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CHAPTER 4
Athena,
When people have fought as long as we have, forgiveness does not always work. Our battles are never-ending; I fear if I lose our rivalry, I may go insane. There is little to grasp onto, in these murky depths.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
It's nice to hear from you again. It's been such a long time that I've forgotten what our correspondence means. Anyways, thanks to you, my brothers and I are leaving for a trip soon. We promise to be safe, and you should hear from me again soon.
Athena
Athena,
Be careful. You must remember who you are, and not overdo it. Your brother can be thick-headed, so watch over him as well as yourself.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
For the most part, our trip was successful. We had some trouble on the way there, but it went well overall, and we brought home a souvenir.
Athena
Athena,
I have become the scapegoat for your departure. It seems as though you are missed by the others. They hope to see you again. but I feel as though your presence shall only make everything more chaotic.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
Since we all felt satisfied with our trip, my brothers and I will be returning home. We plan on getting together with some friends at the local bar to celebrate our reunion. It's been so long that I feel like I've almost forgotten what it's like to be comfortable at home.
Athena
Athena,
Home is not always comforting. You may see it as a home, but to me, it is just a prison. Tread carefully; you may have friends here, but far too many enemies lurk around as well.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
I know houses can feel like a prison, but family is was makes a house feel like a home. Anyways, we met an old friend upon our arrival who helped us to settle in. We've reunited with our neighbors and are looking forward to spending some time here. Being back, I can't help but to think of all the "happy" memories we've shared.
Athena
Athena,
Interesting memories would be a more appropriate word. But check each shadow and plan your next move.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
If I never see you again, just know that you're the most insufferable little git I've ever had the displeasure of even glancing at accidentally.
Athena
Athena,
We all know that you're too much of a perfectionist for anything to possibly go wrong. Besides, I don't think that the universe likes either of us enough to stop us from seeing each other again.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
Most of would like to hope that you're right, but the rest of me is to filled with doubt and worry to think about much else.
Athena
Athena,
I feel as though this conflict is bound to reach a climax; I can feel it in the walls as I walk these empty school halls. After your brief capture, security has been ramped up. Don't do anything too stupid, Athena. Use the wisdom bestowed upon you.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
While I cannot tell you where I currently reside, I find it funny that we're merely walls away, but it feels as if there is such a great divide. I know what you mean though, about the halls. The air is so thick with tension; I feel like it's going to suffocate me.
Athena
Athena,
If my experience with tension is anything to go by, these walls will soon burst; I fear that when they do, they shall crumble away into nothingness. I don't want to lose them. But, maybe if they fall, you shall finally be revealed to me.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
Are you alright? Feeling a bit warm? Or is all this just getting to your head?...
Athena
Athena,
You ignorant little child. Even when I'm trying to make an elaborate metaphor you can't take it serious.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
It is difficult to take something seriously from someone like you.
Athena
Athena,
Touché, my friend, touché.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
I have run out of books. Nothing can distract me from the hopelessness settling into my heart. I can only force myself to sit, wait, and write to you.
Athena
Athena,
You're lucky to have any books at all for company. All I do now is sit around and wait for the imminent to come. I fear that our time is limited and that the final threads holding this together will snap. I wish the best of luck to you in this chaos, and if I see you on the other side, I'll keep writing.
Poseidon
Poseidon,
I never doubted that. I too, shall see you on the other side. Let us hope both of us make it.
Athena
Hey, thanks to everyone who has been reading. Emsaduem and I were thrilled that our story is being read by you all. Also, to Lizzie, we are totally okay if you want to translate our story into French. Thanks so much! To the rest of you, until next time!