia?" Hades countered, his tone firm and determined.
Eunomia, the goddess at the front, shrugged, her expression displaying a mix of surprise and curiosity. "Well, no…but you showed up mid-autumn. It's just surprising is all. It's not like you to come up here often."
"There are notable problems in the Underworld right now. Persephone and I have come to bring grim news to the Olympians," Hades explained, his voice carrying a sense of urgency. He pulled back his hood, revealing a skeletal face that swiftly transformed into flesh, revealing a man with long black hair. His stern expression made it clear that his business was of utmost importance.
"Oh? What news would that be, my lord?" another horae goddess inquired, her voice filled with curiosity.
"It is something I do not wish to explain more than once, Eirene. You are welcome to escort me to Zeus if you wish," Hades replied, his tone indicating that he was open to their company.
"You are, of course, permitted to enter, Lord Hades, but as the guardians of the gate, we would at least appreciate the courtesy of some explanation. What say you, Dike? You haven't said anything yet," Eunomia turned to the third horae goddess.
"Lord Hades rarely ascends to Olympus unless it's a matter of great seriousness. I, too, would like some insight into the purpose of your visit," Dike spoke up, her voice displaying a mix of curiosity and concern.
Hades sighed, understanding their need for information. "This is about dragons, devils, and Underworld politics. Things have become increasingly…active lately."
As the gates of Olympus stood before them, Hades and Persephone prepared to deliver the weighty news that would shake the realm of the gods.
"Dike, with her arms crossed, scrutinized the situation. "Dragons and devils, huh? It must be a dire situation if you've come seeking help," she remarked.
Hades, his expression grave, responded, "Indeed, the realm is overrun with devils, fallen angels, and various other creatures. However, my primary concern lies with the dragons."
Understanding the gravity of the situation, Eunomia nodded and took the lead, motioning for them to follow. Together, they made their way towards the main pantheon palace. The minor goddesses guided them swiftly, and soon they arrived at their destination. As they entered, they were immediately greeted by a god wearing a winged helm, who moved with extraordinary speed.
"Whoa! Is that really you, Hades?! And Persephone too? She wasn't expected back for at least four months!" exclaimed the infamous messenger god, Hermes.
"Yes, I have come to discuss important matters with the Olympians. Would you be so kind as to gather them for me, Hermes?" Hades requested.
"Sure thing, but don't expect a warm welcome. The atmosphere here has been quite tense lately," responded Hermes, a mixture of amusement and disappointment in his voice.
Persephone, curious about the situation, inquired, "What's been happening, Hermes?"
Hermes chuckled and replied, "Ah, the usual dramas. Hephaestus and Aphrodite engaged in their passive-aggressive fights, Zeus and Hera embroiled in literal quarrels, Ares being his usual abrasive self, Artemis maintaining her aloofness, and Dionysus perpetually intoxicated. And, of course, your mother Demeter has her seasonal temperament. It's like a six-month-long menstrual cycle. Athena, Apollo, and I seem to be the ones trying to keep this place from falling apart. Thankfully, Hestia and Poseidon are in relatively good spirits."
"It's fortunate that they are all present then," Persephone commented.
Hades interjected with urgency, "Time is of the essence. Please, make haste."
Hermes smirked and replied, "Yeah, yeah, I'm on it. You can wait in the assembly chamber. I'll inform the others of your presence."
"Very well," nodded Hades.
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