Secret Plans:

A bright blue energy emitted and suddenly Ares appeared looking rather proud of himself. He looked around the town as it was being raided, he saw soldiers attacking the townspeople, men being killed, buildings on fire, and merchant tents and wagons being destroyed. He began to smile and let out a loud laugh as someone was thrown into his path motionless. He stepped over the body and continued to explore a bit. He saw women and children being chained, and arrows flying passed their heads.

He saw a particularly strong man butchering the townspeople, and Ares recognized him as one of the generals by his unique armor from the rest of the bunch. Ares began to approach the general as he watched the man slide his sword into someone's stomach, killing them. "How far along are you?" Ares said as he got closer.

"We've almost got the town conquered MI 'lord." The man said as he saw Ares approaching and kneeled before him in a gracious attempt to show loyalty and submission.

"Good, that's what I like to hear…. Where is your commander?" Ares wondered as he motioned the man to stand.

The general pointed behind Ares, and Ares turned to look. He saw a woman with blonde hair, and black leather armor barreling through resistance forces, cutting through them with her sword as she road on a dark brown horse. She screamed so loud even the gods could hear her as she turned and made another pass through the forces, cutting more men down with her sword as she made striking blows and began to laugh maniacally.

She turned her head to see Ares was watching her, and she smiled brightly, her dark brown eyes focused on him, she turned her horse to face him and kicked her horse as it began to take off with force. The woman cut down a few more men as she galloped towards the God of War. Just as she approached, she lifted off the horse into a front flip, landed right infront of Ares only inches away. She pierced her sword through the God of War's chest, taking out another resistance fighter behind him. She then pulled her sword clean out of Ares and raised her eyebrow as the soldier behind Ares fell to his death.

Ares smirked as the wound where he was stabbed quickly healed. "That tickled."

"I'm glad I could provide amusement for my God." The woman said as she smiled into his eyes.

Suddenly Ares approached her and pressed his lips against hers. He raised his hands up to the middle of her back as he pulled her close to him, their bodies pressed against each other. She wrapped her arms around his neck as she made out with the God of War. Ares pulled away looking deeply into her eyes and suddenly a blue Aura emitted from both of them, and they were both gone.

They reappeared into his temple within the town, on top of a long wooden dinner style table that was nicely setup with dishes and silverware, and flowers. The woman was on top, and he was on the bottom. He stretched his arms out knocking over some plates and cups, crashing and banging to the floor as he continued to feel her body pressed against his. She hunched over him and spread her arms out hitting more cups and flowers, making them crash to the ground, as she unbuttoned his black armor vest, exposing his chiseled chest. "Mmmm… Body hair." She said as she began kissing down his down chest, licking his nipples and biting them playfulled. Ares sighed deeply as he was deeply enjoying himself, feeling her tongue against his body, it sent a familiar feeling of wonder throughout his body that he was sooooo craving during a slaughter.

"You're doing great…" He managed to whisper through his deep breathing.

"So are you," as she began to undo his belt and unbutton his pants. "Much better than I thought.." She sighed as she began to go down on him.

"I can't help it, conquering towns just makes me sooo….. " He raised himself and stopped her from continuing, and he grabbed her and positioned her on top of him. "Incredibly hot."

"Finally, I can get my satisfaction you promised." She said as she began to twist and turn her torso, letting out a deep sigh and moan.

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Ares finished buttoning his black leather vest as he turned to face the woman he so eloquently conquered and began licking his lips, as he heard the screams and fighting begin to die down outside of the temple.

"You've done great work, much better than I anticipated." He said gazing into her eyes.

"I hope it pleased Mi' Lord." She said as she smiled at him.

"Yes, it truly does… Have you thought more about my offer?" He wondered. "You could be great with a little more training, and I can help bring you to your full potential."

"I'm honored that you think so highly of me."

"Well, it's not everyday you find a woman that can kick ass and take names. You truly do have an eye for slaughter." Ares said as he smiled with an evil look on his face.

"Ma'am!" A soldier said as he entered the temple.

Ares turned to him and struck him with a lightning bolt, killing him on the spot.

"I'm not sure I can join you, Ares. I've been wandering for so long looking to cast my rage and hatred on someone... And then you show up and tease me with the very thing I despise most. The woman that changed my world forever. I want my revenge before I do anything else for you." A blonde woman said staring Ares straight into his eyes as torment and despair began filling her, ignoring the dead man in the temple without a flinch.

"Xena has turned out to be not what I expected. She's ridiculously arrogant and doesn't listen very well, she's constantly challenging me and disobeying me. Not something I like if they're going to lead my army." He said as she brushed her hand along her shoulder. "You however, are a very good student. You listened to me when I asked you to take this town without hesitation."

"I know not to defy a God, I will humbly listen and act when called upon. She spoke softly as the touch excited her.

"Why do you hate Xena so much? We never got around to talking about that when I asked you to pummel her during her trial."

"She barbequed my family and my village. And she created a monster in the process... Me. I want nothing more than to hurt her. I want to gouge her eyes out with my thumbs and watch the blood spill out as she screams in agony. Imagine my surprise when you asked me to do that little number on her back there. I sure as hell wasn't going to say no."

Ares smiled at her as she spoke about death and torture. "You really are a menace aren't you?"

"I've had great leadership." She said smiling at him.

"This should be good..." Ares said out loud smiling viciously. "I mean, to see how this unfolds. I thought to myself, you could be perfect to lead my army, especially with this rage in your heart. I had no idea you had a past with Xena until now, and may I say, what a juicy past it is." He said raising his face into a mischievous smile. "I need the best to take command of my army, I'm not so sure that's Xena anymore, but the person that hates her most… Could have potentials." Ares said as he looked up and smirked.

"Well, If it gives me the chance to take out Xena, I will do anything you ask." The blonde said as her dreams of doing a one on one with the woman who murdered her family seemed to be coming true. "I hope it's true what they say that revenge is sweet. I'm hoping to find out." She said smiling like a crazy woman.

"I think a battle should take place; winner takes all. That would give you a chance at Xena, and I get the best warrior to take command by my side. What do you say?"

"A chance to waste that monstrous bitch? I'll do anything for you."

'I'm sorry, I've forgotten your name… What is it again?"

"Callisto."

"Right, Callisto, she's leaving my temple tonight; she'll be here within a day. Be ready." Ares, nodded and then a bright blue aura emitted from his body, vanishing without a trace.

She turned and began walking out of the temple, stepping over the dead body on the floor, giggling madly with excitement. A few resistance soldiers found their way inside and she sliced through them without a hitch.