Chapter 3
When they arrived on Olympus, Ares introduced Gabrielle to Zeus and the other Gods. Zeus thanked Gabrielle and put the vial of hind's blood in another vault. While Gabrielle was talking with Aphrodite and Apollo, Zeus took Ares aside and said, "I have banished Callisto to Tartarus so she can't hurt anyone. My son, I'm very proud of you. Once, you would have used the hind's blood to take over control of Olympus for yourself. You didn't, and that shows me how much you have really changed."
"Thank you, Dad. I feel... well, I can actually feel now. Before, I was War. Now, it's my job... not who I am. It changes everything and how I look at people."
"Speaking of looking at people... That is a cute little girl you have out there. Clever too...Is there any chance that you will keep her around. As in.... maybe I will have a daughter-in-law someday soon?"
"Oh Dad... She's not my girl. Though, she really is nice... She's smart, kind and beautiful. That's the trouble. She's too good for a rough guy like me."
"Hey son, don't sell yourself short. You are more than just a War God. Show her. Let her get to know you. I can tell that she likes you."
"You really think so?" Ares gazed longingly at Gabrielle, her golden hair shining in the light of Apollo's aura.
Zeus laughed. "Of course. I've seen her looking at you."
Yeah?" said Ares absently, still staring at Gabrielle.
"Yes, Ares. Every time that you aren't looking at her."
"Oh..." said Ares, blushing profusely.
His father roared with laughter and put his hand on Ares' shoulder. "Ares, this is the first time I've ever seen you blush. It must be love."
Ares looked at his father and grinned sheepishly. "I think maybe it is."
-TBC -