Gods are real, there are flowers in hell and now we have internet.
Anyway, I’ve got a wardrobe full of clothes that I may never even wear while the God of Death still wears the same black robe everywhere. Even Hypnos changes it up sometimes.
It still surprised me when he told me to get my pajamas on and get ready for a surprise because I thought he was going to get inside my head. I figured I’d leave my regular clothes on for that. Things might get messy. What if I pee my pants from fright? Maybe I might cringe so hard I throw up that outstanding stew he made from the meat of some yeti in the lands of gods knows where.
I’m delightfully surprised when I come back though. Thanatos is wearing not the same black linen robe he usually wears, instead it is a black robe but made in a fluffy consistency, like a snuggy.
Baby steps.
“It's different, isn’t it? Hypnos suggested it.” There was a shyness to his voice I didn’t normally hear, and I liked it, I likedit a lot. He was putting in a different type of effort, one that was obviously out of his comfort zone from the last few days. He showed me what he and his home was like to make me feel comfortable, but this, he was doing this for me.
And it was adorable.
Thanatos in a blanket sweatshirt-thing.
“It looks so comfy! Do I get one?” He pulls one from behind his back, his wings sway from where it hid and I get a beautiful purple one.
“I wasn't sure on the color–”
I grabbed it and gave him a quick hug and put it on. “It's great! I’m a little curious about what we are going to use this for. This isn’t your normal surprise.” I grinned at him, and he looked away, clearing his throat.
Thanatos’ surprises usually comprised books that he called tomes of far-away lands, written in English. One is called Bergarian and their kings and queens. Others are of the Celestial Kingdom, the gods and goddesses and angels that live there. My favorite might be the god Poseidon’s story because his was the least known.
“I thought we would have a movie night? You liked it with my brother. Maybe you would enjoy it with me as well.” He scratched the back of his head.
I bet he was blushing under that hood.
He motioned me to follow him, and we walked down the long hallway. It’s dark, no torches to light the hallway, and I think he purposefully didn’t since I glow now. He checked on me to make sure I’m following him until we reach a curtain at the end of the hall.
He effortlessly opened the curtain with a single, swift swipe. As it swung open, the room revealed itself in all its glory. Luxurious dark crimson couches beckoned, their velvety texture invitingly soft to the touch. The faint aroma of freshly poppedpopcorn teased my nose. Positioned on either side of the couch were two large goblets, filled to the brim with refreshing drinks. The room offered ample space for two people to relax and unwind, a sanctuary of comfort and intimacy.
Oh, my gods it's a date!
A wide smile graced my lips and before I could say anything, Hypnos appeared behind us and pushed us out of the way. “Wow, this is a great set up! You did a great job, brother!” He sits down in the middle of the couch and the popcorn he brought spilled all over the cushions.
As soon as I glance at Thanatos, his eyes ignited with a vibrant intensity, casting a shadow that caused the room’s illumination to diminish. Simultaneously, his wings unfurled, expanding to their full span, while his hands clenched into tight fists, radiating an air of profound determination.
Crap, he’s going to break everything in here.
“Hey Hypnos, I think Thanatos and I are going to have a date night.”
Both men stop breathing and slowly look at me.
“What?” Hypnos asked. “You’re having a what?”
I cleared my throat. “A date night, a movie night. Date usually means two, and Thanatos put all this work into this. I’m not trying to kick you out or anything, it's just—it’s a date.”
Hypnos narrowed his eyes at me. “But you’re watching Harry Potter. That’s our thing.”
I pursed my lips together. It was true; we watched Harry Potter together first. Not unless Thanatos was jealous and trying to erase that memory or something. Ha! He wouldn’t do that would he?
Thanatos crossed his arms.
Shit.
“Hypnos–it's just a movie.”
“He is trying to break our bond, Juniper. He is breaking ourbond.” Hypnos shook his fist.
