“It has everything to do with me. I cannot believe this is true. I cannot believe you have fallen out of love with me. Please, Theseus.” “Your begging is repugnant to me. For someone who once used to be a warrior, I am surprised you are not disgusted at yourself.” Those were the words that she needed to hear, for he was right. She was disgusted at herself. She was disgusted that she had believed his lies and trickery and honeyed words of love. She was disgusted by this snivelling woman she had become. She was disgusted by this slothful life she had been so content to lead, away from her women
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