Hello all. I am so very sorry for the wait. I didn't anticipate my new position at work to take so much of my time. And on top of that, my training takes a lot out of me mentally.
Rest assured that I've been trying (in vain) to finish this update. I had a large portion of it already done before I got moved around in the office. It was figuring out how to continue it through the long drought.
I'm glad to say that I found some much need time to finish and voila! I made this extra long – a sort of peace offering for taking so long. And I wanted to get the main players in and get the big ball rolling for the next update (if possible).
I don't know when the next update will be – my training lasts about 2 years. I will do my best to keep up with this story. A few more chapters and I'll be done with this particular adventure. But have no fear my faithful readers. I have more in store for the other characters that will be left standing.
This chapter is M rated (or higher) for obvious reasons. You have been warned.
This all takes place within a few hours. Everything is happening simultaneously, all different perspectives…kinda…
One Night Only
"Can't we leave in the morning?" Arizona asked. She was starting to feel the pressure of what was being asked of her. What Athena was asking of her was too much for her to handle. The Goddess shook her head. She understood Arizona's desperation, she was feeling it herself.
"We don't have that luxury, Arizona –"
"Then I change my mind! I can't do this! I'm not ready!" Arizona was feeling her chest constrict at the thought of leaving Diana and the others. Especially without saying goodbye.
Aphrodite took a step closer and reached out, "Arizona-"
Arizona turned around and threw her hands up in surrender.
"Alright! Just…just give me a few hours. I'll do what you want but just give me a few hours. Please," Arizona begged the Goddess of Wisdom. Athena nodded.
"Alright. I can only give you a few hours. But we must leave before the sunrises," Athena offered gently. The two Goddess waved a hand and disappeared.
Arizona stood in Diana's room. How was she going to leave with out breaking down?
Athena was giving her a few hours. Arizona would use that time wisely.
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Athena stopped next at Io's workshop.
"Goddess!" Io fell to her knee and bowed in reverence. Athena ushered Io to her feet.
"Io, is Arizona's armour ready?" When the blacksmith nodded, she went and grabbed it off of the worktable and handed it over to the goddess.
"It is beautiful Io. Know that your sister will wear this proudly. For this armour will most likely save her life," Athena stated. Io blinked, a little confused and startled by the statement. Before Io could ask, Athena spoke softly once more.
"Send a message to the Queen. The time is almost at hand. Before the sun rises your enemies will touch foot along the North West beaches attempting to strike in the darkness. Send your best archers and dispose of them quickly. That should give the rest of your sister's time to flank from both sides and attack their ground troops."
Io nodded in understanding.
"The rest must take up positions on the South East and North East sides of the island. I know that will be pushing it but if you hold them off for as long as you can, it will give Arizona time to find what she needs and return here safely."
Io froze.
"Return here? Arizona is leaving us? Why?" The blacksmith demanded. Although the two didn't consider themselves friends, Io had come to respect Arizona at best.
Athena could feel the confusion and did her best to reassure Io.
"Have faith sister. She will return as quickly as she can. Now go, get to the Queen. Stay hidden until your enemies' feet touch the sand. Then destroy them."
With a curt nod, Athena flashed out. Io grabbed her armour and sprinted out into the night. She ran as fast as she could to the palace.
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Diana's private chambers…
Arizona lay behind Diana in the bed they shared. She lightly caressed the bare arm that was protruding from under the covers remembering the last few hours they had just spent...
That afternoon, after Athena had left, Arizona went looking for Diana.
Diana was left confused and a little annoyed as Arizona finally found her and dragged her away, surprising the group she was with, to their chambers. Once their Diana had yanked her arm out from Arizona's grasp and was about to demand an explanation when Arizona, without warning, grabbed her face and kissed her hard.
Diana tired fighting it at first but she could taste the desperation on Arizona's lips. She knew something was wrong and if this was the only way for Arizona to communicate it, then Diana would not struggle.
Arizona broke the kiss, gasping for air. She took one good look at Diana and felt tears spring to her eyes. She shut her eyes tight fighting the pain that was in her chest.
"Arizona?" Diana whispered. The concern laced in Diana's voice was what broke the dam inside Arizona and she let the tears fall.
"Diana-" Arizona started but her voice cracked. The hands that had cupped Diana's face were now running through Diana's hair. Arizona looked deep into Diana's eyes and gave everything she had to her.
"Diana…I want you to know that I…," Arizona swallowed the lump in her throat before continuing. "I love you. God…this isn't how I planned it…but I love you. You have to believe me…I do love you," Arizona managed to get out before her tears fell heavily. Diana was also shedding her own tears.
Diana wrapped her arms around Arizona and gathered her into her embrace. She was afraid of what would happen next.
Needing more physical contact, Arizona held Diana tighter as she rested her forehead against Diana's.
"Athena…she…I have to leave with Athena. I don't have a choice," Arizona whispered. Diana could hear the agony in those words as they were ripped from her. Arizona began to tremble making Diana tighten her hold.
"When?" Diana whispered dreading what she will here. Arizona brought their faces closer, wanting to be as close to Diana as she could get.
"Athena gave me a few hours. I leave before sunrise," Arizona whispered back. Diana was silent for a long moment. Diana pulled her head back and just stared at the woman that meant more to her then her own life.
Arizona had to fight the urge to look away. Those blue eyes seemed to be searching for something. When it looked like Diana would have pulled away, she surprised Arizona by quickly pulling her head in and attacked Arizona's lips in a heated kiss.
Desperation overruled any other emotion as they pulled and clawed at each other. They tried to make it to the bed but that was too much to handle. Instead they began to tear at each other's garments on the spot.
The physical contact they already had still wasn't enough and so they pulled each other tighter together trying to meld into the other. And still, they never broke the kiss. Even as their tongue's battled for supremacy they refused to break apart.
Hands didn't remain still. They pulled, pushed, pinched and clawed at bare skin. Arizona's hands found their way into Diana's thick, beautiful mane and buried themselves there as if to anchor her. Diana moaned when Arizona grinded her hips against her own.
Diana pushed Arizona down, their lips still fused together. Arizona didn't protest when she felt the cold marble floor under her. She arched her hips against Diana's trying to get even closer. Diana, in response, pushed a thigh tightly against Arizona's core, earning her guttural moan from the woman beneath her.
Diana continued the movement until she felt Arizona's wetness smear her thigh. The musky scent it produced was making Diana drunk with obsession wanting more. Arizona mustered all the strength she had and rolled them both over until she was on top.
Only then did Arizona rip her lips apart causing Diana groan at the loss. Arizona quickly attacked Diana's neck, winning a throaty groan. Diana tilted her head to the side giving more access and Arizona didn't disappoint.
Arizona nibbled on a particular sensitive spot making Diana hiss and buckle underneath her. Arizona smiled wickedly and did it again and again until Diana cried out and dragged her nails down Arizona's back.
Diana, in retaliation, had reached down and at first palmed Arizona's taut ass before digging her nails into the firm flesh. Arizona threw her head back and cried out again and again when Diana repeated the action. The throaty sounds of Arizona's cries were enough to get Diana completely wet and ready.
Arizona pushed herself up to catch her breath but had to clench her teeth when Diana lifted her head and assaulted a hardened nipple. Diana's nails just dug deeper into Arizona's rear end, keeping her form escaping as Diana devoured Arizona's nipples.
Arizona just threw her head back and closed her eyes. It was all she could do to keep from losing control completely. Diana moved onto the other breast and latched onto that nipple with the same vigor she did with the other.
Arizona's arms began to tremble. She watched as Diana suckled on her breast going back and fourth between the two. Diana took that moment to look up and watched Arizona's eyes darken. Diana's tongue slowly darted out and lathered a hardened nipple then quickly took it between her teeth, tugging at the nub. Arizona let out a yelp at the sensation it brought.
Diana smiled wickedly as she moved onto the other and repeated the same action. Arizona groaned and buried a hand in Diana's hair preventing her from doing it again. Diana bit down hard on Arizona's left breast making Arizona cry out and tightening her hold in her hair.
"Diana," Arizona growled as she tugged at Diana's hair. Diana let go and lifted her chin in a show of defiance. Arizona took one look at Diana's swollen lips and lust filled eyes and her control broke. Arizona assaulted Diana's lips, one hand still buried in her hair while the other slid down her neck, shoulder and groped at Diana's luscious breast, kneading it until Diana squirmed beneath her.
Diana's own hands begun clawing at Arizona's back. She dragged her nails down Arizona's back once more loving the sounds it was ripping from Arizona. Diana's hands moved lower, settling hands on Arizona's hips. She dug her nails into the flesh she found there as if marking her.
Arizona's hand slipped between the valley of Diana's breasts, down her abdomen and stopped just above Diana's mound. Arizona felt Diana spread her legs apart thrust her pelvis in silent demand. Arizona smiled against Diana's lips.
Arizona lifted her head and gazed softly at Diana as she slipped her fingers lower. She swirled a finger in between Diana's wet folds, teasing her. Diana's whimpered and bit her lower lip as she pushed her hips upward trying to get what she wanted. Diana vaguely heard Arizona chuckle above her.
Diana swore to herself that when it was her turn, she would repay Arizona ten fold. But all she wanted right now was those magical fingers inside her. Trying to convey what she wanted, Diana buried one hand into Arizona's hair and tugged hard.
Diana heard Arizona hiss then in an instant, she felt herself being filled completely. Diana cried out at being stretched so magnificently. She spread her legs wider for Arizona and threw her head back, eyes fluttering shut and mouth wide open unable to get a sound out.
Arizona just watched Diana's reaction. It was all she could do to keep from taking Diana hard the way she wanted to. She felt herself tremble at the sight beneath her. Arizona closed her eyes as Diana's tight pussy pumped her three fingers, completely covering them with her juices.
Arizona had to slow her heart down or she'd have a heart attack before she could push Diana over the edge.
"Gods…move damn it!" Diana choked throatily. Arizona opened her eyes and gazed down into dark blue orbs. She nodded, unable to speak and pulled her fingers out then quickly shoved them back in only to pull out once more. Diana cried out then moaned at the pleasure she was feeling.
Arizona continued and with each plunge it was deeper and harder then the last. She could feel Diana plant her feet next to her hips as she moved her own hips in time with Arizona's thrusts.
Diana somehow took control and set the pace and all Arizona could do was obey. The two moved as one both pushing the other closer and closer to their ecstasy. Arizona moved her hand in just the right way, the palm of her hand pushing and rubbing Diana's clit at the perfect time. Diana bowed beneath Arizona as her muscles constricted, her juices coating Arizona's fingers.
Arizona continued to gently push in and out as Diana slowly came down from her high. Panting and barley recovered Diana felt Arizona push deep inside her once again. Diana felt her body begin to stir once again.
Arizona lowered her head in the crook of Diana's neck and inhaled deeply. Diana's scent invaded Arizona calming her somewhat but the feel of Diana's hands traveling down the front of her body distracted her.
Diana slid her hands lower, past Arizona's waist and sought permission as she reached her destination. Arizona lifted her head and looked deeply into blue eyes that she loved so much and lifted her hips slightly.
Diana took advantage and slipped her fingers where she longed to have them. She groaned out loud when she found Arizona sopping wet. Diana slipped her other arm around Arizona's waist pushing her down and keeping her in place.
Arizona's breath hitched as Diana's long fingers slipped deeper into her. Arizona's eyes fluttered shut as Diana drew her fingers back then pushed them back in hard. Arizona was momentarily side tracked by Diana's skillful fingers as she moved her hips in time with Diana's fingers.
Arizona knew it wouldn't take much to lose control, if her trembling arms were any indication. Arizona lowered her head and rested it against Diana's chest. She somehow found enough brain cells to move her own hand inside Diana.
"Oh god…Diana…," Arizona choked out as she threw her head back and felt herself shudder with the force of her orgasm. She was having a hard time trying to keep herself from collapsing on top of Diana.
Diana lifted her head and melded her lips with Arizona's as she lovingly pushed on her shoulders. At first Arizona resisted but relented when Diana whispered against her lips.
"Rest, love."
Arizona nodded mutely but remembered that her fingers were still were buried deep inside Diana.
"Diana…I still need to…" Arizona stopped when Diana shook her head. She smiled at Arizona lovingly as she slipped her hand into Arizona's hair. "But I-"
"Shhh…you did. We both did," Diana said softly with a smile. Diana slowly pulled her fingers out of Arizona and cooed softly as the other woman began to fuss. Diana then gently extracted Arizona's fingers out of her and had to bite her lower when Arizona's nails inadvertently brushed against her engrossed clit.
"Diana…I'm sor-"
Again Diana shook her head and looked sadly at Arizona. They lay on the ground in silence, both not wanting to acknowledge what caused Arizona's earlier outburst. Arizona felt a tear slide down her cheek and swallowed her guilt as Diana lovingly guided her head back to her chest.
Sometime during the night, they had managed to fall into bed. Neither able to sleep, they lay silently next to each other.
"Diana…please say something," Arizona whispered. For the last half hour Diana had lain on her side of the bed, her back towards Arizona. She didn't want Arizona see her crying but the other woman knew.
Reaching out carefully, as if afraid Diana would shatter with her touch, Arizona lightly laid a hand on Diana's bare shoulder. As if her touch burned her, Diana suddenly sat up, surprising Arizona. Diana clutched the bed sheet to her chest as if it could protect her from the onslaught of emotions that kept coming at her.
"What is it; exactly do you want me to say?" Diana said quietly, still not facing Arizona.
Arizona didn't move from her spot. She just stared at Diana's back, her long beautiful hair. She tried to memorize every little hair on Diana's head knowing it was useless.
Then ever so slowly Arizona pushed herself up so she was sitting close enough to Diana's bare back. She didn't touch her but instead rested her forehead against Diana's shoulder blades.
"Please Diana…I don't want to fight with you. We don't have much time. I just…can I hold you?" Arizona said her voice barely above a whisper. If Diana said no, then Arizona would have to live with that. She'd figure out how to survive the last few moments on the island alone.
Diana swallowed the rest of her tears. She wiped at the tracks of tears that were on her cheeks and inhaled deeply. She turned around slowly and glanced at Arizona. She closed her eyes as she nodded.
The two women settled back onto the bed this time facing the other. They looped their arms loosely around each other. There were no words needed.
As the seconds sped by, Diana cradled her love and waited for fate to take her away.
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Somewhere else on the island…
Athena stood slowly. Alindra watched as Athena changed into her battle armor with a flick of her hand. Athena stared at the woman that held her heart and wondered if there was a way to undo everything and start fresh. With a sad realization Athena knew that would not be possible.
Swallowing her fear and pain, Athena plastered on a brave smile and leaned in slowly. She felt Alindra stiffen for a moment before she relaxed. Athena lovingly kissed Alindra's forehead before she stepped back.
"Thank you," the Goddess whispered. Alindra just nodded, the words getting stuck in her throat. Athena could sense how hard it was for Alindra. Not wanting to be the source of Alindra's pain any longer, Athena smiled one final time and flicked a hand and was gone.
Alindra stood in her place, her gaze never leaving the spot where Athena once stood, tears flowing freely. Her mind replaying the last few minutes that they were together…
Alindra couldn't sleep especially not after the briefing she and Artemis just had with the Queen. She felt restlessness settle with in her so she decided to take a quick late night walk. She ended up here, on a cliff looking out over the waters – a place where she often meditated. This was also the place where she first noticed Athena as more than just a goddess.
She felt her heart speed up at the thought. She felt tears tickle her eye lids and quickly wiped at them. Alindra sat on the make shift bench that Athena had put together just for Alindra when she found out this was a favorite place of hers.
Alindra inhaled deeply as she looked up at the darkened sky. The stars had always fascinated her and Athena had once offered the general a closer look at them. Alindra smiled as she recalled how flustered she had gotten.
She was so lost in her thoughts that she didn't hear anyone approaching.
"May I join you?"
Alindra spun around and stared. Athena stood a few feet away waiting for permission. It had been two weeks since they really saw each other.
Athena waited patiently. She watched as Alindra fought her emotions and the goddess felt a pang of guilt knowing it was she who caused Alindra to falter that way.
"I don't want to argue with you, please. I only wish to share a few moments with you. That is all," Athena added softly. She would not push if it was truly what Alindra wanted. Alindra stared at Athena for a minute longer, contemplating. Then slowly she nodded.
Athena let out the breath she had been holding and slowly made her way closer. The two sat in silence for long minutes, neither of them ready to fill the void with useless conversations.
"I'm sorry," Athena said quietly. Alindra turned to look at Athena and watched as the goddess lowered her gaze to the ground, never looking at her. Those two words hung between them as if it didn't know where to go.
"When will you leave?" Alindra asked. When Athena looked up curiously, Alindra sighed. "Io had informed us of your plan."
Athena nodded in understanding.
"Before sunrise," Athena replied solemnly. Again there was silence.
"Will you come back?" Alindra asked afraid to know the answer. Athena was silent.
"I…I don't know…" Athena said. Alindra looked back at the woman that she loved. She saw fear. Genuine fear. It finally hit Alindra. She could lose Athena.
They sat quietly once more. Alindra reached out and laid her hand over Athena's. The goddess looked down at their hands and her eyes blurred. Out of all the moments she and Alindra had shared together, this was the most precious to her.
…
It only felt like minutes but soon the time was drawing near. Athena sighed heavily and raised herself slowly. Alindra didn't let go of Athena's hand as they stood.
Standing facing each other, their hands entwined.
"I'm sorry…I never should have doubted you," Alindra blurted out. Her tears fell and she was unashamed if the goddess of wisdom saw them. Athena shook her head, her own tears falling. She reached out and gently wiped a tear from Alindra's cheek.
"It was I that doubted you. Forgive me," Athena replied softly. She smiled sadly as she took a step back and let go of Alindra's hands. Alindra watched as Athena changed into her battle armor with a flick of her hand.
Swallowing her fear and pain, Athena plastered on a brave smile and leaned in slowly. She felt Alindra stiffen for a moment before she relaxed. Athena lovingly kissed Alindra's forehead before she stepped back.
"Thank you," the Goddess whispered. Alindra just nodded, the words getting stuck in her throat. Athena could sense how hard it was for Alindra. Not wanting to be the source of Alindra's pain any longer, Athena smiled one final time and flicked a hand and was gone.
Alindra stood in her place, her gaze never leaving the spot where Athena once stood, tears flowing freely.
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Elsewhere on the island…
Philippus found Hippolyta out on the terrace adjacent to the Queen's room. The general hesitated for a brief moment before fully entering the suite. Philippus stopped and stared at Lyta's profile and her breath caught in her throat, as it always has whenever she sees the Queen.
Inhaling deeply and squaring her shoulders, Philippus took a step forward and before she could take a second step, Hippolyta turned around. Both women froze and just stared at the other, neither saying a word. Philippus was the first one to look away. Hippolyta sighed heavily and turned away once again.
"Was there something that you needed General?" Hippolyta asked as she looked out into the night. Philippus stole a glance at her Queen and felt like she no longer belonged in her presence. Philippus swallowed the lump that had formed in her throat.
"No…" Philippus winced as her voice cracked and tried again. "No your majesty. I…was just checking-"
"Are the troops in position?" Hippolyta interrupted. She tried to sound cold but her heart had melted at the sight of her General. Instead of facing the woman head on, Hippolyta had turned away as to avoid falling apart in front of Philippus.
Surprised by the coldness in Hippolyta's voice, Philippus found herself taking several steps back.
"Er…yes your majesty. They are well hidden and waiting for the intruders."
When nothing else was said, Hippolyta assumed Philippus had left. But when she turned around again and saw that Philippus had been staring intently, Hippolyta's façade almost slipped. Walking briskly past Philippus, Hippolyta tried to hide the cracks in her armor as she spoke coolly.
"Was there anything else General," the Queen said aloofly. Philippus continued to stare in silence. She followed Hippolyta so closely that when the Queen stopped and turned abruptly, they were practically in each other's arms.
Hippolyta gasped at the unexpected move and unconsciously placed her hands on Philippus' chest to steady herself. Philippus, without thinking, wrapped her arms around the Queen's waist.
They stood like that for a brief moment.
"Lyta," Philippus whispered.
It took all the strength Hippolyta had to distance herself as much as she could. With a slow shake of her head, Hippolyta gently pushed on Philippus' chest.
"No."
Philippus didn't budge but had loosened her hold around the Queen's waist. She closed her eyes as she felt Lyta leave her embrace. She swallowed hard and inhaled deeply before opening her eyes. Hippolyta stood back cautiously knowing how easy it would be to fall back into those strong arms.
"Was there anything else, General?" Hippolyta asked again. She was proud of herself when her voice didn't crack but she felt resolve slowly crumbling when Philippus continued to stare at her with those beautiful eyes.
Philippus shook her head but still remained silent.
"Then if you will excuse me," Hippolyta said with much authority that she could muster and headed for her wardrobe to change into her armor. As she passed her, Philippus quickly grabbed her wrists, halting her escape.
Hippolyta turned her head sharply, a stinging retort on her lips. But the words did not come. Instead Philippus gently cupped the back of Lyta's head and drew her closer. Their lips finally touched after weeks of being apart.
For a flash of a second, Hippolyta stood unmoving. Then as her brain caught up, she found herself responding with much eagerness. The hand that held Hippolyta's wrist slid around her waist as Hippolyta wound her arms around Philippus' back.
All too soon the kiss ended. Hippolyta reluctantly pulled herself away breathing heavily. She had a pained look in her eyes as she spoke.
"What do you want, Philippus? What exactly is this?" Hippolyta slowly untangled her arms much to Philippus' disappointment. Hippolyta was well aware that Philippus had yet to let go of her.
Philippus wasn't sure herself. She wanted Hippolyta, without a doubt, but to ask her to risk the throne for her…that was something Philippus was still contemplating.
Philippus sighed. She couldn't lie to her.
"I…I'm not sure," Philippus answered honestly. Hippolyta stood silently then nodded in understanding. Then without warning, Hippolyta reached down and gently removed Philippus' arm from around her waist and took a step back.
"Then I suggest that we don't do this again. Not until you can figure out what it is that you want," Hippolyta said sadly. She slowly made her way to her wardrobe not caring that she left Philippus standing there.
Philippus just watched her go. She felt tears prick her eye lids and she quickly turned away.
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Artemis and Epione's hut
Epione lay cradled in Artemis's arms. The redhead had completely depleted all of Epione's energy and they had fallen into bed moments ago.
"Three. We can have three," Artemis said with a big yawn. Epione lifted her head from where it lay on her wife's chest and let out a surprised laugh.
"Have you lost your mind completely?"
That evening the two women had expressed a need for more in their lives. Something that would fill a void that seemed to have appeared. Talk of babies had seemed natural.
"No. I want three. Two will inherit your incredibly beautiful mind and heart, and the other will inherit my stubborn wild nature," Artemis stated matter-of-factly. Epione laughed out loud.
"Artemis…you do realize that this may not actually happen," Epione supplied somberly as her laughter died down. Artemis was quiet. Epione placed a loving hand on Artemis' chest and leaned in and gave her a soft kiss.
"I'm sorry," Epione offered quietly. Artemis smiled and gave her wife a squeeze.
"Don't be my love," Artemis said lovingly. "We will find away, Epione. I promise you, we will find away."
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Diana's private chambers…
Arizona and Diana stood out on the balcony, wrapped up in bed sheets and each other's arms. Diana had rested her head against Arizona's shoulder as they stared up at the stars. Arizona stood behind Diana, her arms wrapped tight around her waist.
"It's in the main office on the second floor. You'll be able to contact them from a hidden terminal - you'll know what to look for. They'll help if you asked them. On the main floor, just off of the kitchen, there's a...room. It's where I keep my armor - take what you need," Diana whispered. She felt Arizona nod silently.
The last 40 minutes Diana had shared her deepest regret – leaving her friends and the Justice League after the Max Lord disaster. Arizona had tried, in vain, to convince Diana to come back with her.
But Diana shook her head, stating that if she couldn't forgive herself, then what more of the people she was sworn to protect. Arizona gave Diana a loving squeeze before she replied.
"There's your problem Diana. We've already forgiven you…a long time ago. Maybe it's time that you forgive yourself."
Diana was silent. She knew Arizona was right on some level but it was still hard to come to terms with what she had done.
Wanting to lighten the mood, Diana turned her head and kissed Arizona's cheek.
"Since when have you gotten so wise," Diana asked with a cheeky grin. Arizona was saved from replying when they both heard someone clear their throat just outside Diana's room. Arizona's armor materialized seconds later by their feet.
The air around the two women had gotten thick once again. Arizona sighed and began to untangle herself from Diana.
Diana stepped out of Arizona's embrace and dropped the bed sheet and let it pool around her feet. They silently helped the other get dressed. Diana stood back and smiled sadly.
"You wear that well," Diana said as she lovingly ran her hands up and down Arizona's armor. Arizona just nodded.
"Hey…if you ever change your mind, come and look me up," Arizona said with sad eyes. Diana gave a small laugh and nodded. Minutes ticked by before they heard Athena clearing her throat again.
"I better go. The boss is waiting," Arizona said with a sad look in her eyes. Stepping back, Arizona was almost on her way out before Diana stopped her.
"Wait," Diana whispered. Arizona turned quickly and waited for her. Diana presented her with a coconut shell. Arizona looked up a bit confused.
"What's this?" She asked softly. Arizona held the case with trembling hands.
Diana slowly opened the shell. When Arizona saw what was inside, she knew what it meant. Diana took out a necklace that held an apricot seed and held it up as she recited the sacred words.
"That thou art full of promise," Diana then blesses it with a kiss then places the necklace around Arizona's neck. She then took out the bracelet and said, "That thou shall know the heart of another," and placed the bracelet on Arizona's wrist.
Drawing Arizona close, Diana whispers in her ear, "We are bonded now. You are mine as I am yours." Diana pulled back and slid her hands to clasp Arizona's.
"Did we just get married?" Arizona asked half-jokingly. Diana gave her a grin.
"Something like that."
Diana turned serious once more.
"We will find our way back to each other. Titan or not, we will return to each other," Diana stated fiercely. Arizona could only nod.
Diana grabbed her face and kissed her heard before stepping back. The two walked hand in hand out of the room and met Athena.
"Return her to me. I will expect nothing less," Diana demanded the Goddess of Wisdom. Athena noticed the necklace and bracelet and nodded. Athena wasn't sure how she was going to keep that promise but she was going to try.
"I give you my word Princess." Then turning to Arizona she gave a curt nod. "Ready?"
Arizona looked over to Diana and gave her a smile. "Yes," Arizona replied without a glance at Athena.
Diana gave Arizona's hand a squeeze before letting go.
"See you soon dear," Arizona teased Diana who rewarded her with a grin.
Arizona took a deep breath and moved to stand next to Athena. With one last look, the pair was gone. Diana hissed as she felt a pain in her chest.
Looking sky wards, Diana uttered defiantly.
"You better bring her back to me. The Titans will be the least of your worries."
As the words were spoken, Aella came running towards her.
"Princess! You are needed on the south east beach. The enemy have been spotted!" Then without a word, Aella took off running. Diana looked at the heavens, an eye brow arched.
Then Diana ran quickly inside and grabbed her armor. She slipped it on and ran as fast as she could to the southern beach.
It was time to put an end to this.
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Hyperion smiled.
"Well?"
"South east beach."
"Why not take the north west?"
Hyperion rolled his eyes and bit his tongue from physically snapping the man's neck.
"Because," he said through gritted teeth, "that's where their beloved Princess will be." Turning to the young man they manipulated into helping, Hyperion grinned sinisterly.
"Don't you have something to do for me?" Hyperion asked as he patted the young man's cheek. The man swallowed.
"Y-yes…"
"Then do it." And with that, Hyperion dismissed him. Turning on his heel, the young man obeyed his master and marched out of the room. Mnemosyne crossed her arms as she sneered.
"He's asking questions again…"
"Then do something about it!" Hyperion snapped. Mnemosyne just arched a fine brow. "Now," Hyperion growled.
"Why don't you do it since you're all so powerf-" Mnemosyne's windpipe was abruptly crushed. Hyperion squeezed slightly adding pressure to his grip.
"Do. Not. Test. Me. Woman. Now do something productive and find me Arizona and that damn bow!" he snarled. He then shoved her none to gently away from him.
Mnemosyne just grabbed her throat as she huffed.
Unbeknownst to them, Doug hadn't left but was just outside the room.
He had heard enough.
He was going to get to the bottom of this.