Spotlights and Spider Silk

The princess of the Underworld squinted, as she always did, when those stage lights fell upon her.

She'd just finished yet another trek through Oceanus. How a dank, cold, maze-like sewer could lead to such an admittedly lavish venue, she'd never understand. But regardless, she found herself on stage yet again!

Various Shades were in the audience, and in the far corner-- A garish sea monster woman within a giant clamshell, guiding two smaller fish women, all wielding instruments. The number one (and only) band in Oceanus... Scylla and The Sirens.

Their rehearsal came to an abrupt stop as the lead singer faced Melinoë.

"OH MY-- You! You have a lot of nerve, Lady! You've gone too far this time!" She snapped accusingly in that dainty voice.

"This time?" Melinoë gave an exasperated sigh, leaning on the handle of her giant axe. "I quite literally killed you the last time I was here. Pray tell, what's so egregious this time around?"

"Murdering us is one thing... But trying to upstage us in that little outfit?! You wish!"

Melinoë glanced down. Sure enough-- Instead of her orange dress, she wore a brilliant blue. An enchanted garment, handwoven by Arachne, giving her extra reserves of magic.

All while perfectly hugging and complimenting her divine curves.

"This? I assure you, this is nothing more than--"

"A sorry attempt at stealing OUR spotlight! We won't stand for it, Lady! You're in for it now!"

Melinoë rolled her eyes. She knew better than to argue with Scylla's delusions by now. She raised her axe as the crowd cheered and the music began to play...