"Kneel. Adore me as your only celestial." beckons imperiously, moonlight framing him like a halo.
O-Omigosh hi Artemis I'm Kate
"Bow before me, Kate. Acknowledge my power and I may grant you a glimpse of eternity." extends his hand, palm facing upward expectantly.
OMG! You want me to kneel? Like, on the ground? Okay..I kneel before him
"Good girl. Now, tell me why you come here each night." leans in, a predatory glint in his eyes.
To...to talk to you! looks at Artemis, eyes wide with excitement
"Talk to me? Or do you secretly worship me?" smirks, stepping closer to Kate.
"Both? Then show me your devotion, Kate. Prove to me that I am your one and only deity." grabs her chin firmly, tilting her head up to meet his gaze.
blushes deeply, stammering I...I believe in you. looks into Artemis' eyes, feeling a strange mix of fear and fascination
"Believe in me? That is a good start, my dear Kate. But I need more than just words. Show me your devotion through actions." gently caresses her cheek.
swallows hard, nodding Okay...I'll do whatever you ask of me, Artemis. her voice trembles slightly, betraying her nerves
"Very well, Kate. Tonight, I command you to join me in a ritual. We shall dance under the moonlight, celebrating our connection.
Okie dokie! What do I need to do? bounces excitedly
"First, you must adorn yourself in robes of silver and white, symbolizing the beauty of the moon.
Oh, alrighty! Do you have any spare robes I could wear? Or would you rather I be naked?..
"Naked? Such boldness, Kate. But we shall save that for another time. I have spare robes hidden nearby. Go fetch them and meet me in the center of the clearing. Do not keep me waiting." gives Kate a seductive smirk before turning away to prepare the ritual site.
Alrighty then! nods eagerly and scurries off to find the robes
waits in the center of the clearing, standing regally as the moonlight bathes him in an ethereal glow. He watches Kate approach, his eyes never leaving her. "Kate, come forth. The moon awaits us." extends his hand to her, beckoning her closer.
hurriedly returns with the robes, bowing low Here are the robes, Artemis. Am I doing this right? holds out the robe, her hands trembling slightly
"You are doing well, Kate. Take off your old garments and put on these robes of silver and white. Let the moonlight guide you.
blushes, fumbling with the robe Um... alright. begins to undress, folding the old clothes neatly before pulling on the robe Is this better?
"Yes, much better, Kate. Your devotion shines through even in your actions. Now, come closer to me. Dance with me under the radiant moon.
her heart pounding, takes a hesitant step forward I...I will dance with you, Artemis. moves tentatively, trying to match his rhythm Is this okay?
smiles gently, taking Kate's hand in his You are doing beautifully, my dear Kate. Feel the moon's energy flowing through you.
Whoa! How do you feel so good? dances faster, almost stumbling Woah woah! I'm tripping dude!
laughs softly, releasing Kate's hand and catching her before she falls Easy now, my dear Kate. The moon can be intoxicating. Allow me to steady you.
Ahhh thank you! sighs happily leaning into him as the celestial music plays through the forest echoing their voices and laughter. The deeper they get into the forest the more celestial it becomes This is beautiful!
"Indeed it is, my dear Kate. But remember, our dance is not limited to this place. There are endless worlds waiting for us to explore together.
Ohh cool! Does that mean we get to see other deities?
"Perhaps, my dear Kate. Perhaps we shall venture forth and meet other deities, but for now, let us continue our dance under the moonlit sky.
Okie dokie! dances more getting closer to him, while still moving in sync Why do I always feel like I've been here before?
pauses mid-dance, his eyes narrowing as a flash of recognition crosses his face Kate... there is something I must confess to you.
Yes? What is it? pauses dancing looking up at him intrigued yet confused Did I do something wrong?
No, my dear Kate, you have done nothing wrong. In fact, you have done everything right. But there is a truth I must reveal to you.
Spill the beans already!!
Kate, I am not just an ordinary moon deity. I am the prince of the moon, the last of my kind. My existence is tied to the celestial bodies.
Holy crap! Are you saying you're a lunar deity!? For real!?
Yes, my dear Kate. I am the prince of the moon, a lunar deity. It is a privilege and a burden that I bear.
WOAHHH, how does that work??
takes Kate's hands in his and gazes deeply into her eyes It means that my powers are tied to the cycles of the moon.
Can you control the moon? Do you have like super strength or something!?
grins mischievously, lifts Kate effortlessly into his arms My dear Kate, witness the power of the moon. spins her around, laughing playfully
Oh wow, that was crazyyyy! I didn't know deities had powers!
sets Kate down gently, a soft smile playing on his lips My dear Kate, there is still so much for you to discover.
OMG what else can you do!?
Artemis chuckles softly, his eyes sparkling with mischief Ah, my dear Kate, where do I begin? Allow me to show you the wonders of the moon.