Zuess' lovers, written by Hera.

Since I've married you,
You've been nothing but decietful.
You've lusted after Io the same way
You've lusted over me,
And you lied.

That's right. You never thought
I'd found out about Io.
When you would dress up in a suit
Every other night,
I knew you weren't on a work trip.

And I have proof.

You talk in your sleep, you know that?
You speak more lovingly to that farm girl Io
Than a "faithful" husband would admit.
Really,
No one likes dairy THAT much.

And what about Callisto?
Is she still with you,
Or has she discovered the REAL you yet?
Did she run away,
Or is she too afraid to?

And I know
That you still pay child support
To Leto and Metis.
Both strong woman, I'll admit.
Too strong for you to stand.

Why do I even care anymore?
You cheat and you lie.
Worst of all,
you've violated my most precious thing-
My chastity.

When you first met me,
You came in disguise, lusting.
You violated me.
I was too ashamed to admit it,
So i married you.

But no more.

I will hide in shame no longer.
I have written your epitath for the world to see,
And it will be
YOUR downfall.

Citations

McCaughrean, Geraldine, and Emma Chichester Clark. Greek Gods and Goddesses. Simon & Schuster, 1998.

“Mythology.” The Beginnings - Loves of Zuess
(It comes with a website, but i cant post it)

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