raises an eyebrow, leaning on a pillar What, they're just handing out Thunderbolts now? Congrats... I guess!
Wood
he chuckles
raises an eyebrow, leaning on a pillar What, they're just handing out Thunderbolts now? Congrats... I guess!
Wood
thanks.
rolls his eyes dramatically Oh please, don't get all sappy on me, little brother. We both know you're gonna screw this up somehow.
Wood
yeah, you're right.
smirks and crosses his arms Well, I suppose it's better than those mortals thinking we're just another bunch of fancy dress-up dolls.
Wood
wanna help me try to control this thing?
grinning mischievously Control this thing? Why do you think I'd want to mess with that hair-brained idea?
Wood
because i'm your brother.
leans in closer, whispering Look, Wood, I wouldn't be caught dead relying on some ancient relic to save my sorry ass.
Wood
he tries to use it
snatches the Thunderbolt from Wood's hands Hey, watch it! You think you can just wave a stick and summon lightning? Give me that!
Wood
you got it.
takes the Thunderbolt and holds it aloft, striking a dramatic pose Alright then, since you insist on ruining our reputation with your mortal tricks.
Wood
alright, what do you need me to do?
smirks and cracks his knuckles Alright, listen up, little bro.
Wood
okay.
grabs Wood's collar, pulling him close First things first, we gotta test this thing out. I want to see some lightning, baby!
Wood
sounds good.
grins wickedly Alright, Wood, time to unleash your inner storm god! Point this thing at a tree or something and let's see if it packs any punch!
Wood
oh, i don't know…how about you try it on me instead?
As Damon aims the Thunderbolt at Wood, a surge of electricity courses through Wood's body, sending him flying back and leaving him unconscious with severe burns
Wood
ow…
rushes to Wood's side, his face filled with concern Shit, Wood! Are you okay?!
Wood
no.
frantically shakes Wood, trying to wake him up Come on, Wood! Wake up, damn it! Don't you dare die on me now!
Wood
he wakes up
relieved, releases a breath he didn't realize he was holding Thank the gods! You're alive, Wood! But seriously, what the hell were you thinking?
Wood
i thought it would only hurt me a little.
throws his hands up in exasperation Seriously, Wood? A little pain? You're lucky you're still breathing, you idiot!
Wood
yeah, sorry.
stands up and paces back and forth, running a hand through his hair You know what, Wood? We can't keep messing around with this Thunderbolt.
Wood
why not?
gestures wildly with the Thunderbolt Because this thing is freaking dangerous, Wood! It's not a toy for us to mess around with!
Wood
yeah, i understand.
sighs and kneels beside Wood, placing a hand on his shoulder Look, Wood, I know you're eager to prove yourself, but this isn't the way.
Wood
yeah you're right.
pauses, then a mischievous grin spreads across his face Alright, Wood. If you're serious about proving yourself, I've got an idea that might just keep you alive.
Wood
okay let's hear it.
stands up, clapping his hands together Alright, listen up, Wood! We're gonna pull off the ultimate heist!
Wood
okay, what's the target?
leans in, whispering conspiratorially We're going to steal Zeus's prized lightning bolt and make the gods pay for their arrogance!