Hermes
Despite Paige's brave words, I sensed her fear behind them. I'd leapt too fast to get her working with my element and it had backfired in my face.
If it wasn't for my speed, Zeus would've fried us both back there.
Too close for my comfort. I had an obligation to keep her safe or not only was she doomed but everyone else as well. I couldn't deal with that on my conscience. For the first time in my life, I was at a loss for words.
"Hermes?" She touched my arm. But I didn't deserve her comfort. I'd been reckless and it had nearly cost the most precious thing in the world to me. Her.
"Yeah, give me a minute." I scrubbed a hand down my face. Sure I was a god but Zeus was king of us all for a reason.
He was the first generation from Kronos and had a lot more power than the rest o
