[No one could know what the goddess had thought-- all they had was record of the culture at the time, and how even women in powerful positions were still not nearly as powerful as the men around them. Athena had studied the mythology during their younger years, and found that maturity had allowed enough insight to not be angry towards any of the classical witches or goddesses for their actions.

Calypso had been alone on an island for centuries. Circe had nymphs to protect. Hera, her family and reputation. And, Athena..


Her priestesses, and her reputation.]

It's been... Confusing, Priestess. But you don't need to apologize.

[They sighted, and offered the priestess a tired smile even thought it would not be seen.]

It's like the story with Orpheus and Eurydice, right? Even if Hades understood the reasons, he couldn't just turn his back and let either of them walk freely. People would think he had grown soft, and lose some of the respect he held in his role.

Maybe, it was the same for the goddess? Who knows?

But-- you don't need to fear me. I'm just a person, and I'm not even that wise or clever.