Son of Troy

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I hope there were no murders in my absence.

Despite the fact that I am certain none of you really care, the horses are doing well. I had to extend my stay a little bit as one of the mares was apparently carrying twins. For those who are not familiar with equines, the physique of a female horse is just not designed to carry more than one foal. As Tahirah (the mare) was one of my personal favorites, I decided to stay a little longer and assist in the birth. Peitho, upon hearing of this, kindly volunteered to stay behind as well.

In any case, the first foal was delivered without much trouble, though the second was much more difficult. It took us over three hours and the veterinarian on hand was ready to just break the second foal's legs to save the mother. I was inclined to allow it but Peitho would not hear of it and...demanded from the foal that she leave her mother's womb. And...she did. It was strange and oddly terrifying but it worked and while τυχερός (Tycheros) is nearly half the size of her brother ήρωας (Heros), the vet insists that they will be all right. Tahirah was doing well when we left.

Now that I have bored you with my story, I will allow you to bore me with yours. What has been going on in the complex? I hope everyone that matters is still alive?

You have all heard me speak of going to the ranch for a little while at the end of March. Unfortunately, my dear sister had an accident, for which I decided to stay a little bit, not that that was a big issue -- the ranch really runs itself most of the time. Still, I think that it is the best time for me to clear my head and distance myself from everything that is going on in the apartment complex, as suggested by my therapist.

I am aware Paris is sick but I have heard and seen that he is in good hands. Please take care of my brother, Helen. Also, Paris, if you are reading this, we can talk about you moving in when you feel better. Just focus on getting better soon. Fluids and rest, brother.

In any case, I will be leaving promptly tomorrow at 6 in the morning for Kentucky. I will be gone for at least a week, depending on how smoothly things are really running over there. I invited Pegasus to come with me, but he has not responded. In any case, you can reach me on my cellular phone at 555-8769.

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I have left a note on the kitchen table as to the location of the guns and the axes and...well, everything else. Use them as necessary.

I have heard Agamemnon is there. If he comes within two three six feet of you, feel free to kneecap him.

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Paris. Stop bickering with Menelaus. If he takes an axe to your head, I will have to shoot him or otherwise maim him and I would like to get along with the Greeks on this plane at least. I understand you love Helen and you are certain she loves you back but I would rather not have this whole mess start again.

I suggest, if you still care to take your older brother's suggestions, that you court Helen as much as she will allow you but leave the final decision in her hands. Do not make presumptions unless you explicitly hear it from her lips because you are safest that way.


...on the same note, only give her a period of time to be agnostic. You deserve an answer.

One more thing. We never did have that round of drinks. Perhaps tomorrow will be a good time? It seems there is even more to talk about than before.

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It seems as if I may have to cancel my trip to see the horses as Cassandra has met an unfortunate accident. Saving Apollo. In any case, she is doing better but I would rather not leave her alone. The horses can wait. Family always comes first.


Andromache, I apologize for my rather...unusual frame of mind last time we spoke. I would like to take you out to a proper meal to make amends if you will let me. I promise not to be on medication. [deleted;]

I have...I am back to normal. I hope...everyone is faring as well as I am. I am....thankful to everyone who helped me through that...phase. Thank you.

I hope things will be back to normal for a little bit. Dinner plans were clearly thwarted by our rather unfortunate disasters, so perhaps next week?

I am not sure what else to write here other than I am particularly tired. I will see you all in...a week.

...........I am going to die.

But before I die, I swear I am going to kill Cronus.

IS THIS WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? EVERY MONTH? EVERY SINGLE FUCKING MONTH FOR THE MAJORITY OF YOUR LIVES?!

Cassie. I need you. In here. Quick.

Right. So...this is how the fates decide to repay me. I...save a woman from an oppressive relationship and I talk about how wonderful they are. I get turned into one for my troubles. I SAID THEY WERE TO BE RESPECTED! NOWHERE DID I SAY I WANTED TO BE ONE!

...fuck.

Good thing I don't have a desk job.

...Cassie. I might need to borrow some things. My...old clothes...don't fit.

Aeneas, one peep from you and I am slitting your throat. Same goes for you Paris.


...shit.

At least the cut lip is gone and I can feel my face again.

Women. When have we decided they don't deserve respect anymore? They have been made citizens, yes, but what does that even mean? As I was leaving the gym earlier, I have had to change my exercise patterns [gone;] there was a couple having a fight. I normally don't involve myself in domestic squabbles, but he raised his hand against her. What was I to do?

She is fine. She told me it was not the first time that he had hurt her. We went to the police station to file a report. She said she was going to move back to Kentucky with her mother. I invited her to work on the ranch. She was very excited. Desiree - her name - preferred the country to the city, which brings up my impending visit to Kentucky at the end of the month. Life can certainly be funny at times, can it not?

In either case, I am going to be nursing a nice bottle of Russian vodka on my couch for the remainder of the day. Bastard got a good punch in and I am in no mood. [gone;] Aeneas, you can come laugh on Saturday.

Ah, Deiphobus, before I forget. We are having dinner on Saturday - the family. You are welcome to join us if you so please.

The last week was...troublesome to say the least. I have got a terrible backlog on video games I have to beta test. Anyone who cares to assist me is welcome to come downstairs and test the merchandise. I do warn you that most of these will be terribly boring and not worth your time. But, a job is a job.

On that note, I have decided that it might be best to pay a visit to the ranch. Thus, at the end of this month, I will be going to Kentucky to check on the horses. Bellerophon and Pegasus, you are both welcome to join me if you can find the time to get off work.

All right, family matters. Aeneas and Paris, when you are available, Cassandra and I would love to have you over for dinner some time. Do let us know when you are available and I will double-check with Cassandra.

Also, Paris, when you are up to it, we can go out on that brotherly bonding time thing we talked about. There is much I would like to discuss with you in person. Do let me know.

To all those who were affected by my rather abrupt personality change of the last week, I apologize and I beg your tolerance. I hope you liked the roses. [gone;]

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...godsdammit, what am I doing? She was my brother's wife. Not to mention my own wife - or the woman that was going to become my wife that can't remember it now - is here, too. This was a mistake. A horrible mistake, but I can't feel sorry for it. I understand now, the madness that must have wracked through Paris. She has cast her spell on me and it is difficult to give her up.

...but I must. I can't do this to Paris or Cassandra or Andromache. She deserves better than the...half-love I give her. It is not even love. It is...lust. Yes, lust. I need to get my shit together.

Hector. Focus.

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Cassandra...what do you think of our brother moving in with us? He can stay in my bedroom. I just think that we should at least try and reconnect as siblings. I also do not feel quite comfortable with him staying at the boatman's home. It seems...ominous.

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How are you adjusting, brother? Perhaps you can come to dinner sometime with Aeneas. Cassandra and I will let you know as neither of us are feeling well at the moment.

There is something strange going on. I feel that this is not quite normal. Cassandra suspects that these may be caused by an outside force. I don't know. I feel strange. It hasn't been like this for a while. I think I need to go somewhere.

The gym, perhaps, work some of the strangeness off. I'll probably be gone most of the morning, then. Anyone is welcome to join me. No, bad idea.

I realize that while it may be too late to be buying firearms now, considering the zombies are gone, it is still a relatively smart idea to be never caught off-guard again. I think I will devote today to a shopping excursion and maybe do some grocery shopping for necessities.

I will be unavailable the entire day, you can contact me by this weird telephone on the go. I think I can figure out how to use it within the next hour or so: 555-8769.

[Locked: Unbitten]

We have prepared what we can. I have given the knives to the women. I have a mop and Just say the words, Achilles, and we will meet you wherever.


Helen~ If you are out there, I promised you I'd protect you. If you give me your location, I can come and fetch you if you need help. Though I remember you mentioning your neighbor is your friend. Does he remain unbitten?

New York. What happened to the old York?

My name is now Philip Troas and I apparently own some horses in Kentucky, which is wonderful, but I cannot visit them as often as I would like to. I've found my sister Cassandra. I promise to make up for lost time, sister. I promise.

Other than this horse farm I own, I also play video games for a living. My business card says I am a beta tester for strategy games. After figuring out how to use the 'platforms', I played some of the games last night. The Wii game was stupid. The virtual sword handles nothing like a real one would. It is far too light and does far too much damage with a little tap. It is misleading.

Tell me, who else is here?

.the myth;
» God(dess): Hector
» Reference: Hector on Wiki; Hector on Maicar; Hector on Pantheon
» Family: {mother & father} King Priam and Queen Hecuba ; {spouse} Andromache
» Played By: Jonathan Rhys-Meyers
» Human Alias: Philip Troas
( Have we got you intrigued? )