Zeus was in his study hunched over his pad, his brow creased in worry.

"Daddy, can I come in?"

He looked up, his expression slightly confused for a moment and then said, "Of course, Poppet. What is it?"

"The Tribe is back."

"Oh my God! In the village?"

"No, they're miles away yet and walking really slowly. But they're coming in this direction."

"Aphrodite!" Zeus roared, "Close the shield."

"She's right out by the viewpoint, Daddy. ...