~based on episode 76, what if Persephone showed up instead of Hecate? (Hades and Persephone don't know each other yet)

-also, inspired by the song, "idk you yet"-

*slap *

"I HATE YOU, YOU THINK THIS IS ENOUGH? YOU'RE LUCKY I EVEN CONSIDER YOU!"

I need you now, but I don't know you yet...

"I- I know... I'm s-so-sorry..."

"WHO WOULD WANT TO BE WITH SOMEONE WHO RESEMBLES THE GREATEST TYRANT WE'VE EVER KNOWN?!"

can you find me soon because I'm in my head...

"YOU HAVE HIS EYES!"

I need you now but I don't know you yet... lately it's been hard...

"HIS HAIR!"

she's selling me for parts...

"HIS SKIN!"

*slap *

I need you now but I don't know you yet...

"What do you think you're doing?" A pink hand grabbed at Minthe's.

"I-I-I..."

"Out. I'll deal with you later." She said in a cold sharp voice.

*clack clack clack *

A warm soft hand cradled my cheek. I instantly felt relief but shame. Someone saw my broken form, they think I'm weak, and... I am.

"Hey... are you okay? I'm so sorry..." and she pulled me into her arms. I didn't resist, it felt nice to be held.

"Shh... it's okay... no ones gonna hurt you anymore, I'm gonna be right here..."

She stood beside me and held on to me tight. I held on tighter, pulling myself into her fluffy coat. She smelt like lavender and roses. It was calming.

I only realized I was crying when she kissed my forehead and wiped tears away.

I've only got half the heart to give to you... and I hope it's enough...

We were there for a long time, but it didn't feel very long to me. I would've done anything to just be in her arms for eternity.

"C'mon, I can take you home. Don't worry about work right now. I can tell Hecate what happened, and I'll take you home, okay?"

I didn't respond. I... couldn't. I just couldn't think straight. It was hard to think about, I was slapped just a few minutes ago but now someone is... caring and... loving me. Why?

She helped me up and drove me home. We got to my house and she checked on me again. She asked if I was okay, I nodded, but... I don't know if I am. I'm just confused.

"Hey... lets get inside. I'll help you up."

I am about twice her size in almost everything, so I was surprised that she was actually able to help carry me. I was embarrassed too, I really didn't want her to see me like this.

I need you now but I don't know you yet.

"I-I'm Persephone by the way... t-the intern."

I remembered her. She was the best applicant, a goddess, and recommended by Hera, so I chose her.

I chose right.

I decided to finally say something, I wanted to ask so many questions. Why would she care about me? Why would a complete stranger, a beautiful and lovely one at that, who's obviously way out of my league, want to help me?

"W-why are you being nice to me? Why do you... care?" I ask in a weak shaky voice. As if she didn't think low of me enough already.

Nice going, Hades. Lets trip and fall while we're at it. Maybe you can just start crying, that'll show how tough you are.

She looked surprised at the question. Or maybe it's because I finally said something. I don't really know, both?

"Of- of course I care! And I'm nice because... you look so sad and broken, I hate that. It's not fair to you and it's not fair that you had to deal with her. I'll be here and help piece you together!" She told me with a cheery smile.

It was clear she was a little confused on what to do or say.

I smiled back, it was nice to have someone to talk to and to have someone who cares about me anyway.

She took care of me that night, we got to know each other. I told her about me and Minthe, how she hates me for everything I do and I agreed with her, I knew I was a screw up. I wasn't good enough for anyone, really.

But Persephone hugged me and she held onto me and told me that I wasn't broken, I wasn't a screw up, I was good and I was enough. I believed her, kind of. I mean, who wouldn't believe someone as amazing as her?

She told me about her problems. There was a thing, TGOEM, and she didn't want to be apart of it. She wasn't qualified is what she told me. She seemed disturbed at that. She started to silently cry, obviously trying to hide it.

I did my best to help her too, she seemed like she was hiding something and it was eating her up. It looked like she wanted to tell me, but I told her she didn't have to, and if she did, I'd listen.

I held on to her. I stroked her hair and I kissed the top of her head. She broke down, it hurt to see that. But I was there for her, and I seemed to be somewhat of a comfort to her.

I tried to be strong for her, although I wanted to cry. I felt close to her, like I've known her my entire life when it was in fact, the opposite.

First time for everything though, right?

I actually never felt better than I did that day, she helped me through so much from then on, and I helped her. She never hurt me, she always cared and never asked for anything.

Was this real?

I cherished her. I tried to be the best I could be and it seemed like I did a good job.

We're married now.

We've been married for about a century now. I've never been more happy in my entire life, she's been there for me through everything, and I was there for her. All that came from us was happiness, and I can't imagine a better life.

I know you now, and I love you.