Leonidas clawed at the prince's fingers, his legs kicking uselessly in the air as his lungs burned from lack of oxygen. His vision blurred, black spots creeping into the edges of his sight. Then, with terrifying ease, Hades slammed him against the wall. The impact sent a sharp, unbearable pain rattling through his body, forcing a strangled gasp from his throat. Blood dribbled from his lips as he coughed violently, his entire form trembling.
"Please, Your Highness! Please, let him go!" Lilith's voice cracked with desperation as she rushed forward, her hands trembling as she clasped them together. "I promise...I swear, I will stay with you forever! I will never try to leave again, never even think of it! Please, spare his life."
Hades turned his head slowly, his piercing gaze locking onto hers. For a moment, the room held its breath. Then, without a word, he released his grip.
