Do not wake up the gods of the abyss [Greek mythology]

Artemis has never been a magnanimous goddess. A few years ago, Onius, the king of Calydon, only missed her when offering sacrifices to the gods. In a fit of anger, she sent ferocious wild boars to trample Onius. land.This incident caused a lot of trouble, and Artemis never thought about covering it up for herself. She was hunted down and bullied by Hera since she was a child, and she used such a ruthless method to establish her prestige. What she wanted was to let all beings in the three realms know—— —She, Artemis, the goddess of hunting, is not to be trifled with!

However, the narrow-minded Artemis dared not challenge the mighty Tartarus.The act of giving herself the steps ended in failure, and she could only admit frankly: "Sharp Abyss God, my disguise cannot hide from your eyes. In fact, seeing you here is more surprising than happy to me, but My respect for you is true, please forgive me.

Tartarus nodded and said nothing more.Artemis didn't know whether he was satisfied with her answer, but she was determined not to ask any more questions, lest Tartarus would say something astonishing again, and she couldn't be angry or scolded, so she could only bear it by herself.

Seeing that Artemis' face was still a little weird, Apollo helped her out and said, "God of the Abyss, it just so happens that my sister brought a harp, please let me play a song for you, and express my gratitude."

Apollo's original intention was to fill in for his sister, but as soon as the words were out of his mouth, the corners of Tartarus' mouth twitched.

Tartarus usually had no expression on his face. At first glance, he felt cold and distant, making people afraid to approach him.But when he pursed his lips, his mood changed, and the air around him seemed to become stagnant.The wind is still blowing, the trees are quiet, the flowers and plants are silent, but something is different.The dark tide is always surging under the calm lake surface, but no one dares to try that terrifying horror.

As one of the twelve main gods of Olympus, Artemis, who has been hunting in the deep forest all year round, was frightened by Tartarus' mood swings and chose to keep silent.She couldn't figure out Tartarus' temper, she just felt that this male god from the abyss was really mysterious, and she didn't even know which sentence made him angry, but when he got angry, even the one who was fearless She was terrified.

How could Apollo provoke him?

It's damn dangerous!

This thought came to Artemis' mind again.

Apollo also didn't understand why Tartarus was angry, but he didn't feel the same way Artemis did.He knew Tartarus better. This male god was simple and rude. If he really angered him, he would choose to do it directly.He didn't do anything to them now, but just kept a cold face, as if... sulking?

Apollo had such an absurd thought, and when he thought about what Tartarus said before he got angry, he suddenly realized that the absurdity was the truth.

"Of course, you know, this is an extra thank you gift, and I will leave it after the banquet."

Tartarus blinked, his indifferent expression relaxed slightly.

Apollo smiled and said: "On our way to the medicine field, I have sent messengers back to inform the Muses. Presumably they have prepared a table of delicious food for you, just as you said, there is no vegetable salad, just bake a few more Plate of mutton."

Artemis: ? ? ?

Artemis couldn't figure out what Apollo was talking about, now is the time to say this?Tartarus is obviously in a bad mood, can he be appeased by food?I'm afraid that it will add fuel to the fire later, and if they really fight, the two siblings are no match for the God of the Abyss at all!

However, after Apollo finished speaking, the ice and snow between Tartarus' eyes completely melted.The branches and leaves of the dense green olive trees are shaking, the birds are chirping among the green leaves, and the lavenders that bloom enthusiastically exchange each other's fragrances.

Artemis was even more confused.

So, what is the god of the abyss angry about?

How did Apollo appease him?

Obviously, Apollo didn't intend to answer her confusion, he just smiled and said: "Artemis, thank you for giving me this harp, I like it very much. After returning to the Temple of Light, I will try the harp carefully. I'll give you a chance." Then, he looked at the sky and suggested, "I won't see you off, it's getting dark, it's just right for you to hunt."

The implication is that he did not intend to invite her to the Temple of Light.

Artemis pursed her lips. She and Apollo were deeply in love. She was the one who delivered Apollo at the beginning. Later, they avoided Radon's pursuit and returned to the God Realm together. They worked hard to improve their divine power for the same goal. They knew each other well. , understand each other's intentions.Apollo didn't want her to go to the Temple of Light, and didn't want her to have more contact with the moody abyss god.This is his concern, she understands.But what about himself?

Artemis' eyes flickered, like the softest spring water in spring, with the flexibility unique to water.She couldn't let her younger brother face such a moody abyss god alone.She made up her mind and said resolutely: "I'm tired today, I won't hunt anymore, let me go to your temple to rest."

Apollo was stunned, and for the first time did not understand Artemis' decision.He saw that Artemis was afraid of the Abyss God, and that although the Abyss God was inexperienced, he was very sensitive in known emotions. In order to prevent the two of them from being unhappy again, he wanted to take the Abyss God back to the Temple of Light as soon as possible, and use food to treat him. Reward him.Unexpectedly, Artemis wanted to go with them...

Apollo is rarely indecisive.

"Hurry up," Tartarus began to urge.

Apollo looked at Artemis again, and saw the valiant goddess looking at him, her eyes filled with determination, and she still had some... fighting spirit?

He hesitated for a moment, but decided to respect Artemis' choice: "Then let's go."

On the way back, the atmosphere was indescribably weird.Tartarus didn't like to talk. When they came, Apollo chose to accompany him in silence, and unexpectedly got along well.However, after becoming a threesome, the talkative Apollo took care of Tartarus' emotions and did not speak, and Artemis seemed to be full of thoughts, only Tartarus remained the same, with a cold face and a cold expression , I can't see the joys and sorrows.

When the three gods arrived at the Temple of Light, it was already completely dark.The goddess of the moon, Selene, walks in the starry sky. She sometimes steps on the soft clouds, sometimes catches the thin mist with her hands, and sometimes picks off a star and changes its position.The night sky has become her playground, only the sky with floating light beams is not her favorite, it is not in her play area.

Urania, who is in charge of astronomy and astrology, stubbornly sat on the steps outside the Temple of Light, looking at the beautiful starry sky in the distance.The stone steps at night were soaked in a bit of coolness, and the shadow of the whirling tree tried to touch her graceful figure, but the moment it touched the light, it was no longer a shadow, but also turned into light.

Suddenly, the three gods came out of the night, Urania took a closer look, and saw that the master of the temple had returned!She was so happy that she hurriedly greeted her: "His Royal Highness, you are back!" She saluted Tartarus and Artemis to welcome them.

The other muses also received the report from the white swan and came out to greet them one after another.They surrounded the three gods and welcomed them to the main hall.

As soon as Artemis stepped into the main hall, she expressed the same emotion as Ares: "Apollo, what are you doing with such a big table?" She really couldn't understand, Apollo didn't care about appetite , Nine Muse doesn't seem to be so edible, why do we need such a big table?The well-built Temple of Light, the birthplace of elegant art, is now full of fireworks, which is really indescribably weird.

Before Apollo could figure out how to answer Artemis, Tartarus had already walked to the long table and sat down in front of his favorite dishes.

"Can I start?" He tilted his head and asked Apollo.

Outside the Temple of Light, it was bright.However, in the temple, there were more than a dozen candles lit.When Tartarus looked at Apollo, the candlelight hit his side face, and the warm orange light softened the contours of his face, showing a bit of innocence and peace.

Being watched by Tartarus like this, Apollo's heart was unexpectedly peaceful, and he nodded, letting Tartarus enjoy the food to his heart's content.

Tartarus was not polite, and with Apollo's approval, he no longer waited for the two gods, and started with the roast mutton he was looking forward to most, and swept the entire table.

Artemis was stunned, and Tartarus gave her an answer with actions—this table was prepared for him.

Artemis, who learned the truth, was even more worried. She didn't know when Apollo and Tartarus had a relationship, and she even figured out Tartarus' preferences, and she also liked him. The layout of the main hall has been changed.It all happened so suddenly that she couldn't accept it.Especially Tartarus' eccentric temper, and his grievances and conflicts with Zeus, Apollo didn't consider it, but she had to consider it for him.

Seeing that the five plates of roast mutton lined up on the dining table were all empty, Artemis said: "It seems that the god of the abyss likes to eat roast mutton very much. Apollo, we must treat him well. You stay here, and I Go tell the Muse to roast a few more plates of mutton and bring them up."

In fact, Artemis did not need to do this little thing by himself. Apollo saw that she had other meanings, and shook his head at her, signaling that she did not need to cover up too much in front of the Abyss God.Artemis didn't seem to understand, and strode out.

After a while, Apollo heard Artemis calling him outside the temple: "Apollo, the messenger Hermes has come, and he has brought a message from Zeus, the king of gods. Come out quickly!"

Apollo didn't quite believe that Hermes would come by such a coincidence, but he responded to Artemis' call and walked out of the main hall.

Sure enough, there was only Artemis with a dignified expression in the courtyard, and there was no sign of Hermes at all.

Seeing Apollo coming out, Artemis hurriedly pulled him to the colonnade, lowered his voice and asked, "Apollo, what on earth are you thinking, to get so close to the god of the abyss! He made a big fuss about Zeus." Don’t you know our father god? He must have hated this primitive god! Yes, he has nothing to do with this male god, but he can vent his anger on you! If you associate with the god of the abyss, he will Help you achieve your wish? I'm afraid that when he returns to the abyss, you will be sent down by God the Father! Everything we have done before will come to naught!"

Apollo knew that Artemis was in a hurry, and she always liked this when she was in a hurry, not giving others a chance to speak.He accepted this concern, and after silently listening to Artemis' rebuke, he said softly: "I know the stakes, and I never thought he could help me."

After hearing this, Artemis felt even more unbelievable. How could Apollo have done such a thing if he hadn't been carried away?For him, making friends with Tartarus would be harmful but not beneficial. This is not like his usual cautious style!

"You..." Artemis still wanted to persuade him, but he pressed his index finger against his lips.

He won't let her talk anymore.

He told her that he had a reason for doing so: "Artemis, you once told me that we were unwanted twins, unwelcome gods. I never felt that way. I just knew, wanted to If you want something, it is unreliable to rely on others, you have to fight for it yourself. But Artemis, he is different, he does not need me to plot against him. When he learned that I picked water roses to save Zeus, he would Considering my situation; when I learned that the Plant God could not restore my medicine field, he would grab the bottle of life for me. He treated me with sincerity, shouldn't I return his sincerity?"

Apollo asked a question, but Artemis knew that his actions were the answer.There was light in his eyes, a light of determination.Just like back then, he told her that he would replace Zeus and create their era.

She believed him.

And some envy him.

Hearing what he said, what Tartarus gave him was indeed a pure and rare kindness.It is a blessing to have such a friend.

Artemis was about to change his words and let Apollo treat Tartarus better, but he heard a voice like ice and snow: "You guys, are you done?"

Oops, it's the God of the Abyss!

Artemis' complexion changed drastically.

How much has he listened?

Thinking of the lame excuse I just used, what if the arrival of the envoy, Zeus's message, was misunderstood by the God of the Abyss? !