Rachel Smythe’s Lore Olympus has engaged readers through its unique perspective on Greek Mythology. It fuses stories from ancient times and contemporary feelings adjusted to our contemporary world. Lore Olympus Chapter 67 leaves us with the arrival of goddess of love, Aphrodite. Lore Olympus Chapter 68-75 explore the theme of love, but jealousy and secrets threaten to disrupt the peace. The ongoing plot involves Persephone’s growth, Hades’s struggles with personal development, and Aphrodite’s manipulations.
Losing Interest On Minthe, Growing Affection Towards Persephone
Lore Olympus Chapter 68: Eros Determined To Find Psyche
In Lore Olympus Chapter 68, the drama peaks, and it all begins with a frosty exchange between Persephone and Aphrodite. The worst scene is when she tries to thaw the tension and speak to Aphrodite. Eros pulls his mother aside, asking about someone important to her, and she admits she hasn’t found him, expressing concern after four months. Eros warns her not to stress, but Aphrodite remains worried. Her focus shifts instantly to Persephone, accusing her of falling into a gloomy state. Upon observing, she understands that Persephone is in love, but her love is for Hades, who is currently with Minthe.
Later, in Lore Olympus Chapter 68, Aphrodite, in her cute, sarcastic way, tells Persephone to make the man want her instead of trying to hide her emotions. Their exchange helps Eros acknowledge his feelings for Psyche. He can no longer run away from love after this epiphany.
Chapter 69: Wrath Of The Love God
Lore Olympus Chapter 69 starts with a scene from the past. Hades finds himself overwhelmed with a number of deceased souls streaming into the Underworld due to some gruesome rage on the beach. He tells Zeus about the problem and he found out that Eros is also tangled up in it.
However, just as Zeus goes and blames Eros for killing 300 people, Aphrodite arrives to protect her boy. Eros had done the most dreadful thing, which was against the law of the Gods. Aphrodite informs Zeus that Artemis and Apollo destroyed cities, hence she is unconcerned about the incident. Zeus concedes but insists punishment is necessary—not for the deaths, but because Eros punched Hermes.
Using her charm, Aphrodite persuades Zeus to drop the idea of punishment, and the tension seems to subside. In the end, Aphrodite tells Eros in an ominous tone, “Are you going to tell me where she is?” This creates huge suspense for the readers.
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Lore Olympus Chapter 70: Aphrodite Meeting Psyche
In Lore Olympus Chapter 70, Aphrodite confronts Eros about his distance, blaming Psyche for their strained bond. Eros, feeling hurt and frustrated, is reminded by Aphrodite of the freedom she had always granted him, but now feels betrayed by his actions. He admits he loves Psyche, but her attempt to kill him haunts him.
He reveals he’s been avoiding her, leaving her alone, and is too hurt to face her. She finds Psyche in a distraught state, overwhelmed by the situation. Coldly, Aphrodite demands Psyche explain herself, and Psyche recounts how Eros had saved her from an unwanted engagement but concealed his true identity. Misled by her sisters, Psyche believed Eros was dangerous, leading to her attack in self-defence.
Eros, who was never expected to suffer heartbreak, should bear some responsibility for the pain felt by Psyche, according to Aphrodite. However, pleading mercy from Aphrodite has a hitch. She suggests an elaborate punishment and a test for Eros’ true feelings for Psyche. The Lore Olympus Chapter 70 ends in suspense, and the audience is left looking forward to the next chapter.
Chapter 71: Minthe Zombieing, King of the Underworld
In Lore Olympus Chapter 70, Hades is tenderly emotional as he gets ready for the date with Minthe. Hades’s attempts to set the table for the elegant dinner and his eager excitement to see Minthe are quite illustrative of the level of emotion that was building inside him. The date was set for 8 pm, but time has elapsed, and Minthe is yet to be seen. The main highlight of the chapter is the disappointments and frustration that ran through Hades as he lay waiting for her, but in vain.
Rachel Smythe’s illustration beautifully portrays Hades’s emotional investment in the relationship. His patience turns into anger and heartbreak as the realization sinks in—Minthe isn’t coming. This rejection is pivotal, as it pushes Hades into a decisive moment. He decides to read Persephone’s letter, which he got from Hecate. Lore Olympus Chapter 71 ends on this bittersweet note, leaving readers eager to see the fallout from both Minthe’s absence and Hades’s new resolve to connect with Persephone.
Lore Olympus Chapter 72: Hades’s Unexpected Visit to the Mortal Realm
In Lore Olympus Chapter 72, the story begins with Hades reflecting on a letter from Hecate, who had to cut her trip to the mortal realm short due to an unexpected guest—Hades himself. However, the god of the underworld has no memory of this event. Confused, he calls Hecate at 3:45 a.m., questioning the letter. She tries to redirect the conversation, asking about his dinner with Minthe, but he reveals that Minthe didn’t show up.
Hecate explains that on one occasion, Hades drunkenly appeared in the mortal realm, causing a scene. She and Demeter managed to return him to the Underworld discreetly. However, Hecate suspects Persephone or Kore may have noticed the incident.
After this revelation, Hecate ends the call, leaving Hades to reflect on the possibility that he and Persephone had crossed paths. Lore Olympus Chapter 72 concludes with Hades deep in thought, realizing there might be more to their intertwined histories, sparking anticipation about what other secrets might surface.
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Chapter 73: Thetis’s Plan
In Lore Olympus Chapter 73, Minthe texts her friend Thetis to inform her that it’s safe to meet for drinks before 8 pm since she has plans with Hades after that. Thetis catches on to this stroke of luck and starts planning ways to stop Minthe from going and ruining her chances with Hades. When the two friends meet at a bar, Thetis starts her plot by lying to the bartender, claiming it’s Minthe’s birthday. This seemingly innocent lie sets the stage for her plan, as she encourages the bartender to keep Minthe’s drinks coming. As the drinks flow, she subtly continues to manipulate Minthe, feeding her insecurities and frustrations about Hades and Persephone. More than that, Thetis is especially working on heightening Minthe’s jealousy and hatred towards Persephone, portraying her as a competitor to Hades.
This manipulation takes a darker turn when Thetis convinces Minthe to punish Hades by standing him up later that evening, ensuring that she doesn’t meet him as planned. Lore Olympus Chapter 73 concludes intensely as Minthe, under Thetis’s influence and intoxicated, appears prepared to implement the strategy.
Lore Olympus Chapter 74: The Phone Conversation
In Lore Olympus Chapter 74, Minthe wakes up disoriented, overwhelmed by missed messages from Hades. Realizing she’s at Thetis’s house, her frustration grows, and she tries to contact Hades but receives no response, intensifying her anxiety over their strained relationship.
Meanwhile, Persephone gets a Fatebook notification, hoping it’s from Hades, but is disappointed to find it’s from Hermes. Persephone decides to call Hades, who briefly puts her on hold to answer Minthe’s call but quickly disconnects. This interruption serves as a reminder of the complications in Hades’ personal life.
Hades and Persephone share a tender moment when she asks why he messaged her at 4 a.m., and he humorously responds about his insomnia. Their shared struggles with sleep deepen their connection, revealing a vulnerable side to both characters. Before ending the call, Hades asks about Persephone’s plans, and she mentions having no classes. As Persephone returns home, she reflects on her involvement with the Goddesses of Eternal Maidenhood. She realizes that her life is changing and begins to consider her exit from the group.
Chapter 75: Lachesis and Clotho
In Lore Olympus Chapter 75, Persephone is in a hot seat—how does one extract herself from TGOEM and keep it all intact? She understands that stating the truth implies losing the scholarship and having nowhere to live. Losing hope and looking for an exit, she comes up with a catch: payment for the Underworld Corp. Internship. Hecate discusses intern payments with Hades.
Hades insists that Persephone be compensated as his guest so she can pay off her debt slowly and gain independence. His protective nature shines through when he humorously mentions that she needs money for “beautiful lady things.”
Persephone also estimates the total amount she will earn over the period of the internship and comes to the realization that if she saves properly, she will be able to return the scholarship amount and even move out. Lore Olympus Chapter 75 ends with Hades visiting the records department and interacting with the Fates, Lachesis, and Clotho. He seeks a memory, hoping to know how embarrassing a past incident was.
While Lachesis requires Kore’s consent, Clotho says they could make an exception for wine. This closing remark about it being natural for a king to be curious about his future queen leaves the readers with a sweet yet poignant note. This statement subtly highlights Hades’ growing feelings for Persephone. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes increasingly clear that his emotions are deepening, adding layers of complexity to their relationship.
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