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BPOV

I did not wish to see anyone. Alice and Hades came by to try and see me but I was in no mood for company. At first I told them to go away. Alice came back a couple more times but I just ignored her altogether. I felt bad for dismissing her concerns but I did not know how to feel about everything.

My brain could hardly handle it and so I just slept. My mind couldn't work if I wasn't conscious. Fortunately I didn't dream either. It was nothing but blackness every time I closed my eyes. My mind could relax and I revelled in it. But after my third nap, my body refused to go back to sleep. I awoke to a warm room and a tray of lamb meat and cooked greens beside me. I felt my stomach growl as I slowly sat up and rubbed the sands from my eyes.

I ate slowly but once it was gone I was very satisfied. I washed my face and combed the knots from my hair afterwards. I noticed a white gown lying on one of the chaise, as if it was forgotten. I couldn't remember the last time I had a bath so I walked over to the door and opened it slightly to see the slave girls still manning their positions. I softly cleared my throat and they both looked over at me and bowed slightly.

"Good evening my lady. Is there something you need?" The one with light brown hair answered.

"Yes there is. Can you please escort me to the baths?" I asked and she nodded her head. The other, who was slightly thinner and had black hair walked down the hall while the other walked into the room and retrieved the gown. Once it was secure in her arms she walked ahead of me while I follow closely. We walked for a couple minutes before I could hardly stand the silence. "What is your name?" I asked.

"Laia, my lady." She replied not even looking back.

"That's a beautiful name." I complimented her. I saw her head bow slightly but she didn't respond back. "And the other girl? What is her name?".

"Her name is Tula. We are your personal handmaidens my lady. SHe has went on ahead to start your bath."

Silence again settled between us as we passed more hallways and curves. No other person was present and it confused me. "I don't see anyone else walking around and it's very quiet. What time is it?"

"Tis almost midnight my lady. Everyone has gone to sleep." She replied as we approached the baths' door. The Tula was finishing up the bath as soon as we made it passed the doorway. They both bowed and closed the door behind them as they left me alone.

As I sat in the water, I began to feel bad. Not that I had slept the day away. But because those slave girls were still a my side. Neither of them have gone to bed or probably haven't eaten a thing because I told them so. I felt so guilty doing that to them. I swore that once I made it back to my room then I would release them from their duty so they could rest. I quickly scrubbed myself clean and detangled my hair. Once I dressed myself I opened the doors and followed them back towards my room.

We walked again in silence and was intent on staying in my room tonight but a small sliver of blue light caught my eye. I moved my eyes to see a large golden door cracked open. I'll admit curiosity got the best of me and I had to look. I used most of my strength to open the door and realized it lead to the outside world. "Laia, Tula what is this place?" I asked as I looked around. The room was nestled high in the sky as it casted it's bright light over the scene before me. A couple statues and fountains were scattered about among an array of black bushes and flowers. It was beautiful in a sad, quiet sort of way.

"This is Hades' personal garden." One of them answered.

Why would he have another garden? Was one not enough?

"You may leave me be. I will not rest again tonight. Go and rest." I commanded them and refused to move until I heard their footsteps disappear down the various hallways. Once I was certain I was alone I slowly walked down one of the many large stones that created many pathways to explore. I walked closer to a bush onl to realize that it wasn't just an ordinary bush, but it was full of dark blue flowers. Upon further inspection, I saw that each flower had four long, sharp petals. The inside was like a glowing white circle surrounded by a dark blue color.

"It's so beautiful." I said aloud, amazed at my discovery.

"Yes they are."

I squeaked as the hairs on my body stood up. I jumped up and was face to face with red eyes. I quickly cleared my throat and lowered my eyes, feeling embarrassed by how I reacted. "I am sorry. I did not know if I could come here or not. I just saw this garden and I couldn't stay away." I admitted as I felt my face grow warm.

He didn't say anything. I was too nervous to look at him so I just stared at his sandal-clad feet and black tunic skirts. I could see him step around me and then come back into view. I saw his hand come into my view with the blue flower in his hand. It took me aback a bit and I looked up to see what his motive was. I could see a small smile playing on the left corner of his mouth but when I looked into his eyes I could see no mischief or insincerity. He nodded his head softly as he gently took my left hand within his larger one. A small gasp escaped my lips as I realized his skin was warm. Not chilling like I thought it would have been because this is the Underworld. But it was warm...and pleasant. He raised my hand up and I naturally opened it. He placed the stem and curled my hand around it. I brought the flower to my nose and breathed in its' scent. It as a cross between grapes and honeysuckle.

"It's called a moon drop." He said. His voice bringing me out of my trance. He wasn't looking at me anymore but at the bush behind me.

"I thought moon drops were grapes." I answered back confused.

A small chuckle sounded from his throat and it was a little cute. My heart sped up a bit and I felt my cheeks burn a bit. Confused I too looked at the bush, as if I didn't want him seeing my confused state.

"Yes, it is a grape on earth. However, this flower is special." He said as he began to walk down the stone path. My interest was peaked so I followed him. "There are not many flowers that grow in the Underworld. The light isn't sufficient for many plants. However, this little flower survives. It only lived near the castle so I had the slaves build a garden to preserve them."

"It's a beautiful garden." I commented honestly. "But I see there are other types here. Like this one!" I said as I pointed to a black flower.

Hades leaned over and plucked it from ground and handed it to me. "It's a black rose. Very rare to find on earth but is very popular here." He answered as I placed the two flowers together.

I don't know how much time passed but I was actually enjoying my time with Hades. He pointed out every flower we came across and explained it's origins. He never once became irritated by my questions but welcomed them. EVen with the statues there was a story behind them. Whether they were true or not, it enjoyed hearing them nonetheless. I believe Hades was starting to grow on me. He laughed and was even throwing quips and jokes at me. He was a great storyteller and he seemed so much more...normal when he smiled.

During the tale of one of the many statues, a yawn escaped my mouth and I began to feel a little tired.

"Would you like to go and rest, Isabella?" Hades asked and I nodded.

He escorted me back t my room and waited til I was inside before he began to descent down the halls.

"Um...Hades?". I said softly as I poked my head out and saw his back. His eyes found mine and I bit my lip, my nerves getting the best of me.

"I..uh...well...would you like to have supper together tomorrow?"

He smiled widely as he nodded his head. "It would be an honor, Isabella." I smiled back at him as I watched him disappear around a corner. I closed the door and placed my body against the door.

The thought of spending more time with Hades made me smile and I actually struggled a bit to all asleep thinking about tomorrow.


Are these two people...going somewhere? Yes maybe they will learn to like each other. And maybe even learn to love. WHo knows. Let me know how you guys like this chapter or don't like.

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