Hades blustered for a moment, but something in the younger god s face made him finally admit the truth. Cupid smiled sadly at his uncle. Hades scowled, recognising manipulation when he heard it. Your petition is refused. Cupid nodded thoughtfully.
Impotence can be a terrible thing.
Hades blinked at the apparent non sequitur. His expression turned feral. Hades paled quite a feat for him. Cupid turned, his impassive mask was gone and his face was twisted into a mask of fury. Hades drew himself up to his full height, his eyes blazing.