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The atmosphere felt heavy. Dust hanging in the air, blood splattered in the battered soil, and the feeling of something wrong. 

Catra was lying on the messy ground, with no idea what the hell happened. She just remembered waking up as usual, grooming herself and having a royal assembly. The usual kind of morning routine for a princess like her. After all, she cares deeply for the Queendom of Lesbos Island, taking all her tasks as member of royalty to heart. So why is she on this fucking ground, almost eating dirt ?

Her head hurt so much, which isn't a great help to recover her senses. She finally sat up straight with a grunt. Was that ashes she could smell ? Worse, it smells like … death. Catra already knows this. She already lived this, a long time ago. Memories of the trauma helped her to recover faster ,boosting adrenaline right into her system. What she saw was a pure vision of horror. 

Athena’s temple in front of her looks intimidating, towering over her as if ready to crush her soul, surrounded by a dark sky. The kind of sky after a war, a massacre. A murder of crows dances high into the sky, under the hidden sun, cawing on a dark song. Catra raises her head, her gaze meeting Athena's statue. She could swear, the statue had a real stare. Like she was looking at her with barely contained anger. Are stone statues supposed to have a soul ? Catra wasn't able to look away. These cold and strong eyes were so magnetic. This is so scary .

What time is it ? Everything is so confusing.

Catra moved back and accidentally touched something slack and cold . She slowly turned her head, afraid of seeing what she accidentally touched, her heart beating a frantic rhythm in her chest. The princess already had an idea, but she prayed to all the gods. Please, don’t tell me that’s a …       

She backed off instinctively. This is exactly what she feared. A dead body. She immediately recognized one of Athena's temple priestesses. With a gasp, she looked around her. This is so horrible . Everyone was dead. No living soul left, only blood everywhere; the ground, corpses, even on herself, dark stains on her clothes. She tried to check her wounds… which were not existing. She doesn't really know what to think about the fact that the blood on her wasn’t hers, and she couldn’t get the head to cooperate, thoughts jumbled together in an incoherent mess. A new wave of pain rolled through her head as an annoying man yelled, voice laced with authority. 

“Hey don’t move ! You are under arrest !” 

The heavy step sounds of a group of armed men filled the place. Catra didn’t have time to move her little finger, damned pain, that this group attached her wrists and punched her. Back to the ground, yay. Isn’t she eating enough dirt already ? She used her last bit of strength to face her enemies. 

“- HEY ! Who the hell are you ?! Free me right now, order of your princess, future Queen of Lesbos !”

"-Ooh, princess.”, a familiar voice teased from the group of soldiers. “- My, my, what a sad position you have ! Don’t you know ? You’re not a princess anymore. Not since you killed all of these innocent people without any mercy.” 

Hordak. This son of a bitch. She always hated him. What a great occasion to hate him even more.

Catra was confused, but she quickly understood by seeing her worst enemy. Oh no. A coup. She knew it would happen, she sensed it this whole time, since the beginning. But no one took her seriously. And now, here we are. She is trapped. Next time, maybe people should listen better to her ? Just a suggestion, not a big deal, duh.    

She took a deep breath. She needs to reverse the situation. She didn’t do anything, she didn't kill anyone in this place. Didn't she ?  

“-Oooh Hordak. I didn’t do anything. My people know me, and will believe me. But you… let me doubt. Is this your only way to take power ? By trapping people ? You are so… low”  She found enough energy to grin, defiantly looking at this creep.

Hordak laughed loudly. This was not supposed to be funny, this shit was so annoying. 

“- But I don’t need folk approval, princess. What you did made the Gods furious. How dare you kill the temple’s people ? This is too late for you. You are damned ! The matriarchy is over, little ex-princess. The power is for men.”

Catra wanted to protest. She also wanted to resist, to fight. For her Queendom, for her people. She knows how matriarchy is controversial and makes many crybabies angry, but Lesbos must not become a patriarchy, even less with a man like Hordak. He is dangerous, these people will have their freedoms removed. Her family worked so hard to get equality. That's not perfect, okay, but really better than other places. The land is prosperous, thanks to many people's sacrifices, in particular her family…

She opened her mouth, but something heavy hit her head. 

Everything went dark. Is this the end ?

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The sun sat high in the sky. A perfect sunny day, with a wonderful and warm atmosphere. A regular occurence, here in Olympus, where perfect days are the norm. Still, Adora will enjoy this little pleasure every day of their long and infinite existence. Life could be boring for some divinities since it doesn’t seem to end, but it was not the case for them. After all, Adora is the Divinity of wine, pleasure of life, disinhibition and queerness. Some would say they are insane, but in reality, they were but a free spirit. Also, what's the point with insanity ?

They took their usual glass of wine and stepped forward on their balcony. The view is perfect to survey what is happening in this peaceful place. Well, peaceful for now. Gods and Goddesses alike have some tendencies to snap at each other, mainly for trivial reasons. “This is life for straight and serious people”, Adora thinks. “This is absolutely not for me. Good for me, though.”

Sipping their best Grand Cru, they cannot resist observing others’ business. Funny how everyone has their own tiny routine, like a ritual. A few centuries ago, this behavior was frowned upon, considered too “human” according to Divinities. Ironically, everyone adopted this way of life pretty fast. Same deal with the concept of sleeping, more centuries before, that was seen as something "weak", making them vulnerable. No wonder that everyone was tense at this time, creating several arguments.

Of course, as one would expect, Aphrodite had her own skin routine. But she also gave into her own guilty pleasure of eating some delicious human fruits, while secretly sneaking glances at Hestia. Adora always smiles fondly at them, being the only one aware of their strong secret relationship. Especially being the one who is helping them both come together.

Coming back from Hell and Hades arms, Persephone softly walked on the streets, flowers blooming after her. An annual event which presumes Spring return on Earth.

Chronos was missing, surely somewhere on the space-time continuum.

Ares and Apollo met at the bodybuilding room together, comparing their muscles and skills. Such an homoerotic vibe, but they both will never admit it.

Speaking of fitness routine, Athena was supposed to do her own, in her room, but she was unexpectedly missing. Maybe somewhere, on duty. No one was averted.

Something else unusual happened afterwards. Adora heard yelling, far away on the main place. Someone sounded so …angry. This could be another bickering between a divinity and another one, but Adora didn't recognize the voice. No, they definitely know their peer's voices, something different is happening, kind of unique. To get a better view, Dionysus decided to descend the common, filling their glass of wine at the same time.

Putting their elbows on the marble fence, they sipped their glass as the sassy gossip emby they are. This scene seemed so interesting. Apparently, the last bunch of damned humans had arrived, but one of them was really not happy to be here. It was a woman, and… omg, think Adora, are humans supposed to be this beautiful and cute ?? Adora blushed so hard at the vision of this gorgeous image, that they almost dropped their glass.

The young woman had voluminous and curly brown hair, with two lighter locks of hairs, on both sides of her perfect face. A red crown stands out her forehead, followed by strange and cute cat ears. The angrier she got, the more the little woman's ears and tail waved. This contrast between her swearing and her smolless was really cute.

The girl was obviously a magicat, that Adora thought disappeared forever. What an honor to see one of the very last ones in the universe. Then, something strong got their attention, something almost captivating. The magical girl had two wonderful eyes. One had the blue of the most beautiful seas, the other was yellow like the most precious gold of the universe. This was stunning, and Adora is so gay for this. Despite her feline silhouette, she seemed so tired, and restricted. This last point surely comes from these heavy handcuffs used in Olympus, covering her wrists and forearms.

Also, something was so strange about this scene. Humans are not supposed to move this firmly on the Olympus, damned souls meant to feel too heavy of culpability to even have an idea of rebellion. They used to be in a passive shape, almost empty. This is not normal. What if this cutie was not supposed to be sent here ?

Adora decided to step down the huge stairs, following the main place, always with this glass of wine, which is a part of their character. The more they got closer, the most details about their new crush was perceptible. The magicat's outfit was luxurious, more than ordinary noble, and lighter, supposing she's a fighter. Cutie girls who can fight and stab them ? Yeah, Adora is totally into this. But also, she had a lot of … blood. Is this hers ? Is this wonderful woman wounded ? She had bruises through her body, making Adora feel their heart tighten.

They heard her yelling.

"Let me go, this is an error, I was trapped ! Let me see Athen .."

Brutally halting her sentence, an Olympus guard used their staff, hurting her right into the abdomen. Laying on the ground after this rough smack, the mortal coughed blood. She seemed frailed, not able to stand up.

Another guard raised their weapon, willing to hurt the girl even more, but Adora showed up right on time, blocking the movement. By seeing them, the guards immediately dropped a knee on the ground, kicking mechanicaly their torso in a same movement, in a perfect symbiosis. Adora's face seemed impassive, but they relished this feeling of power and influence, right in front of this falling beauty. They bent over the girl down, assisting her to sit down.

With their hand, Adora softly uplifted her face, while they're whispering.

"Hey you… "

Presenting their glass of wine with a tender gaze and diving their eyes into hers, they mechanically murmured

"You can drink, you can feast ''

Instinctively, the magicat took a sip, giving her a bit of strength. Her eyes took Adora's, allowing the Divinity to lose themself and dissociate for a few seconds, in these magnificent eyes.

"There's beauty in your beast" slowly whispered Adora.

Their tone was so low that they thought the young girl wouldn't even hear them, yet her blush showed that she absolutely heard everything.

Adora blushed harder.

What did I just say ? Adora gay panicked. They picked the girl up on their arms quickly and strongly, then stated to the soldiers, speaking loudly, clearing their throat

"Hm I mean, I'm taking her ! I chose her, for…, hm, you know !"

Then said with a threatening tone,

"And don't even dare touch even a hair of her pretty face, or you will suffer from my wrath. Is that clear ?"

Adora doesn't even know her name, but they can feel a strange and strong bond between this tiny cat girl and her.

***

What the fuck just happened?

Catra was just trying to survive from this shitting situation, where no one listened to her, was mercilessly kicked, and then ? A tall gorgeous Blondie, wearing only a kind of white sheet, with only a boob covered, just kidnapped her ? Come on, she was on Olympus lands for what, only 10 minutes ? Why is this place so chaotic ? She already hates this.

And who was this stranger ? According to the guards, they seemed to be a very important person… Maybe a god ? A goddess ? Who knows, she didn't recognize the Divinity at all. The only tall cocky Blondie she knew is Apollo. Or it could be Zeus, tricking her with georgous boobies. Both options didn't please Catra. At all. Also, where were they going ?

They entered a gold and white edifice, huge. Catra waited to be far enough from the strange guards to use her claws. A man wanted to take her ? No fucking way.

She used her claws on the stranger's back, so hard so they could drop her. But it didn't work.

"LET ME GO, WHO THE HELL ARE YOU, YOU DAMNED CREEP ??! "

Ouch, she yelled too hard, head pain is back again. She moaned, feeling her wounds hurt her more.

"Outch, please calm down Kitty, I don't want to hurt you at all. Hey are you okay ?"

The blondie seemed genuinely worried. They got faster and entered a huge room, full of colorful chairs, sheets, and other fabrics. The subdued lights, some soft waterfall, cushion… everything incite relaxation. Suddenly, the strong blond put Catra with only hand in the middle of a very soft couch, which is a lectus. She wanted to move but her whole body was hurting. She watched the blondie bring out some tools and medicine from under the couch.

"... Why is there med stuff under a lectus ?”

“Oh" answered the blondie "that's usually for aftercare."

"After care for … what ?" Asked Catra, dreaded about the answer.

The blondie became more flirty and cocky.

"Well, you know, sweaty bodies against other sweaty bodies, both very hot, kind of naked which is a very sportive activity, full of pleasure … " 

They took Catra's hand, kissing it, while they gave her a warmed look. "Do you need a demonstration, cutie ? "

This gaze made Catra blush so hard that she felt her cheeks burned. This is exactly what she thought, what happened on the couch she was laying? Multiple images came to Catra's head, not calming her cheeks. She quickly removed her hand from the Blondie's.

"N-no ! I'm not selling my body, and I don't even know who the hell you are !"

Catra draws a small dagger she always hides on her shoes. Small but sharp. Dangerous. She quickly put it right under the stranger's chin.

"And you better not lie, handsome."

The Blondie blushed at the word "handsome". Omg, think Catra, what kind of weirdo is this ? Come one, I'm treating you, you're not supposed to appreciate it !

"Hey, hey, sweet honey ! Sorry, it was maybe too much. I'm the Divinity Dionysus, also named Adora. I would love it if you can use neutral about me, but I'm still fine with every pronoun."

Catra raised an eyebrow. Dionysus? The Divinity of Wine and drunk people ? The god with a huge beard, disturbing public order ? This is absolutely not the handsome person fronting her.

"I don't believe you. I said no trick ! "

Catra increases the pressure of the dagger. A tiny cut appears, with a thin trickle of blood.

"I swear ! Ugh, why don't I have my attributes when I need it the most ? Drop your tiny knife, and I will show it to you, okay ?"

"Is this a pervert way to say you will uncover yourself even more ? "

Catra glanced on the uncovered part of Adora's breasts. She won't be against seeing more tho … this is not, however, the moment for this.

"No ! Sorry for hitting on you, believe me I won't do anything to you without your consent."

Catra's eyes catched Adora's. These beautiful eyes she already spotted when they picked her first. Blue like the sky, while sunny days. Catra didn't have a specific favorite color before. Now if you dare ask, this would definitely be Adora's eyes. She doesn't see any lie or bad intentions in these puppy eyes. Catra comes to her senses, and shakes her head. She wanted to take the risk. After all, if this handsome one betrayed her, she wouldn't be lower, right ?

She dropped her weapon, letting it on the ground. Adora smiled at her.

"Hey, thank you."

Then, they raised their hands and head, a huge light coming from her lighted the room up. After a second, a waistband with a big and beautiful embroidery with Dionysus symbols appears on them. A golden impressive staff appeared on their left hand. This was the Thryse, an unique and gorgeous scepter with a fir cone on its top. On their right hand, a new … glass of wine. There is no doubt anymore : this handsome person behind her was Dionysus.

While they held the Thryse, Adora’s eyes literally glowed. This was such a powerful look. Catra was speechless. Wow.

For a few seconds, Adora had an impassive expression, something so divine. Then they focused on Catra, taking back an adorable face, with their cute big eyes.

"Oh hm ! Let me explain ! So this is my main staff, which is called the Thryse ! That's my main attribute, even if I tend to use the glass of wine more, but you know …"

They were about doing a whole presentation about everything. Catra already knew barely everything, but she let this goofy doing the job. They are so cute, why would she interrupt them ? She beholds them, taking a comfy position. She was about to dream awake, while Adora shook their hand in front of her. Woopsi.

"Hey ? My lady ? Are you still here ? Sorry I was surely bored so you were about to fall asleep, haha."

"Oh ! No, sorry ! You're not boring at all, I just already know everything you just told me."

"Wait, you already know all of these things but you let me continue?"

They seemed so upset, but in a cute way. Adora put their Thryse on the floor, making them less glowing. Surely more comfortable for everyone.

"How do you know everything about a divinity you just met, already? That's not really a knowledge accessible for everyone on earth."

Oh, so it's her time to ✨shine✨. Catra took a glorious pose while she was revealing who she really is.

"Oh, this comes from my royalty instructions. I'm a princess."

Adora looked at Catra with googly eyes and made a kind of dramatical reference.

"Oh my, this is such an honor to guest a princess behind my walls ! Please pardon me for my last idiocies."

Catra laughed. She was supposed to be the one who should show the most respect. This dummy divinity was genuinely impressed.

"You're literally a divinity, I'm a simple mortal you know. Nothing exceptional. Also I've lost my Queendom so I guess I'm nothing now. Oh and, my name is Catra. Ex-princess of Lesbos."

Catra looked away, grieved. Yep, she lost her country in the dumbest way. She was trapped like a beginner, while she was literally raised to avoid this kind of accident. She is blaming herself so much she didn't spot Adora's look. A déjà-vu look, a revelation, like they already heard their name somewhere. But where ?

Adora gently took Catra's hand, smiling softly to her.

"Hey, nice to meet you, Princess Catra of Lesbos. To me, you still are a princess. No matter what happened. I'm sure you're worthy, and that you will fight to take back your land. You're capable, strong, and so clever. Do not call yourself this badly, okay ?"

Catra smiled back at them, glaring right on their incredible eyes. She is so lucky, divinities are barely known to be cruel and without any consideration for mortals. But this one.. just the sweetest.

Adora opens their arms.

"Hey, wanna hug ?"

Catra looked right on Adora's semi-covered breast while she blushed so hard. Oh wow, does she deserve this much free serotonin?

Adora remarked Catra's gaze.

"Oh hm sorry, sometime I forget that you all humans are very chaste, I should cover my breast."

Adora didn't have time to move and Catra dived right on their arms.

"No. I'm fine, whispered Catra."

This embrace was exactly what she needed. Adora's skin was so soft and smelt so good. Finally something soft after all of this mess. She let her go, tears coming to her eyes, and uncontrollably cried. Her nerves were frayed and could only cling to Adora's arms. Adora softly smiled and tightened the hug. She gently whispered to Catra's ears.

"There, there … you went through a lot of things, princess… Please, cry all you need. I'm here, all for you. Take your time."

It tooks maybe 5min for Catra to really let all her frustration and sadness out. She finally calms her breathing, feeling so light and free.

"Are you feeling better ? Also, I'm really sorry if I made you uncomfortable later… I will stop this, promise."

"No" whispered Catra" I … I'm okay with this. Please don't stop."

This made Adora confusing. Are they really allowed to flirt with this cute girl ? Does she appreciate them ? Adora node to themself. Nah, they never succeeded at anything about crush, they never loved back. It wouldn't change today. They won't expect something back, that's the best for everyone. As well, if the cute princess wasn't against a few flirts …

"don't stop crushing you between my boobs or don't stop being sassy ? "

Adora expected her to push them back, red from head to toes, embarrassed. But instead of this, she hugged them harder, hiding her blushing.

"... Both… but it's not because I like you, uh."

Adora lived the present moment with a peaceful mood. Then, they noticed how hard their heart was pounding on their chest. What if she hears ?

Embarrassed, she slowly pushed back Catra, clearing their throat, quickly finding an excuse to change the subject.

"Well ! Hm, .. W-What if I treat your wounds now, hm ?"

Catra didn't answer and was like a puppet. She fell asleep while she was in Adora's arms.

That was so adorable.

Adora lied Catra down on the couch and let her sleep while she begins to treat her bruises and clean her skin. She really seemed to go through hell. While cleaning her neck, something catched Adora's eyes. There is a strange mark. They felt their own heart stop. They know this mark. It was not a good presage.

Catra got Hades' mark.

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Catra slowly woke up. She felt like she had a horrible nightmare, followed by a wonderful dream. According to her memory, she was beaten by furious guards, right before being saved by a handsome divinity, with golden hairs, magnificent eyes, and soft skin. She also remembers something … wet. But hot. Omg , think Catra, did I do anything intimate with them ?

Catra tried to figure out what was a reality and what was just a dream, while Adora suddenly opened the door. This made Catra hissing by surprise.

"Ah Catra ! You're awake ! I prepared some food for you,... Well, I tried! … Wait, why did you just hiss at me ? Oh no… did you lose your memories ? 

Adora seemed really concerned while walk toward Catra and put the platter full of food on the table next to Catra

"I …" Catra was for sure confused by her early wake up, but still not an amnesiac.

Adora moves fastly ahead of Catra, panicked. She lifted her hand right in front of Catra's face.

"Catra, HOW MANY FINGERS DO I HAVE ?"

"... Adora." 

" Yes ?"

Catra raised an eyebrow.

"Oh ! You remind my name !" Saying Adora, with a happy voice and a huge grin. You didn't lose your memory, right ? "

That was also the first time Catra called them by their name. This secretly made Adora happy, warming their chest. For some people, it would be insignificant, but Adora is a divinity. Being called by their name makes them more accessible, maybe more … human ? Adora didn't know yet what to think about this little step forward, they kept their joy for themself. Well, they are trying. Miserably .

Their looks crossed, and Catra immediately looked away, blushing and flustering.

"I…."

Looking embarrassed, Catra replaced some hairs behind her ear. She has a question but … it was so embarrassing… should she really ask this ? 

"Hm, I …I-  I just need to know something…"

"Anything princess! Ask me !"

Catra lowered her gaze, playing with her own fingers to distract her embarrassment.

"Did we … you know … hm …"

Catra's blush on her checks increased while she continued her question. She took a huge breath in.

"... Hm, did we … sleep together ?"

The last part was so low that Adora had to move closer to Catra. This abrupt face to face, so close, made Catra yelp and jumped by surprise.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to surprise you, but I didn't hear well, could you repeat please ?"

"did we … have .. you know …"

Then, Adora immediately got it. They contained the tentation of using a teasing voice. They failed.  

"Have sex ? " Suggested softly the divinity, with a teased voice.

Catra hid her face on a cushion, trying to cover her very red face. She is feeling so dumb, but she had to know.

Adora took a kinky glare.

"Oh wooow Kitty ! Sooo, did you just have a wet dream about me ? This is very interesting…"

Catra would like to bury herself on the ground, hiding herself forever. She grumbled on the cushion.

"This is so embarrassing…"

"Were we completely naked ? I need every details ~"

Catra threw the cushion on Adora.

"NO WAY YOU PERVERT "

Adora laughed so hard. They feel genuinely touched knowing that Catra could dream about them two. Also it was so fun to make this little human flustering, it was so cute. Especially because of her tail and ears, waving due to her embarrassment. They would take every kind of occasion to trouble them, making their heart burn with joy.

"Haha okay okay ! I surrender." Said dramatically Adora, raising her two hands.

Calming her bombing heart, Catra slowly anchored back into reality. Feeling no any hurt, she checked each centimeter on her skin and saw nothing left. All the bruises, cuts and blood was gone. Was the bullying part also a dream ? Still, some red stain on her clothes catched her attention. Well, this might really happen. Now she is totally awake with a clear mind, Catra realized that the …physical part with Adora was really just a dream. She felt like an idiot, why did she ask her if it was real or not ? So embarrassing . 

Adora noticed Catra while she inspected her skin.

"Oh ! Yeah, you slept like a cute baby, so I took the opportunity to clean your skin and heal any wound you had. Sorry it's not perfect and your clothes are still dirty, I didn't want to release it without your permission."

Adora wrestled on the couch, waiting for Catra yelling or any sign of protest but she didn't do anything like this. Because Catra felt actually touched. That's the first time someone gave her so much attention, and in a perfect way, concerning her consent.

Catra kept her stare to them without saying a word, making Adora nervous.

"Oh, hm, sorry, maybe I did something wrong, .."

"Adora, it's okay. You did a good job" smiled Catra.

Adora's look was lighted up by the praised words.

" Oh ! Great, great ! Maybe you would need to take a little shower ? "

"That's actually a good idea, I'm feeling dirty" she gave a nice smile to Adora "better than before I slept, though, thank you"

Adora gave her smile back, relieved that they did things well. She sat next to Catra.

"I also need to clean my clothes, but …" Catra smiled. Okay, that's her turn to be cocky. Let's see how far she could go to make this handsome blush. She took her warmest voice. " I don't have any change. Do you have something for me, or …" she moved, getting closer to Adora "maybe I would walk without anything on my skin ?"

That was instantly. This dork blushed. Catra knew she disturbed Adora. Why would she stop ? This is so funny. That's her own little revenge, and she won't step back. She sat on Adora's knees. Which is pretty bold for a human toward a divinity, but she was too far on this flirty game to even care.

" You could wear one of my clothes, it will suit you so well '' murmured Adora, looking at Catra's lips. These beautiful and looking delicious lips. Would be a shame to not taste it … just a little bite...

"These which let everyone see a part of your breast ? Admit it, you would looove to see me that way "

Omg yes, they would absolutely love. Mainly because to Adora, Catra would look like a real Goddess, a powerful and wonderful one. 

Adora lifted their hand on Catra's cheek. Their lips were so close to Catra's…

"Oh… you know that part is a choice of mine… you can choose to cover everything… or nothing. What about you ? "

They replaced some of her hairs beneath one of her ears.

"What would you choose ?"

Their lips almost touched, while Catra moved, kissing their forehead, playful.

"Well ! You will see !" 

Catra raised quickly, looking for a bathroom, but her whole vision turned confused. She almost felt, until Adora catched up on their arms, concerned.

"Careful ! Sorry I've forgotten to warn you. I applied very strong med stuff on you. That is supposed to be for Divinities, you know ?"

"Is this the reason the roof is spinning ?" Mumbled Catra, confused.

"Yeah, absolutely! You are a human, your system and body work differently than ours. Sorry, we do not have any humans here, soooo …. No med stuff for you all"

"It's okay … you did your best" while Catra pet their head "good job" 

" Did you just …pet me ? "

Catra freezed while she realized that she just petted a divinity. A fucking divinity. While she is just a mortal. 

"Oh no, sorry I didn't want to disrespect you … I've forgotten for a moment …"

Surprising Catra, Adora smiled at her.

"Oh ! No, no, I was just surprised ! Don't worry it's okay ! I don't have a huge ego, well not this huge, you can act informal with me. Eh, you're with Dionysus, the coolest divinity ever ! I'm not Zeus."

Every occasion of spitting on Zeus was good to take. Because, yeah, even in Olympus this asshole was not appreciated by everyone.

Adora paused, switching from dorky to very shy quickly.

"And hm .. I liked it. What you did. That's cute, eheh"

Afraid of looking like an idiot, they didn't let Catra tell anything else.

" Oh hm, well, bathroom! That was what you were looking for, right ? Let me be your knight for a few seconds, so I can carry you there, totally safely ! "

“Well, go ahead, Handsome” smiled Catra shyly.

Catra put her arms around Adora.shoulder while they bring her like the princess she is. She smiled at them and let herself be brought to a beautiful bathroom, or maybe the right word would be Thermae, at this point. Huge with waterfalls, fountains, and beautiful mosaic frescos, it was for sure stunning, with a delightful steam. The stones of mosaics seemed unreal, bright, and extremely colorful. Narrating stories, these ones were about Dionysus festivities and their band. While Dionysus is always represented as an annoying man with a huge beard and always drunk on Earth, these scenes told a completely different story. The Divinity was not particularly highlighted, but more represented as a part of a group. A beautiful wall art, showing Adora as they really are and deserved to be painted : humble, taking others happiness in high regard. 

Due to the bathroom height, many scenes were portrayed. Catra's eyes moved from one scene to another, depicting a scene celebrating differences on a part of the wall, fronting another one about a kind of peaceful assembly with a beautiful rainbow above everyone. These were just some examples, and according to Catra, watching every detail would take hours .

Adora put Catra very carefully on a kind of sit, and then prepared everything the mortal would need to shower and take a bath. Even more steam filled the room while Adora turned the warm water on. Catra took a long breath in. The pure air charged with essential oils filled her lungs, bringing her a sensation of health.

While Catra was still contemplating the mosaics, Adora came to her, introducing her multiple choices of bath products. Like, almost one hundred different products and scents, most of them unknown by Catra. The magicat was tempted to tell the blondie that was maybe too much , but Adora was so genuinely concerned that it would be a shame to stop them. So she just nodded and listened to them, with a soft smile. According to Adora, they had every scent existing in this universe. Catra couldn't deny it, for sure.

"Oh, and if a scent is missing, I can ask to create a new one, just for you !"

They took Catra's hand, kissing it and winked.

"Everything for my favorite princess, of course"

Catra lightly laughed at this goofy divinity. She didn't need this amount of products, but the attention was cute. Adora left her, so she could take all the time she needed to clean herself, and for once in this incredible adventure, relaxing. The touch of the soft water made her feel so good. What kind of water was produced at the Olympus ? This seems unreal, mostly like these white clouds in the sky that no one can touch. A true paradise. Oh . Maybe she's just dead, and that's actually paradise. Catra sighted. Well, if this whole situation is paradise, she will savor absolutely every moment.

***

Adora was waiting for their princess, in the main room, preparing everything so Catra could eat what they prepared earlier. They don't have an idea about what she liked, or what her favorite food is. Maybe they would better learn which plate is Lesbos speciality? 

They also took this time to think. A lot, actually. About themself, and even more about Carra. They are feeling something towards her, something they never experienced before. It's not the first time they had seen a human in their life, but this one… is really special. She makes Adora feel something warm in their chest. Around her, everything seems better, nicer.

For sure they already have kissed women before her, even had sex with, making their immortality easier in the process. But with Catra… They can feel a kind of bond, making them feel that they need to make her happy, whatever the way. When they saw her on the main place, through damned souls, Adora felt something very powerful at the first sight. This isn't really familiar for them, and they are pretty freaking out. What the hell was this ? Maybe a Magicat specificity, being really attractive . Whatever the reason for this magnetic attraction, Adora wanted to help her, at any cost. Yeah they met her only a few hours ago. And ? People are gay, Micheline. 

Adora let their mind jump from one thought to another, always filled with Catra. Well, it seems like they possibly like the mortal. Which was a very conflictuel situation, since they both are absolutely not from the same world. Even more because she is a human, while they are a Divinity. Pretty sure that's not even allowed …

Few minutes later -okay, maybe more, but Adora's daydream made it feels like time ran-, Catra appeared at the corner of the room entrance, wearing one of Adora's outfits. It was obviously oversized for her, but Catra used some tricks to adapt it to her morphology. Everything captivated Adora's gaze, not able to look anywhere else. She really looked like a goddess, a powerful one. A golden rope was tightened around her waist, probably stolen from one of the bathroom's drapes. Catra played with it, leaning against the room entrance, making it swing between her sharp fingers. She was clearly playing flirty.

"So … what do you think ?" Said Catra with the warmest tone she could have.

Adora's jaws dropped, just able to mumble a few words. They enjoyed every frame of this beautiful picture that Catra is.

"... Breathtaking"

"Hm ? What did you say ? I didn't heard "

Catra moved toward them like she was on a catwalk. Obviously she heard everything well, Magicat ears working very well, but she just wanted to make Adora blush, and tease them. She decided to sit on Adora's thighs, making them her new throne. 

"Soooo …"

She whispered to Adora's ears while she put her arms on Adora shoulder 

" Do you like how I look ?" 

Adora places their hands on Catra's waist, bringing her closer.

"You are totally breathtaking. Royal. Divine."

Fascinated by each other, these two dumb lesbians felt as there were on a bubble. A soft, light moment, perfect for a more intimate moment, while time seemed stopped. Catra slowly moved her face to Adora's, ready to catch these lips she wanted so hard to kiss. They both closed their eyes, so close that they felt each other breath.

Were they even allowed to kiss ? This is so temptatious. This felt like taking a bite on a forbidden fruit. Well you know what ? Catra likes fruits. Plus, she is kind of fruity. Fruitiest of fruits, actually. Single and ready to mingle.

Feeling bold, Catra catched Adora’s lips with hers. They both felt a strong energy between them, like a passionate flash. Adora shivers under Catra’s touch, giving her back another passionate kiss. They tighten their arms around Catra, while she uses her fangs to bite Adora’s lips.

Suddenly, the door opened, followed by a few people. One of them yelled : 

"Hey Diony ! Sorry we’re late … oh "

Adora's first reflex was to quickly bring Catra against them, breaking the kiss and hiding her face behind theirs. Not able to see what was happening, the princess didn't even try to push Adora back, at this new sudden embrace. She absolutely knows she is not supposed to stay on a Divinity quarters, not even supposed to stay on the Olympus at all. Neither on a Divinity's laps. So maybe that's better to let Adora carry the whole situation. They know what they are doing … right ?

Good for her, Catra has a really good audition, due to her magicat genes. She was able to guess 2 new people entering the room, including the one who spoke.

Adora tried to look confident, like they didn't do anything wrong, or, maybe, illegal .

"Oh ! Net' ! Spinny ! Haha, why are you both here ?"

That was a huge fail, Catra never heard someone showing less innocence in her life. And as a princess, she absolutely knew how to recognize liars.

"Seems like you were really ..  busy. Who is the wonderful chosen one ?" 

"Oh, hm" Adora cleared their voice, blushing hard. "No, I mean, I wasn't doing anything weird ! I'm just curing someone who …hm, needed it ? You know, with meds !" 

That was in part true, though.

“Curing someone on your laps ? Sounds like a funny way to heal people” softly laughed the woman.

Catra heard the door being closed while a lovely and soft voice spoke, walking toward them. 

"It's okay Adora, you know we both will protect your secret, you are protecting ours for a very long time now. That's our time to help you. Don’t be afraid to show us your cute guest."

Adora spread their arms out, releasing Catra from their embrace, letting the magicat the choice to show herself or not. Too curious, she brought her face to light, watching who these two women were. Catra’s eyes widened and contained a gasp, they both were absolutely beautiful.

The one who spoke first was a beautiful black woman, very tall -maybe a little taller than Adora- with a strong aura. On her stunning white and silver curly hair, falling like a strong waterfall, she had many golden pieces on some dreads, highlighting each detail of her face. Her dark eyes were strong and soft at the same. Also wearing a toga, she had many attributes, including an incredible golden necklace, a himas - a piece of broderies known to carry charms - and other golden pieces of jewelry, of different birds. 

Catra is a good student, she already guessed who she was. She climbed down from Adora's thighs and made a gracious reference, cheeks red from her earlier position. How should she salute her ? Catra didn't have the opportunity to salute Adora very politely earlier, which could be a mistake if you ask her. Still, she used to salute humans from nobility, but Divinities ? That's absolutely the first time.

"... Your highness Aphrodite" 

Another splendid woman, coming from  behind Aphrodite, faced Catra. Her skin had a very soft pink color, while her hairs had a brighter pink. She was smaller than her friend, but still tall. Their curves were magnified by their rich outfit, more colored than Aphrodite and Dionysus. She had multiple embroideries everywhere, and an eternal fire trapped on a lantern tied to a belt. She seemed very welcoming, with a pretty smile on their face. 

Here too, Catra immediately guessed who she was.

" Your highness Hestia"

On her guards, Catra wanted to give the best impression she could. Yeah she was sitting on  a Divinity laps earlier, kissing them , and yeah she was wearing clothes supposed to be for Dionysus. But hey, look, she had good manners !

Aphrodite smiled brightly, amused by the situation.

" Oh woooow Adoraaaaa ! Your new girlfriend is very polite and has very good manners ! I already like her.” She glanced at Catra "You guessed who we were just with our outfit ? That's stunning."

The two dorks blushed on a perfect symbiosis.

"Oh hmm, no ! We are not ..  hm she is not my girlfriend." Immediately stammered Adora, flustered.

"Well, you both seemed very … close" teased Hestia.

"That's … because she had something on her face … ? " tried Adora. 

The two goddesses raised an eyebrow, while they smiled. Adora was so red, and that was so cute. They cleared their throat. 

"Hm anyways, I present to you … Catra. She's a mortal, and also a princess. She was sent on Olympus with damned souls by error. And, hm, I would like to help her. Catra, here is Aphrodite, aka Netossa, and Hestia, which is mainly called Spinerella. I trust them both, don't worry."

"Oh, and you can arase, my child" said Spinerella to Catra.

Getting back to her feet, Catra sight, relieved. She still is embarrassed to have been seen in this position with Adora, she didn't really know what to do. 

Presentations were done, but Adora and Catra still don't know why they were interrupted.

"And, hm, why are you both here ? I like you very much, but I didn't expect to see you here right now"

Spinerella and Netossa glanced each other, questioning 

"Don't you remember ? We have a meeting in few minutes, today"

Adora’s eyes widened and slapped their face “ Oh. Shoot, yes you’re right… how did I ever forget it …”

“Oh, well, I guess you might be kind of distracted by your … princess friend” teased Spinerella. “But, you know, I think it could be a good idea to let her join us. It’s very rare to get a mortal here, and I’m pretty sure she will enjoy it.” 

Speaking of the mortal, she was still standing straight, afraid of moving or doing anything offensive. During her whole life, she learnt that divinities could be easily angry, with terrible consequences. As a princess, she had to learn every detail about them, including stories and legends. While Hestia is pretty chill compared to others, Aphrodite was known for being sometime… cruel. So much mess for an apple, uh. 

Should she flatter Aphrodite ? What if it’s too much ? Divinities stuff is definitely so complicated. Catra is overthinking, like she wasn’t kissing one of them 5 minutes ago. That’s maybe too late to be concerned about the best behavior to get with immortal people who can curse you, or turn you into an animal or a simple object . 

Adora noticed Catra’s anxiety and spoke soflty to her.

“Hey Princess, relax ! There is nothing to be afraid of Net’ and Spinny. They both are very sweet.” It seemed like they were able to read on Catra’s mind. “And nah, Aphrodite won’t break your mind or anything like that. She doesn’t have this ego y’all humain give to her, you know ?”

Adora rose while they proposed at Catra to sit back on the lectus. They bring to her the food they prepared earlier, with a soft smile, before facing the two goddesses again.   

"Oh and Net’, Spin’, I … I need to talk to you both.. alone." She watched Catra with a gentle look "Please take your time princess, you need to eat."

While Adora led Netossa and Spinerella apart in another close room, Catra heard noises in the corridors. Someone else was coming.

***

The three divinities took a seat in a comfy room, next to the room they just left. Adora liked to call it "the room of infinity Culture” . It could be described as a bibliotheca, as every wall were actually shelves filled with books. Every size, every color, every subject, the whole room was stuffed with acknowledgements. Tinier than the main room, the only window was covered by a red drape, making the room pretty obscure. On the ground, big cushions permitted every book lover to spend much time in peace. This room is also perfect to have a more private discussion. 

"Soooo Adora ! I know these eyes of yours. You are so in love with the little human !" teased Netossa, amused.  

"Shhhh ! Not this loud! She is not this far, and I think she can hear better than anyone" whispered Adora. They do not have this much information about Magicats but they are pretty sure that these cute ears of Catra are capable of incredible auditions. 

"Wait, you didn't tell her ? Why ? You both seemed really really … close when we entered the room."

"You both were literally kissing" added Spinerella.

" Oh.. hm, I -..."

" Adora, what is happening ? You're the divinity of wine, queerness and pleasure, that's not the first time you kiss someone and often more. We literally have events for this." Netossa seemed worried. That’s kind of unusual from them. 

"This girl seems really special to you." grinded Spinerella, setting a hand on their shoulder.  

“Well … I …” Adora looked away, blushing and embarrassed.” That was … a mistake.”

The two goddess glanced at each other, concerned.

Adora began to panic a little. "I shouldn't kiss her, I know. And what if she doesn't even like me ? " 

"Come on" they both rolled their eyes. 

"I'm a divinity , she's a mortal ! What if she is afraid of saying no ? Plus, divinities and humans are not supposed to bond.”

"Since which day do you care about laws, Adora ? We all know these gods who don't even care, breaking this law every time without consequences. We already talked about that at the last meeting, that’s a tool of control."

"...no consequences for them, yeah" mumbled Adora. 

An awkward silence filled the room. 

" While the mortal …" Adora felt tears filling their eyes. They sat on a big cushion, crossing their legs and hiding their face with their hands. Things always go wrong for mortals, that’s kind of unfair. That’s why they always avoid making bonds with them. Today, it was for real an unusual situation. And they do realize all the mess it could give to Catra just now. Culpability feelings covered all of their thoughts. "What did I do ? Plus, she has Hades’s mark behind her neck ! I don't know what to do"

Spinerella kneeled down, trying to comfort Adora. 

"Hey, hey, Adora, calm down. Breath with me, okay ? Breath in … breath out… perfect"

Netossa joined her lover, placing a comfort hand on Adora’s shoulder.  "I'm sure we will find a solution, Adora. Maybe we should ask Perfuma ? She is supposed to come to the meeting too. Hades is her mate, I’m sure she will know how to remove the mark."

Adora slightly smiled. "Sorry I've really forgotten the meeting, a lot of things came …today. It… distracted me… "

"And we understand. I can lead it if you need to leave with Catra, Okay ? "

Adora smiled genuinely " Thank you "

*** 

During Adora’s small talk with Spinerella and Netossa, Catra faced another goddess, with blue hairs and a shell crown. This time, the goddess didn't seem really nice to her. Giving Catra a look full of disdain,  she sniggered right in front of her.

"Oh. It's you " 

She began to slowly turn around Catra

"You're the little human that Adora saved this morning, acting like a little victime. Why are you wearing this ? How fucking dare you, uh ?"

Honestly, Catra didn’t know how to react. If she was facing a human, she already would face them, arguing, not letting her be insulted. But a Goddess ? An angry Goddess ? That’s for sure too dangerous. She even doesn't know why she was this upsate. A bread in her hand, that she was just beginning to eat before the new Goddess entry, she didn’t even dare to take another bite. So, maybe the only solution is … no moving, let her say what she wanted to say, and wait for Adora’s back. Honestly, Catra feels a lot of trust toward Adora here, and only her. 

Watching Catra deadpan, the Goddess that Catra guessed was surely Posseidon or something like that, at least a fish thing, tried to trigger her.

"Oooh, You know, you shouldn't build too many hopes about Adora. They're a really good kisser. A very good lover. Divine at bed. I pretty much know something about that. They are so good with their lips. But they don't bond with people. You're just another little toy for them. Do you think you are special ? Because what ? You’re a mortal ? The only difference between you and me … I mean, us, is that you have an expiration date.”

Catra’s eyebrows frown. An expiration date, really ? Is she a kind of Yogurt now ?

“Okay ..” Hesitated Catra. Not answering at all could be also considered as impolite behavior. What’s the point of this fishy-goddess, though ? 

“Seems like you don’t believe me, uh ? You know, you may be super hot, but really, stay at your place. You’re just a human, and a magicat. Adora surely saw something exotic in you. I could gamble my goods because of your little cat's side.” She grabbed Catra’s tail, making her hissing. Touching a Magicat tail, or ears is really rude and disrespectful without consent. 

“Don’t touch me.” 

“I said, stay at your place, cat. You’re just a little toy for us.” 

The goddess release Catra’s tail, and leaned down at Catra, face to face, pressing her knees. 

"Do you know why so many people are entering this room right now ? Because a meeting is planned. And when the sun disappears from the sky, it becomes less talking … less usual assembly. There are so many couch, cushions here… Don’t you get it, little cat ? Everything is here for a purpose. We have really .. good time together."

Catra felt her heart squeezing, remembering her and Adora’s kiss ago. She remembered Adora telling her about the reason for the medication presence, the aftercare … after … Well, hot activities. What if she was just telling her the truth ? She may just be a toy for Adora… 

"Well, I hope at least you will stay longer enough to see you at their Harem evening. Would be a pleasure to taste you too. Oh and, you should take a look at the box below this lectus" She pointed her hand toward a large white and gold lectus, at the other side of the room. “ You would be surprised to see what we use to store this. She you latter, cutie toy” 

Mermista dramatically left the room, followed by the entrance of a fourth person. The new unknown had very long blond and wavy hairs, with a lot of flowers stuck in it. She glanced at the corridor, wondering what just happened. “Mermista ? “ Well, at least, Catra knows Fish-Goddess’s name. Great. 

The flower Goddess faced Catra and showed a bright smile. At least, this one didn’t seem angry toward her. 

“Oh my ! You’re the famous mortal from this morning ! What an honor to meet you, my name is Perfuma ! But you all mortals mostly use my Goddess name, Persephone. What is yours ?” 

 Perfuma, like surely every Goddess in this damned place, was a beautiful woman. Her Toga was decorated with many different plants, mainly flowers of colored leafs. Every plant piece was arranged by color, shaping a beautiful rainbow all around her clothes. Her smile was bright like the sun, a comforting one. Catra relaxes a little bit, not feeling any danger from her. 

“Oh, hm, I’m Catra… also known as … a mortal ?”   

“Yeah I know sweetie ! You should eat ! I helped Adora with the food, and they were very diligent, so you could appreciate it.”

Catra blushed a little while she took a bowl with salad and some vegetables. Looking away, she began to eat the plate. It’s … unusual. But pretty great. This mixing of melting texture with some scrisping was actually … interesting. 

“Oh ! I did the salad ! I hope you like it, I added some bugs ! Do y’all mortals already eat that, or is this too soon ?”

Catra’s face turned pale. Bugs ? She hard swallow. Yeah at Lesbos they used to sometimes eat crickets and cicada nymph, like many other states next to them, but she didn’t recognize at all the taste, and it was not supposed to be added on a salad. Taking a look at her salad, she dropped the bowl. There were kind of white worms on the salad, Catra could swear that some of them were moving . 

The bowl was close to crashing on the ground, but a big flower spawned right below, preventing it from falling more. Perfuma have definitely pretty great reflexes. 

“Woops ! Okay, it was too soon I guess !” 

“I’m sorry” mumbled Catra, lowering her head. How much faux pas toward Divinities will she do today ?   

The flower under the bowl grew, again and again, so Perfuma easily took back the plate. 

“It’s okay, don’t worry little humans ! I won’t punish you for this” she smiled at Catra.

Catra’s ears twitched back, hearing small sounds, while Perfuma waved to something behind her. 

“Oh ! Hi Adora! You were right about the worms, that was not the best idea I ever had. I see Netossa and Spinerella are here ! I missed you three so much !“ 

She met the three others on a group hug. That was pretty weird to see Divinities acting like that, like … humans . Catra’s eyes crossed Adora’s, which was smiling at her, and immediately looked away. Adora raised an eyebrow, their smile falling. It seemed like Catra avoided looking at them. They felt their stomach squeeze. She surely hates me now , thinks Adora.

After this huge hug, Netossa didn’t last a minute about their current issue.

“Perf’, you have such perfect timing ! We have a little problem and we think you could help us. “

“It would be a pleasure to help you ! What’s the deal ? Who does have a problem here ?”

Netossa designated Catra. 

“That’s our little cutie mortal. She have Hades Mark”

Catra froze. What ? What the fuck was Hades Mark ? Is there something about hell ? So is she literally damned ? And why does she learn this little detail right now? 

She felt frustration, and a little bit of anger. She finally met Adora’s gaze, making Adora watch the ground. They seemed like … sad.

“What is Hades Mark ? And why didn't Dionysus tell me before ?” answered Catra with a cold voice, with a little bit of anger. 

Outch. So, we are back to Dionysus. Adora bite their lips. They feel like they disappointed her, and felt really so bad. “...I’m sorry …”. They took a seat on another lectus, away from Catra, avoiding each eye contact.  

Noticing Adora’s distress, Spinerella took the role in charge. 

“Hades Mark is something appearing on damned souls’s back neck, making sure they will at the end finish in Hell. Most damned souls are sentenced to Tartarus. Someone who has Hades Mark cannot return to Earth. And even if you stay here, you won’t be safe. With time, you could lose control of your body, particularly during night. Your soul will be attracted to hell, losing your mind. I’m sorry Darling.” 

Catra’s face paled. So here we are. She was sentenced to something horrible, for things she didn’t even do. This is so unfair. She hates this. 

“But there is at least a solution, right ?” Asked Netossa to Perfuma, with a bit of hope in her voice.

“Oh …” Perfuma kneels in front of Catra, taking her hands gently “I am so sorry for this. Unfortunately, even if I ‘m the Queen of Hell, I cannot release the mark. It would have been possible 2 days ago, while I was in charge with my mate, but I can’t go back there before 6 months. I am really sorry. Only Hades can release it, and they are not allowed to come here.” 

A silence filled the room. A deadly one. 

“And .. what if we travel to Hades Palace ?” asked Adora with a little voice. 

Perfuma’s eyes widened.  

“Oh my .. yes, that’s a solution. But I’m not sure she could do this journey alone, my dear” 

Adora raised up, hopeful. 

“So I will accompany her ! Escort her ! Protect her ! I would do anything, please Perfuma” 

“You would do that for her ?” Smiled Perfuma to Adora, with sparkles on her eyes, raising and moving toward Adora. “That's really brave of you, Adora. It would be absolutely perfect.” She paused and watched Adora’s eyes with attention. “Yeah… thinking of this, you could be the only one able to follow her. Even unto Hell, right ?” 

Adora nodded and looked away, blushing. Perfuma made a pretty obvious reference to their feelings toward Catra. They wonder if she even noticed.

“Perfect, perfect !” She turned over to Catra “Please, raise my child. You will need my own Mark. Don’t worry, this one is not a curse, but a blessing. It will help you when you will face my mate. Please, give me your wrist”

Perfuma surrounded Catra’s left wrist with her hand, producing a green soft light. Seconds later, when Perfuma released her hands, Catra saw a little black drawing, looking like a kind of plant. 

Netossa and Spinerella exchanged a glance and nod at each other. They did the same on Catra’s wrist. 

“We both also give you a blessing. We cannot tell you which one is used for, or it will lose its powers. The only thing you have to know is :  These are the keys to freedom and renascence. I can’t tell you more. Good luck, we believe in you both.”

Catra watched her left wrist, now covered by 3 little marks. 

Here started her journey with Adora, to Hell.