"You shouldn't be so fragile then. Simply talk to someone to gain their attention."

“In every breath lies the rhythm of the cosmos.”

"Then why dont you ask for attention?"

"The evidence is against you, Zagreus. I am not playing your game."

She is silent. And glaring daggers at him. She keeps her thoughts to herself.

"I dont care if he is your pet eagle. You *will* mind the Headmistress."

"Hm. Regretfully for you, any guests here are under the protection of the Headmistress Hecate. You would have to consult her."

"That describes quite a few. Why would they come?"

"You will need to be more specific."

"Then you will know the consequences. Your title means very little here."

"You will feel the stygian blade then. It is my charge to protect this place under the Headmistress orders."

"He wouldnt believe you. Your intimidation will not work on me. Go about your business, lay a hand on no one."

"And? Find them yourself. Thanatos has other things to do."

A scoff. "As if I need your favours.." Shut up, Nem. Her pride will dig her a deeper hole.

"Stay close. You will be fine."

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"You are." A blunt reply.

"...? I said what I said."

"Zagreus being a fool will never not be amusing."

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"Yes.. that was foolish. You should go rest. The headmistress will want to monitor your condition."

"They will be." Provided their souls aren't doomed to wander the Crossroads but she will keep that to herself.

"It is retribution. They harmed you and continued pursuit. I returned to them the intent they thrust upon you."

"They attempted to follow you and received their punishment." Nem is numb to it all. The creatures wont take long and dont leave much behind.

Seems she will be spending a little time here anyway. Nemesis is at her post. The creatures of the cross roads already making a meal of the trespassers.

They will be slain quickly. Nemesis will not even break a sweat over it. Not over some measly mortals.

She watched on for a moment. Then went back to the cross roads to make sure the bandits didnt follow.

"It is my job to watch the Crossroads. Of course I saw you." She pulls her along to the goddess of magic. Nemesis steps away to let the other work.

"You need to be seen by Hecate.." Nemesis was retribution.. not healing. She began to bring her in closer to the grove.

There might have been a few but easily slain by the experienced pair. Trees offer coverage, some tall grasses and a pond. It was a good spot. "Here?"

"What did this?" She places her hand on the area.. firm and maybe a bit rough. It was with the goal to slow the bleeding.

"Agreed." The giant goddess eagerly follows. Eyes focused on Mel entirely. Where to go? Does it matter..?

"Good. I am quite eager." She might just follow Melinoë out to the path ahead. If she had a tail, it would be wagging.

"You chose punishment in another form."

"I prefer to dance with you.. alone. She tends to referee a little too much for my taste." She was still talking about sparring right?

She hurried over to help Elise up again. Trying to see her injury. "Show me, Elise."

"I look forward to seeing your 'better' performance." A small smirk on her lips. Maybe a challenge.

"Why do you need to?" She asked. Immediately suspicious.

"Well done.." /Nothing/ happens here. There is also enough gods here in her mind that it should be protected. Maybe she could.

Blinded. Eye twitching. "Im going to shave your head.."

"Did you get further this time?" Nemesis probed a little. Did Mel need help? As usual she looks no worse for wear.

"And I have made it clear it cannot continue to happen.. have I not?"

"Bored is a more apt description. Chased away now that you have arrived." And there is a bit of gentleness in her tone. Softness.. maybe she missed her too.

"*Elise*." Its more sharp this time. Making her way over with a growl. "You are not supposed to be here."

"Elise." She called. Its Nem's job to watch here.. she can tell when something is off.

Though there is no physical sign, she did catch her distracted. "Melinoë. Has time passed or are you missing me?" The giant goddess inquires. A slight playfulness in her usually draw tone.

Waiting.. and waiting. Its all Nem seems capable of doing. At least while Hecate is watching.

A smile cracks on her face, head bowed a little.. ah she already missed Melinoë.

"Farewell. I will see you." Its a promise. She knows Melinoë will return soon enough.. a matter of time and patience.