Short Story: The Greek Gods

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When the Greek gods first created Gaia, or “earth”, they were deciding on what creature to send down to be the humans’ guardian.

“I have figured it out,” the God Zeus said, silencing the other gods, “we shall send down the son of Pegasus and the unicorn.”

The son of Pegasus and the unicorn was flying over the humans and enjoying the sound of their voices. He looked up to the sun and thanked the God Helios for a bright and sunny day.

“Pegaron!” The creature heard his name being called by the humans. He responded immediately by swooping down towards them and landing with grace. He neighed in response and the humans looked grateful for his presence. Pegaron soaked up all the attention.

“Pegaron! A man is very sick, we need you to heal him!” Pegaron was proud that the humans relied on him
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Hades appeared from the ground and laughed at Pegaron. He laughed at the humans’ guardian and his frightened figure. He laughed even harder at Zeus’ foolish decision to send this colt down to Gaia and protect the humans. Hades decided to voice his thoughts.

“Oh how foolish the gods of Mount Olympus were to send the son of Pegasus and a mere unicorn to help the humans. You weren’t even able to help a town burning down!” Hades screamed in delight when he saw Pegaron stiffen at his proclamation.

Pegaron was very angry with Hades for saying such things about him. He knew that Hades was the one to set the fire and bring all those souls down to the underworld. He knew that Hades was trying to start a fight, but Pegaron was too proud to back down.

He ran with all his might towards the god who had entered his mind and toyed with it. The god of the underworld had played with Pegaron. Hades’ plan had sprung into action.

As soon as Pegaron was in arms reach, Hades put his hand out and grasped Pegaron’s horn. He then pulled Pegaron down with him into the underworld. Down to become Hades’

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