Page 158 of Hekate: The Witch (Goddesses of the Underworld #1)

‘Come, child. Be not afraid’

There was a desperation in his voice,

and something in my blood told me

to obey. This was Kronos’ power.

Time and the command over all our divinity.

Even then, diminished and half of himself,

he had not lost his authority. As though

hypnotized, I walked with him despite

all of my misgivings.

He led me further into the cave.

I could see that even though this was

where he lived forever in exile, it was beautiful.

The walls were even, not earthen,

and a warmth filled the cave here.

The crystals shone more brightly,

and richly coloured fabrics did their best

to make this cavern seem homely.

The floors had been turned to

polished marble and reflected the light

of the crystals above, made the place inviting.

An aroma of game rose through the air

and I noticed that in the centre of the room,

a large bubbling cauldron was

cooking. Divinity did not need food,

but it was one of the luxuries we most enjoyed.

My mouth watered and Kronos smiled.