"You don't need to repay anything," Aphrodite protested again. "Marcella," Aphrodite leaned forward, making sure she sounded serious, "I'm the goddess of love, but that doesn't just mean romantic love. I love my family with all my heart. My children are my favourite people in the world. You're Ares' child, so you're my step-daughter. You're my family. And I'm going to take care of you if you'll let me. You don't owe anyone anything and if anyone tells you differently, you send them to me."