Hey guys. :) I'm really sorry it's been so long getting another chapter up. I'm sure several of you have already lost faith in the story. I just wanted to let you know that this is the last chapter. I should have left it as a one shot, because my heart's just not in it, and hasn't been since the second chapter. I'm sorry you had to wait this long, and I'm sorry if you're disappointed with this. :(
Please do enjoy, and special thanks to each and every one of you who have stuck with this pitiful story.
Happy Films Productions Vs. Zeus and Hera
Ten o'clock Saturday morning. It was a day to be remembered, the case of Happy Films Productions Versus Zeus and Hera.
It's rumored that Hera, goddess of marriage and queen of the gods, had a panic attack just prior to the hearing, leaving her less-than-apt husband to defend the case. Zeus, god of the skies and king of the gods, showed up to the court with one crucial thing missing: eyebrows. Zeus still showed signs of Annatroximopliene poisoning: purple hair, flower tattoos, and a pinkish glowing of the skin.
No one could deny the fact of Zeus' condition, nor that the Happy Films Production did provide him with the illegal substance. However, stunning new evidence shows that Hera and her husband Zeus have a history of abusing their power, which led to a counter-sue.
"This is one of the worst cases I've seen in my two thousand plus years on the job. There is simply no excuse," the Supreme justice, Nemesis, goddess of retribution, had to say of the case.
Kristen Miller, a victim of Hera's rage, had this to say: "I'm not surprised that this runs deeper than my case. I mean, she turned me into a cow! There's no telling how many others this has happened to. I think we need to band together and get something done!"
Happy Films Productions were charged with illegal possession and attempted murder of Zeus, and were fined 1.2 billion drachmas. Their license was revoked, and is immediately in effect. Hera and Zeus were counter-charged with power abuse, and must pay 500 drachmas to each individual whom was affected by their 'rage'. If you or a loved one were victim to their merciless abuse, you are urged to call the Stop Power Abuse hotline at 1-800-NO ABUSE, or 1-800- 662-2873.
"Dave, what do you reckon this is?" a small, dark headed boy asked, holding the newspaper article out to his friend.
The blonde boy, Dave, read the story, his brows creased. Finally, he said, "This Zeus guy sounds like an old bat!"
Thunder boomed in the distance.
"And what about the Hera chick? She had a panic attack just before the court meeting thing? Who does that?" the other boy, Jeff snickered.
The distinct moo! of a cow could be heard in the distance, as well.
"Where'd you even get this, Jeff?" Dave asked, crumbling it up in a ball.
"It just floated down from the sky. I dunno where it came from."
"Huh," Dave muttered, tossing the paper over his shoulder. "It's mighty strange, don't cha think?"
Jeff opened his mouth to speak, but then stopped, as he felt giant raindrops fall on himself and the ground.
"I didn't think it was supposed to rain today," Dave said.
"It wasn't," Jeff said. "We've had a drought for the past two years! There was no rain in the forecast."
"I guess it's a miracle then," Dave smiled. "God Almighty is watching from above."
A loud, booming laugh erupted from behind the two boys. Dave and Jeff whipped around to see who it could be.
"Gods, actually," the woman said. She had ivory skin, auburn hair, and a regal look about her.
"Who're you?" Dave asked, staring at the strangers. There was a man standing beside the woman… tall, dark, and handsome. Except for the fact that half his hair was purple and the other half grey. His skin seemed to glow pale pink, and he had no eyebrows.
"You're Zeus and Hera, aren't you?" Jeff asked.
The man smiled, and small flicks of electricity seemed to bounce from his bushy beard. "I'm Zeus, king of the gods, and ruler of the skies. This is my lovely wife, Hera, my equal, and the queen of the gods."
The sandy blond haired child stood there, his mouth agape. Jeff punched him in the arm and whispered something. Then, the two turned and tried to run.
"Where are you going, boys? We haven't had a chance to get to know each other," Hera said coldly, her eyes gleaming. She raised her hand up, and Jeff and Dave rose into the air, following the hand movements.
Both the boys screamed like two little girls.
"L-let us down," Dave said through sobs. "Please."
"Zeusy Pie, should I let them down?" Hera asked.
"They called me an old bat! Do I look like a bat?" Zeus exclaimed, throwing his arms into the air.
"Well honey…" Hera muttered. Zeus looked offended.
"If you're gonna kill us, would you do it now?" the black headed Jeff said, crying as well.
Hera shrugged her shoulders. "Would you like me to kill you?"
Both the boys' eyes widened. They both opened their mouths to speak, but found that they couldn't.
"No answer?" Zeus asked.
Hera laughed. "I guess I'll teach them a lesson about trash-talking the gods." She snapped her fingers, and the boys fell to the ground with a thud!
Jeff immediately clutched his left arm, pain splattered on his face. Dave just laid there, a vacant expression on his face.
"Did you just kill that boy?" Zeus asked, stepping closer to the duo.
"Drats, he's still breathing. They both are!" Hera shouted.
"Maybe we should leave them-"
"Need I remind you they called you an old bat?" Hera snapped.
Zeus' eyes narrowed. "Let there be blood."
Hera smiled at her husband's sudden bloodlust. "Gladly," she agreed, and stepped forward, as a whole herd of cattle flanked her. "This'll be the best 500 drachmas I've ever spent!"
I warned you, it wasn't very good. Oh well... I'd appreciate it if you'd review this chapter, you know, and tell me what you thought.
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