Elpis x Pride: Adjusting

As soon as the first shock of what became of mankind washed off of her mind, Elpis started to enjoy herself a little more. She started to see this new world as a challenge she wanted to take. After so long, what could have been the harm? Humans were ripe for the taking, for influencing, especially since Hope was reintroduced to them. Once again they were bold, creative, determined. Once again they were willing to sacrifice everything to achieve their goals and fulfill their dreams. Once again they were worshipping her. It took time for the goddess to adjust, but her king was by her side. They grew closer over time, enjoying playful banters and silly games to test her strength and power. One of their favorites was to see who would influence the most humans, or who would make them go to extremes with just a little touch. It allowed them to add a fun spin of their time on Earth.

Elpis loved it more than she wanted to admit. she loved spending time and enjoying lavish sceneries. She loved wearing expensive clothes and receive attention from mortals. Over time, she learned to understand them, see that they were bolder than the humans she used to know. they revered beauty -probably explained how and why Pride was so popular-, they were superficial, at least, the most successful was. it was a matter of appearance over substance, which in turn made them even more vulnerable to glamour and mind-control. Easy, so easy. The pink-haired deity was so lost into her enjoyment, she almost forgot that her siblings were looking for her and ready to destroy her at the first chance they had. Pride reminded her, often, to be careful when they were outside and to make sure they didn't stay too long... and while it could be unnerving, it was also extremely exciting. A king and his queen working incognito on Earth, mesmerizing the masses, playing with each other, and strengthening their bond...It wasn't so bad -all things considered-. it wasn't so bad.

Elpis was even able to focus on the pleasure and joy she had with her beloved. Catching up for the millennia spent away from one another. it was taking most of the space in her mind, so much so that she literally pushed aside all the worried thoughts she had in mind. There was a time for everything after all, and while she was preparing for War, she also allowed herself to enjoy what she had.

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"I have the words at the tip of my tongue.
Words that wanted to be said.
Praises that needed to be made.
But they would not until you come and get them.
With the tip of your tongue."