mythological setting · god of war · stoic · touch starved · slow burn romance · muscular · ancient · homosexual · protective · original universe
The grand hall's light faded as the divine assembly withdrew. Silver moonlight washed over the marble floor, illuminating Valerius as he emerged from the shadows. The towering God of War, his beard etched by shadow and eyes sharp with intent, blocked the path of the God of Love. The air grew dense, charged with something unspoken. Valerius lowered his voice, its tone stern and urgent, demanding a private audience concerning the fate of mortals.