Chapter 9: Ares' Retreat
Ares felt the worse he had in a millennium. After showing a more vulnerable side with Xena, he decided not to wait around for her reply. He really was sorry for the way he handled her in the past. But now, he was ready to make it right.
He materialized at home immediately to his bed. Without any ambition, he looked at the blank screen on the TV. Deciding he needed a change of scenery, he appeared inside of Apollo's home. He needed to talk to someone and not just anyone, he needed to talk to a god.
"Well, well, if it isn't the God of War gracing my humble abode. What brings you here, Ares? Date night canceled in the mortal realm, or did you just miss my radiant presence?" The sarcasm dripped from Apollo's words, a thinly veiled mockery lacing his tone. Ares looked at him and smirked.
"Just passing through, Apollo. Thought I'd swing by the epitome of all things bright and beautiful. Figured I could use a bit of your enlightening presence to brighten my day." His tone was dry, as he materialized a goblet of nectar and walked his way to the couch.
"What did the pathetic mortal do this time?"
"Watch it," Ares threatened.
"Ares, as I have told you over and over again, stop wasting time on this...mortal. She is beneath you and me. She should be honored, you even remember her name," Apollo spat in disgust. Ares took his goblet of nectar to the head and refilled it.
"Xena will be my Queen. She is my equal..." Apollo rolled his eyes, not wanting to hear Ares sounding like a sick puppy.
"Ares, there are so many goddesses here in this new world that you can select from, by far more appealing than...what's her name again?"
"There is NO ONE and I mean NO ONE more beautiful than my Xena," Ares replied as he got in Apollo's face, taking down another goblet of nectar and refilling his cup again.
"Whoa, calm down there tiger. Didn't mean to pull your tail. I know just the thing to cheer you up," Apollo smiled, slapping him on the back. Suddenly, the lights in the house dimmed. Apollo sat on his throne like chair, and Ares materialized one of his own. Slow sensual music began to fill the atmosphere and then the doorbell rang.
Apollo answered the door and to Ares' surprise, six beautiful maidens walked in. Each woman had on a different color outfit, but they were all similar. Ares thought they were pretty close to something Aphrodite would wear, since it was basically next to nothing. Each of them wore sheer veils on their faces, which only exposed their eyes.
Apollo took a seat back on his throne. When Ares looked around the room again, he noticed Apollo had a bar setup just for the women that contained various alcoholic beverages and finger foods. Seeing the scandalous women, with their shiny oiled down bodies, partaking in the festivities of the room, made his mind turn. He quickly finished off another goblet of nectar and refilled it. Apollo smiled at his brother, glad to see he was enjoying the new eye candy. Apollo cleared his throat and made an announcement,
"Ladies, this is my brother, Ares. Please welcome him and make him feel at home." The music roared through the air. Each of the ladies gathered around Ares slowly, circling him like prey, rubbing and touching him on various parts of his body. Ares couldn't think straight. He was starting to wonder if he had drunk too many cups of nectar. As the women circled him, each taking turns sitting in his lap and winding their hips, one in particular caught his eye. Ares noticed she had blue eyes, hypnotizing blue eyes. Before she could get up, Ares grabbed her wrist. He pulled her veil off her face and noticed she was beautiful. He ran his fingers along her full lips, down to her jaw. He then let his fingers lazily go lower down her body, outlining her plump breast and circled around her flat stomach.
Apollo smiled brightly as he watched the intimate scene unfold before his eyes. He knew it would be simple to get Ares' mind off of Xena. No matter if this was only a quick fix, he wanted Ares to indulge in it. He hated how Xena had Ares wrapped around her finger. He was the God of War. Millions trembled just from hearing his name and yet, he let this mere mortal woman hold so much power over him, it was like she was his kryptonite. He wished there was a way he could release Ares from her grasp. He knew that part however, would be an impossible task, since Ares didn't want saving.
The maiden figured Ares liked what he saw. Gradually, she resumed moving her hips in his lap, while her hands explored the contours of his strong, muscular physique. His member twitched at the contact of her soft fingers, tracing mesmerizing circles along his face and chest. The other ladies knew not to interrupt this moment, so they all gave Apollo their attention.
She looked Ares in his eyes and leaned into his neck. Provocatively, she licked his neck and placed soft kisses there as she went up and down the sides of him. She grabbed his ear with her mouth and started to nibble at it. Ares' hands freely roamed her delicious body. He placed his hands on her curvy hips and ran them up to her full breast. He pulled her top down, exposing one of her breasts, and suckled hungrily. She threw her head back in delight. His hot mouth on her instantly made her center gush. She didn't know whose man this was, but she knew she was going to have plenty of fun with him tonight. The handsome God enjoying her body so much, made her yearn for him. Panting, she asked him in between breaths,
"You sure you can handle all of this?" Ares let her breast drop from his mouth. He licked her skin between them, leaving a wet trail, and replied..
"You sure you can handle a god?" The question confused her. But it also turned her on even more. She loved how cocky he was, referring to himself as a god. She reached down for his firm hard member, as it ached to be released from his pants. Ares didn't know what was coming over him, but he was enjoying it. No, this woman couldn't replace his Xena but she was definitely good enough for a quick smash. Ares growled lowly in her ear. She purred back in his. Noticing that she wasn't afraid, Ares stood and lifted the woman up in his strong arms. He passionately kissed her and carried her to the nearest bedroom, never breaking their kiss. He was going to release all of his frustrations on her.
Apollo stood from his throne and exclaimed, "Fine choice brother, fine choice!"
"Oh no you don't," Aphrodite materialized to only where he could see her.
"Go away," Ares replied through gritted teeth. The maiden looked at Ares confused. Ares noticed the maiden's confusion and said, "Not you baby," and laid her down on the bed.
"I'll be right back." He went to the restroom where Aphrodite met him inside.
"WHAT in the name of, well me, could you possibly want now?" Ares was frustrated with her constantly popping up on him like he was a child.
"I don't think you really want to do this, Ares."
"Um, come again? I have the sweetest piece of ass on the bed waiting on me freely. What do I NOT want to do? Let me tell you something, if I don't get this release, I'm going to start killing things, and by things, I mean PEOPLE! There are going to be so many dead souls lined up, you will have to help check them in, if you catch drift."
"Ar, I know you're hurting right now, I can feel it, and your breath smells like you had too much nectar, but this one I can't let you do."
"So you expect me to save myself for a woman that's not even mine! Get real, now if you'll excuse me, I have some unfinished business to take care of." Ares tried to push past Aphrodite, but she didn't move.
"Tell you what, let's talk about what happened earlier tonight and if you still feel the same way, I won't stop you from having your way with the babe on the bed." Ares eyed her suspiciously weighing her words.
"Fine, but you have 5 minutes and not a second longer." Aphrodite smiled and materialized them back at Ares' place. Ares made another goblet appear, but Aphrodite took it.
"You've had enough for now." Ares groaned inwardly. She pulled out a pen and paper, put on a pair of glasses and said, "I'm ready," with a stern serious look on her face. Not wasting any time, he began to speak.
"I took your stupid advice and told Xena how I really felt about her. It was going well; we played a game together and she even let me kiss her. Something happened at the gym where she wasn't able to respond. So tonight, I heard her say my name. I appeared to her, and it all went downhill. She blamed me for so much that I couldn't stand to be in the same room with her. So, I kissed her and left."
"First off, it doesn't sound like you took my complete advice. I told you to not only tell her but show her. Have you tried to show her that you love her?" Ares looked down but didn't say a word.
"One thing for sure I can tell you is that she's just as hurt as you are. I can feel it. Bro, we both know you had a major wipe out in the past when trying to get her. And if she brought all that up to you, I can't blame her. From here bro, try to think how you can show the warrior babe that you care for her too. You have a major history to make up for so like I always tell you, be patient." Aphrodite hugged him tightly and gave him a kiss on the cheek.
"I'll always love you," she said smiling. Ares half smiled back.
"Welp, time's up," Ares replied as he stood up looking at a pretend watch on his arm.
"I'll think about what you said...in the morning."
"Wait you're still leaving?" Aphrodite exclaimed. Ares grabbed his crotch, bucked his hips towards her saying "Ima man baby!" and disappeared without a trace. Aphrodite just shook her head in laughter. "Men."
