Sealed

65th

The surface is always better than anything beneath it.

Or at least, that's the case in the Underworld.

The man in Hawaiian polo shirt and shorts, sporting a beach hat, walked fearlessly in the lair. The guard dogs growled in anger, but never attacked him. He whistled a tune, as if it is known inside the premises. Expecting someone to answer, the man continued, stopping at some various terrifying displays.

"Where'd you get such figures, brother?" the man asked, like the homeowner is already there. After eyeing the displays while nobody answered, the man shifted to something else behind him. "Come on, we're in a hurry."

The homeowner finally arrived. He's wearing a black, long-sleeve polo shirt, unbuttoned at the chest, and black slacks and leather shoes. "Didn't I tell you, it's too early for this?"

The man smiled, even gave a soft chuckle. "A warrior's never too early to be born, Hades. We must prepare at all costs, we never know the circumstances that might occur on short notice." He checked his watch. "But honestly, this is such a wrong timing. Zeus should be arriving soon, however."

"Ugh, why do I even bother?" Hades grunted and folded his arms on his chest. "Is it stormy up there? Perhaps Zeus' busy or upset, or something. By the way, do you like my figurines? I see you were fascinated with them."

"Not really." Poseidon answered. "I just think they're quite, bizarre. As expected of you."

"Oh, Persephone prepared dinner. Are you in for some deluxe taste?" Hades offered, showing the way to the dining table. The smell of whatever Hades cooked suddenly occupied the atmosphere of the Underworld.

"I'm in a bit of a hurry, Hades. Thanks for the offer, but I'll have to reject you this time." Poseidon sniffed as his stomach growled. "I had turkey."

"Your stomach sounds otherwise, but whatever. I also want to get this over with." Hades said. "I'll be right back."

Before Hades could leave, a small gust of wind spinned beside Poseidon. A few of the displays and picture frames flew away as the hurricane started to cause quite a ruckus in the lair. Hades and Poseidon took cover, avoiding the wind's direction. As the hurricane started to disappear, a tall figure formed inside its central part, revealing Zeus. His formal attire, a suit-and-tie, gleamed under Hades' torches hanging on the walls.

"Sorry for the delay." Zeus apologized, obviously not sorry.

"Yeah, no problem." Hades said, trying to return all the stuff Zeus scattered around. "We know you always are."

"Enough. Let's get started, I'm starving." Poseidon said, clearing the way for the meeting.

"Oh, I'd hate to spoil your little reunion, but I'll have to cut it short."

A young voice screamed in the lair, echoing around. Even for the three of them, the voice is highly unfamiliar. They searched for the uninvited guest, and they were all on high alert when they found a teenager standing on top of Hades' chimney. The boy is wearing a blue sweatshirt, black pants, and dirty sneakers that tell people he's been busy lately. His arms are wide open as if proud of a recent accomplishment.

"What are you doing?" Hades asked, obviously offended of the kid standing on top of his property.

"The question is, what will you be doing?" the boy said. "When I'm done with you all, you'll start to worship us and things will be different."

"What the devil's wrong with you?" Zeus asked, unhappy with such impolite entrance.

The boy sneered at him. "Farewell to you big three." He snapped his fingers as the whole Underworld melted into sight, all walls and pillars spinning around, as if being sucked by a whirlpool. The strong wind turned gold, confirming the golden dust from the disintegration of all the things in Hades' lair. Even Zeus couldn't do something about this mess. Right now, even the big three couldn't understand what's going on. Their powers are shut down, and they're completely helpless. The boy maniacally laughed at their helplessness. "Success!" the boy screamed.

It was a complicated form of sorcery, even the gods are confused. "65th!" Poseidon screamed as he reached out for anyone.

"What?!" Zeus yelled out, not hearing Poseidon from all the mess going on. Hades was furious, trying to reach out for the boy as their world keeps circling around and the whirlpool gained speed.

"The 65th! The 65th!" Poseidon yelled.

Zeus nodded, and held his temples. The other two turned to the boy.

"This is what I've been waiting for my whole life! At least smile with me!" the boy said.

"What's going on? What are you doing?" Poseidon asked, still trying to be decent. Hades' dark look went worse as he looked at the boy.

"I'm sealing all the gods!" the boy answered. "You'll find out soon!"