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Chapter 157 Hermes

Hermes, one of Olympus' twelve main gods, known for speed and travel, wielded a scepter enabling swift movement between realms. He was also Diana's half-brother, sought for aid during crisis.

The gods, withdrawn from Earth, faced turmoil as Zeus vanished, leaving Apollo and Ares vying for the throne, amid a prophesied threat from the Firstborn, Zeus' powerful, long-estranged child. Their strife exposed secrets, including Diana's existence and a prophecy: "Zeus' youngest child will wield power to slay gods."

Even in death, DC gods revived, and Diana, famed Amazon warrior, stood as the key to resolve turmoil, believed capable of killing the Firstborn.

Seeking Diana on Earth, Hermes found her in Gotham at Marvel News Agency.

"Diana! You must come with me!" Hermes declared, startling Diana.

She hadn't seen such a mythical figure in ages. Last, he visited the Amazons.

But Hermes too was taken aback. He almost doubted his search upon finding Diana in a maid's uniform, serving and seemingly submissive.

Diana, in her uniform, eyed Hermes with confusion and asked, "Who are you? Why are you here?"

"Diana? Are you Diana?" Hermes confirmed, introducing himself as her half-brother.

"The god?" Diana's surprise matched her skepticism.

"Yes," Hermes affirmed, moving to escort her away urgently.

Before he could act, Peter intervened firmly, breaking Hermes' grip.

"It's impolite to touch my people without consent, Mr. Hermes," Peter stated firmly.

Hermes frowned, acknowledging Peter, previously ignored. Ares mentioned Diana's companion's strength, but in the face of Zeus' powerful progeny, his focus remained on Diana.

Observing Diana beside Peter, Hermes sensed a disconnect from his expectations. Seeing her alongside a mortal, he reluctantly abandoned any notion of forcible persuasion.

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