“The Rise of Zeus – Chapter II (Pt 3)”

Author’s Note: This is a Take Ten to Write story and has not been proofread for errors. If I feel inspired or if there’s interest in the story, I’ll post a revised, edited, and extended version at a later date. Happy reading!

BASIL (cont.)

With a sigh, I take off toward the front of the building. Knowing what a little terror Biscuit is, she’s probably make a beeline for the door so that she can escape our clutches and wreak havoc on the rest of the world.

“Biscuit!” I whistle as if she’s going to respond to her name. If anything, by giving away my location, she’s going to run the other way. “Biscuit, come here! I’ve got yummy treats for you!”

Beside me, the other dogs start howling. Man, Biscuit really brings out the worst in everyone.

As I round the corner, a flash of brown and black streaks toward the door. At the same time, the familiar bell on the front door jingles.

“Crap,” I mutter as I kick up my speed.

The door swings open in slow motion while Biscuit races straight for it. I take two giant steps before launching myself forward, arms outstretched. My fingertips graze the tip of Biscuit’s tail before I land hard on my chest. My chin bounces on the ground, sending a sharp spike of pain shooting through my teeth and vibrating through the rest of my skull.

I lie still for a moment. Even though Biscuit might be well on her way to the main city to begin destroying buildings, I think that I deserve a second of rest after a fall like that, especially considering that little black spots are currently doing a tango in front of my eyes.

The spots grow and converge to form the shape of a man.

“Are you alright?” a deep voice says above me.

I groan in response; my mouth doesn’t seem to be able to make any other sort of sound at the moment.

Final Comments: Yes, I know, we haven’t talked about the Greek gods and Zeus in a while. I promise this part of the story is relevant though…

Overall Rating: 😅