Chapter 24 : Intimidation

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Zeus' temper affected the weather.

He threw thunderbolts when he was unhappy.

He was married to Hera,

But had many other lovers.

His symbols include the oak and the thunderbolt.

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I followed in Zion's footsteps as he stepped over dry shrubs and tree roots

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I followed in Zion's footsteps as he stepped over dry shrubs and tree roots. The dry leaves crunched beneath our boots as we walked down the barely-illuminated pathway. The crescent moon was our only source of light. But it was hidden behind the treetops, making it difficult to see six feet ahead. Zion -- on the other hand seemed to have no problem at all.

We reached a dilapidated building that resembled an old windmill with a few of its rotor blades missing. The white paint was slowly peeling away, revealing frail bricks underneath. It looked to be beaten up by a decade worth of rain and heat.

On reaching the building, Zion halted his footsteps and I followed suit. Without any warning, he turned on me so fast that I nearly stumbled away in surprise -- reflexively trying to recreate a wide distance.

Noting my reaction he ran a hand through his short-trimmed hair and sighed. "Do you still fear Zeus?"

I shook my head, trying to deny it. I didn't mean to portray fear; it was more like a reflex. Or maybe my body remains on high alert whenever it comes to Zion. Because no matter how hard I try, I can't forget how Zeus nearly stabbed me with an electrifying sword.

"You wanted to talk. Is everything okay?" I asked.

He dipped his hands in the pockets of his dark jeans and took a step closer till his boots hit a mine. When he was almost inches away, I instinctively stepped back and tripped into the half-destroyed building. The wall hit my back with an 'oomph.'

Damn it! Why does he have to be so intimidating?

With nowhere else to go, Zion calmly placed a hand against the wall beside my head. His white t-shirt strained against his chest, highlighting his bulky frame. "Why is he here? I thought you were trying to forget about him."

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