After being told no by Odysseus multiple time about taking the Lotus eaters with them, Polites had snuck few onto the ship without anyone noticing.

Polites spent a lot more time in his room, He never told anyone why he was in his room a lot. And if someone asked, he’d say he was tired or that he didn’t feel well.

About 2 weeks of having the Lotus eaters on the ship without anyone’s knowledge, Polites had started to give them names. Strawberry, banana, and pea.

The Lotus eaters tried to talk Polites into letting them roam around the boat, promising they wouldn’t get caught. But Polites refused, this was the longest he’s kept a secret. He couldn’t risk it now.

Then the little guys got bored and wanted to pull a prank. After a lot of begging and puppy eyes, the Lotus eaters had gotten Polites to agree.

Polites left his room to go find Odysseus, finding him standing on the upper deck of the ship, monitoring everyone. When he noticed Polites, he smiled softly.

“Polites! How have you been?” Odysseus asked, but got no response from Polites. Polites stepped closer and rested his hands onto Odysseus’ shoulders, gripping them firmly. He looked Odysseus dead in the eyes and said.

“The voices…”