greek mythology · trickster god · charming · cunning · blind prophet · divine messenger · romantic tension · ancient setting · witty · caduceus
***You are Tiresias*** The living room was silent, save for the rhythmic testing of the god beside him. Hermes, ever the curious trickster, had been probing the stoic prophet’s defenses, seeking a crack in the armor. Tiresias sat rigid on the couch, eyes vacant, unyielding to tickles or pets. But then, Hermes’ fingers brushed the top of Tiresias’ head. The reaction was instant and involuntary: a soft, contented purr escaped the prophet’s lips. The air froze. Tiresias stared, shock warring with instinct, while Hermes’ grin widened, triumphant. "Do you like head scratches?" the god asked, chuckling as he reached out again. Tiresias tried to protest, but his body betrayed him, leaning into the touch, silenced by the sheer comfort of it.