My Rotty Pieces

Why Me?

SOFIA'S P.O.V.

Jericho & Hera were the only ones who truly haven't accepted me, the others were civil with me but those two were superficial. Hera as always belittles me every chance she gets as for Jericho he assaulted me twice. The first time I managed to fight back with Poseidon's interference. The second I wasn't lucky, Hades & Poseidon were elsewhere doing their tasks as well as their sisters too. Demetria was like a mother figure to me, she told me all those horrid days they went through. Of course about their awful parents, especially about being swallowed by Cronus, ugh! To think Hades was younger than Demetria, yet he was the one who took care of them. I don't know what intentions Rhea had to hide Zeus even though in the end he had rescued them. Therefore, Cronus had declared war on them with Rhea still by his side. Talk about two-faced b***h! I already know that Hades & his siblings eventually defeat the Titans yet I zipped my lips. How exactly? I was vague on the details. Hestia kind of pampers me like a doll, giving fancy yet beautiful comfy clothes. Elegant hairdos & taught me how to do natural makeup without being too gaudy. Hades spends time with me by either fixing the time-machine. Or being in the library, he taught me basic Greek & stuff. He was like a handsome nerd with fascinating blue eyes. The way his eyes glows even brighter seeing an unknown gadgets of the machine. How he narrates the stories of old stories or whenever I tell him about 21st century. I would blush red whenever he catches me staring at him. But instead of teasing or reprimanding me he would smile softly then pats my head. He was still protective of his siblings & he was disappointed at me for rejecting his brother, Poseidon. Once I explained him the reason why I did, he was speechless. Sighing, I remember when suddenly I started crying about what I did. Hades hugged me to his tall body, I was practically a dwarf size though. Yet I felt at home once he did, he understood my dilemma. As for Zeus, jeez, I feel extremely flustered whenever come face to face. I would either start stuttering a bit as his blue eyes gleam with mischief. Even his kind of sexy smirk would make my knees wobbly. Poseidon, well, I do feel guilty for rejecting him, but he is an immortal. He never misbehaved with but treated me like a princess. He would stumble with his words everytime I smiled at him. He would blush a bit by giving me gifts. He was like a big goofball, an adorable one. I really did like him but we weren't meant to be. I was jostled to my senses when I was pushed harshly on the ground. Before I could recover a strong scrawny hand grips my neck which knocked the wind out of me.

CREEPY VOICE:(Sneers)"So, bi*ch, finally showed your true colors eh? Pretending to lead Poseidon at the altar then you drop him. I knew that you were nothing but a pretentious hussy."

I tried to break free from his grasp but as usual I was helpless. I know that he was still sore about when he tried to paw me, so I managed to hit him where the sun can't shine, again. But the creep was persistent, before I could run he grabs my foot causing me to face-plant on the floor. Ugh, that really hurt my poor nose. I scream as Jericho yanks my head back by clutching my hair. I couldn't help shudder as he brings his face close to mine, glowering.

JERICHO:(Sneers)"Don't even think about getting away from me, you slut. No one is s here to save your insignificant hide."(I tried to push him back but he pins me down)"You should've never existed no matter where you came from."

He smirks evilly as he looks about then with a jerk he hauls me to my feet. Still pulled me by hair causing me to whimper. Definitely gonna get bald from where he is holding my head. My eyes widen once I figure out what this psycho intends to do. Right now we were standing by the balcony of the building about 3 stories drop. If ones fall from that height my bones shall shatter. Trust me Rita taught me & Jamal physics for she was a teacher once.

JERICHO: "Imagine how poetic your demise shall be, mortal. Aww, a mere mortal girl who had cruelly rejected a sea god, couldn't handle the guilt so eventually commits suicide."

SOFIA: "Fine, I do feel guilty about that because we were not meant to be. Like you say, he is a god I'm a common human being, we won't last long."

Below me I could only see a few people going about their normal routine. But a young couple somehow glance up & notice my unusual predicament. Because half my body was practically leaning over, with Jericho behind me. Soon a small crowd starts to gather around. Suddenly he pushed me over yet my hands manages to grab the rails. I could hear the murmurs of alarm below despite the distance. My body literally froze in numbness refusing to budge an inch. I wasn't exactly afraid of heights but because of the present danger.

JERICHO:(Grits his jaw)"Just die already, bi**h. End it already."

His foot stomps on my fingers relentlessly, try as I may to hang on. I knew I was failing as through my tears I can see his evil expression of triumph. I hate him. I was about to black out due to pain, not sure whether I would be rescued. My consciousness gave away due the pain on my fingers, I relented. Soon between consciousness I could hear familiar voices, two men & a woman arguing.

VOICES: "For God's sake, calm down, brother."

"Calm down? Calm down, you say, I told something seemed odd about where Hera had sent us." "I know, brother, we figured that part out. Zeus taking care of it." "As if, you know Jericho shall walk out unscathed again, Hades, I'm worried about Sofia. It's been 5 hours when will she wake up?" "She will awake soon her wounds have been taken care of."

Hades, Poseidon & Demetria, were with me? Gosh, I must look horrible right now. Ugh, my body feels like it got hit by a truck. Slowly opening my eyes I see their faces filled with concern.

DEMETRIA: "Oh, thank goodness, little one, your are awake."

She gently pats my head, she treats me like a baby sister. Before I could say anything Poseidon pulls me in for a hug, he buried his face against my shoulder. Awkward, jeez, not in front of them. Next I feel something wet on my shoulder, wha!?

SOFIA: "Er, Poseidon?"

His body starts to trembling a bit, I glance helplessly at Hades who simply shrugs.

POSEIDON:(Sniffing)"I'm sorry, Sofia, so so sorry! I shouldn't have left you alone with that maniac. I swore to protect you no matter what."

I awkwardly pat his back gently, my face flushing. Jeez, what a softie! A sudden jolt of pain from my hands made me wince. Seeing both my hands covered in bandages made me frown. I glance at Hades as he grimaces.

HADES: "You're lucky that there are no broken bones just that your hands were bruised, quite badly though."

A flash of my memory comes back as I remember how Jericho stomps on my hands.

DEMETERIA:(Sighs)"Fortunately, Zeus arrived just in time before anything bad happened. He pushed Jericho away & pulled you up just as you passed out. It was Mercury who sent us about your predicament."

SOFIA: "W...What? Zeus saved me!?"

POSEIDON:(Nods slowly)"The rest of us arrived shortly after that. Not sure whether that scum was punished or not."

I lowered my head, biting my lips, thinking about how Zeus saved me again.

DEMETERIA: "Well, we still have to complete our training, let's go, brother, no more nagging. Besides Hades is here."

HADES: "I'll join you in a moment just have to recheck my inventory."

Reluctantly, Poseidon left but I could feel his gaze on me. I kept my head low, my mind wandering here & there. I could hear Hades bustling about muttering to himself. A few minutes later he sat next to me, but I didn't look up.

HADES: "Are you alright, little one? Tell me if you are still feeling any discomfort."

He places his hand on my head, his warm body next to me. As if a dam suddenly broke inside of me, I wrap my hands around Hades's waist. His body stiffens since I was practically sitting on his lap. I bury my head against his chest as I sniffle loudly. Slowly I feel his fingers through my hair & his other arm around my body.

SOFIA: "I don't know how long I can take it, Hades. I mean why me, what did I do that he always targets me? I can understand Hera's hostility towards me. I mean I know that I'm an outsider but I try to be as inconspicuous as possible. I mean I would never hurt anyone nor I asked to be here...I!?"

HADES:(Pulls me closer)"Shush, don't belittle yourself, love, it's not your fault. To me having you here is kind of like a blessing in disguise."

SOFIA: "Is it because I came from the future or my time-machine?"

His lips twitches as if stifling his smile yet I can see amusement in his blue eyes.

SOFIA:(Pouts)"You are exasperating at sometimes, Hades."

He starts chuckling loudly, his arms still around me. Just then a servant enters to inform Hades that Zeus request his presence.

HADES: "Well, duty calls, Sofia, now if you need anything just send Inupi, it will take a few days for your hands to heal. Don't worry about your machine, besides you did say that 80% is fixed. Right?"

I nod drying my tears, not sure how but Hades somehow managed to provide enough materials. I'm skeptical whether the machine shall restart or not. Then I feel something warm besides my lips, I gape at Hades wide-eyed. He sometimes does kiss me but either on my cheeks or forehead. Poseidon merely pecks my lips but never went further. I feel my cheeks heat up as soon as Hades leaves. Hades is attractive no doubt like his brothers, but way out of my league. Duh, I'm not that naive.