Introduction:
It is 2 years after the titan war. Thalia has quit the hunters, Nico and other demi gods of minor gods have joined the camp. Many new cabins have been installed for the Hades, Persephone, Hestia and minor gods like Iris, Nemesis etc. Percy still has the curse of Achilles.
Grover is the Lord of the Wild. Athena and Poseidon are on good terms. Everyone has turned friendly :)
Chapter 1: Camp Half-Blood forever
Percy's POV
It feels so good to be back to the camp. I and Annabeth, my beauty with brains, have been staying together in my mom's apartment to complete our high school. Well, we've been under watch by our godly parents. We both are eighteen now. But still, it's so heart-warming to have Annabeth around, she completes me. She's been with her dad in San Francisco for a month and she would be arriving anytime soon.
Suddenly, someone pushed me from behind. I fell on the ground with someone on my back. "Missed me, Seaweed brain?" Annabeth said while pinning me down. She looked gorgeous! Her blonde hair was loose with soft curls. Due to training at camp, she had that to-die-for figure. She had one streak of grey hair, which we both shared, a reminder of our quest where we took the weight of the sky. Yes, THE SKY, I wonder how Atlas bears it. Poor guy. I looked into her startling stormy gray eyes, that never fail to attract me and whispered, "More than you can imagine".
She got up and pulled me into a tight hug. I kissed her nape, "Never leave me again sweetheart, I'm so lonely without you." She kissed me and then whispered, "Aww Percy! I love you so so much".
I looked into her loving eyes and replied with a passionate kiss, "I love you too, Wise Girl."
With this, we started for our cabins. We met our demi-god friends on the way, all happy to be back home. Yes, camp half-blood is our home, it's where we belong. On our way, we saw Nico and Thalia. Nico had grown pretty handsome during these years. He's sixteen and has a well muscular body. He had dark hair, dark eyes and dark clothes. What else do you expect from a child of Hades? Thalia has left hunters, so she is sixteen now. Her spiky black hair was let open. She has blue eyes, same as her dad, Lord of the skies, Zeus. She has this GOTH look which makes her compatible with Nico. Hey, is something up between them?
"Nice to see you back, Seaweed brain!" Thalia said while giving me a punch and a hug. "Annabeth! You pretty thing, I've missed you so much" Thalia said while crushing her in a tight bear hug.
"You're so full of yourself little cuz", I winked. With this, I got another punch.
I gave Nico a bear hug and a high five. He hugged me and Annabeth and then we together went to our cabins.
On the way, I asked my cousin Nico," What's up between you and Thalia, dude!" He blushed and I got my answer there only. "We've been going out for a while". I could sense it, they looked so perfect together.
Annabeth's POV
Percy is so handsome! Those deep green eyes seem perfect with his dark hair. He is taller than me and his body- broad shoulders with narrow waist! All the girls at Goode were crazy for him. But Percy loves me and I love him. This is a fact and everyone knows.
While going back to our cabins with Thalia and Nico [they are going out, I can bet. They look so we-are-meant-to-be-together types] Percy exclaimed, 'Whoa! You guys are going out! This is amazing! Now we guys can stay in a group in pairs!'
Seeing Thalia and Nico blush I laughed, "You are so busted, Thalia. Why didn't you tell me?"
"Well that was supposed to be a secret." Nico blushed even more.
Then Percy gave an idea," Let's Party tonight, at the beach and then at my cabin. Just the four of us, what say? "
"Well coming it from you, it is a fabulous idea. We'll meet you guys at the beach after dinner," Thalia said while pushing me towards her cabin. Wow, tonight will be awesome. After deciding Thalia's dress, I decided to go to my cabin and meet my siblings. I saw Nico and Percy going to Poseidon's Cabin. Nico has turned handsome, not as handsome as Percy though.
I rushed to the Athena's Cabin and met my siblings. They were all following their usual routine - reading and research. I greeted them and quickly picked up my dress and rushed to the Zeus' Cabin. Thalia was waiting for me. "You are so late Annabeth." I said sorry and hugged her. "So, what's going on between you and Nico?" I asked. She blushed and said," Well, he asked me out a month ago and I really love him. We're so in love." We chuckled.
We were starting to dress up when there was a flash of light. We covered our eyes and after a moment we saw Aphrodite- Goddess of love and beauty. She was wearing a pink gown and she looked better than any actress. She looked at us and beamed," Annabeth and Thalia, how are you my pretty ladies? It seems you have a date today. Aww young people in love! So cute. You need any help?" Before we could answer, she clicked her fingers and led us to the mirror."Gods" I and Thalia muttered at the same time. I couldn't believe what I saw. I was wearing my blue and deep sea green strapless dress [Percy's favourite colours] and my hair was all set up in a tidy bun, with few strands coming out. I had a little make up on, pink blush made my cheeks better and a pink lipstick. I also had blue eye shadow and mascara on. Thalia had her black dress and her hair were set loose and were straightened. She had the same make-up on. "How do you like it girls?" Aphrodite said, proud at her work.
"We look like angels, thank you so much Lady Aphrodite" Thalia said, and we hugged her. She wink and said us bye, we closed our eyes and she was gone. I couldn't wait to see the boys' reaction!
Nico's POV
After we said bye to the girls, Percy and I went to our cabins. I selected my clothes, a black shirt and black jeans and went to Poseidon's Cabin. Percy was deciding his clothes when I surprised him. "Whoa Nico, you scared me" He said while giving me a high-five. "Yeah, cause I'm the son of Hades, God of death. You ought to be scared" I mumbled. We got ready and we were looking quite good. Percy had his blue shirt tucked on with black jeans. I had my black shirt tucked on with black jeans. We both had the top two buttons open, just to make it little casual.
Percy was studying me and after a few minutes asked," You and Thalia are serious? Or just trying it." I blushed, I knew about us. I and Thalia were deeply in love."We are serious" was all I could reply. Watching me blush, Percy laughed. He is a good guy and my best friend. And my cousin of course. Things were bitter between us earlier, but after the Titan war two years back, we've been on good terms. My dad doesn't like Percy much, because of some misunderstandings. But I think their bond has strengthened.
My dad and Thalia's dad are on good terms too. That's good. Maybe I don't get blasted to shreds by lightening if I kiss her.
We set off for the beach. I had asked a few kids from Apollo's Cabin to set some music for us. I also asked Percy to keep us dry, so that our dress is not ruined before the dance. I couldn't wait to see Thalia.
Percy had the same expression. I like Percy and Annabeth together, they are so devoted towards each other. The conflict between their parents has also sorted. Great, till now things are great.
THALIA's POV
We spotted the guys on the beach. There was Nico. GODS! He looked so hot. I ran to Nico and gave him a full kiss on the lips. Then Annabeth rushed to Percy and they kissed too. Nico was staring me and he said," Gods! Thalia, you look so freakin' hot." He captured me in a kiss. I never wanted it to end but then Percy coughed and Nico pulled away.
"Let's get into water guys. And don't worry I'll dry you all." With this, we ran into the water. Everyone was splashing water on each other. Percy and Annabeth started kissing. Nico pulled me and whispered in my ear, "I love you Thals, so much." I was so happy, it was so perfect. All I could say was, "I love you too Nico, you're perfect." Nico smiled and said, "No darling, WE are perfect." I kissed him and then he threw me in the waves. Percy motioned us to get underwater. As soon as we got underwater, Percy made us a water bubble and we were all watching the fishes. I noticed that all the sea creatures were bowing in front of Percy. Well that had to happen, since he is the son of Poseidon- the God of seas. Percy said something to Annabeth which made her laugh and she nodded and slapped him playfully and they kissed.
Suddenly I heard a whisper," Will you marry me, Thalia Grace? I love you more than life" WHOA, It can't be happening. Nico Di Angelo actually proposed me! I pinched myself to check whether I was dreaming. Ouch, NO. It was all real. I wrapped my arms around Nico's neck and pulled him closer. I whispered, 'Yes." The look on his face made my day.
He then took out a box from his pocket. Inside it was the most amazing ring I've ever seen. In the middle was a ferocia diamond [found only in Underworld] and surrounding it were black sapphires!
He put it on my finger and kissed my hand. I felt so happy I could dance. I never wanted this moment to stop. IT WAS PERFECT.
Annabeth's POV
"Let go of me!" I shouted and giggled as Percy grabbed me and started tickling. He laughed and let go of me. Then he made that puppy dog face which makes me want to kiss him. I sighed and kissed him lightly on his lips. He started tickling me again. I shouted and giggled," Percy! Please stop!" He laughed evilly and said, "Until you give me a reason to stop, I'll keep on tickling." He's so annoying, my boyfriend. He stopped. I sighed and kissed him hard. He started to pull away but I ran my fingers through his hair and held him tight and deepened the kiss. Finally, we were out of breath so we pulled away.
Percy grinned and said," For such a pleasure, I'd like to reward you with something." Being with him was no less than a reward. But I closed my eyes. I felt his arm circling my waist and he whispered, "My Wise Girl, I want to make you Annabeth Jackson. Will you marry me?" This question took me by surprise! I never thought Percy would ask me to marry him, that to so soon. He again made a puppy dog face. I chuckled and nodded and slapped him playfully on his chest.
He wrapped his arms around me. This is where I belong, with my Percy. The thought was so sweet it made me cry. Percy tightened his grip on me. I felt safe. I felt home.
Nico's POV
It's hard to believe that Thalia actually said yes. WOHOO, I'm living my dream. I need nothing else. Thalia is my life. I am the happiest man on the earth. I just wished our parents don't object. But it doesn't matter, I'll marry Thalia anyway. I know Thalia feels the same about this. It was about time, I signalled Percy to take us up. He looked very happy, Annabeth would've said yes too. Our plan worked!
I was happy for Percy.
Percy's POV
GODS! Annabeth said yes. I'm so happy. I'm on the top of the world. I always wanted a family and a family with the women I love makes it perfect. I kissed Annabeth, my arms caressing her perfect body. She's all mine now. I swear I'll protect her with my life.
I saw Nico signalling me. It was about time for our dance. He looked happy, that means Thalia would've said yes. Our plan worked!
I took us all to the surface. I had my arm around Annabeth and Nico had his on Thalia. This was such a happy moment. I dried everyone. The music started playing, I guess the Apollo's kid Will Solace was playing it. I thanked them in my mind and shifted my focus to Thalia and Annabeth. They looked so pretty, jumping with happiness and showing each other their rings.
Nico patted my back and we both grinned. This was our plan. We kept it a secret from others.
Will Solace changed the song. He played Turn around by Harry Belafonte. I took Annabeth's hand. We started dancing, my arm around her waist and her arm on my neck. She smiled at me; she was looking like an angel. I whispered," I'm looking at an angel and you've got this whole place glowing". She blushed to a deep colour of red. I tightened my grip on her. Then she pointed towards the other couple and smiled.
Nico and Thalia were looking like a teenage couple who are having their first dance. They both were blushing. Thalia asked Nico," Why are you smiling?" Nico looked into her eyes and said," Beauty does this to me."
I'm happy for them.
Finally, we changed pairs. I had Thalia and Nico had Annabeth. I didn't feel insecure. Nico is like a brother to me, he won't break my trust. Thalia gave me a tight hug. I hugged her back. "Congrats lightening girl, I'm so happy for you." She grinned and replied," You too Seaweed Brain, way to go." We both laughed and continued dancing. I could hear Nico and Annabeth talking. Nico grinned and congratulated her. Annabeth laughed and kissed him on the cheek. Finally the dance ended. We headed back to my cabin. Annabeth was sitting on my lap, playing with my hair and Thalia was sitting with her back on Nico between his legs. We played charades and truth and dare. Nico was dared to dance shirtless on Poker face. I was dared to take off my pants. Thankfully I had my blue boxers on, which were a little long. Annabeth was dared to kiss Nico, she kissed Nico on the cheek and they both blushed.
After that I asked," Where are you all sleeping?"
Annabeth said," I'm sleeping with you, do you mind?" Everyone laughed. I said," I'm dying to live this moment Annabeth." Thalia chuckled on my comment and Annabeth blushed. Nico said," Me and Thalia at the Hades' Cabin." He winked at Thalia.
"So goodnight everybody and all the best. Tonight was adorable. I love you all." Thalia said. We gave quick hugs and they left. On the door Nico winked me. I grinned.
Annabeth pushed me on the bed and said coyly," That leaves just you and me, Seaweed Brain." I ran my hand through her hair and pulled her close. I started kissing her body. I could feel the heat and she could feel my body harden. She took off my clothes and stared me. I raised my eyebrows questioning; she quoted Nico," Beauty makes me do this." She pulled her clothes off and got on top off me. Then it all started. When we were over, we both were so tired we slept in each other's arms. Tomorrow is going to be a good day, I hoped.
Nico's POV.
I picked Thalia bridal style and took her to my cabin. It was decorated with bones and dark colours which were Thalia's favourite. I threw her on my bad and began taking off her clothes. She looked at me and chuckled. I blushed. I asked, "What?'' She smiled and pushed me on the bed. She took off her clothes and began touching me. My body was on fire. I started caressing her body with my hands, first her flat stomach then up. She moaned. Then the bliss started. I don't remember when we stopped and slept. But I woke up to see her sleep with a smile.
Chapter 2: Parent-child confessions
Annabeth's POV.
I woke up with Percy Jackson, my charming fiancé. I kissed his forehead and got up. I was a little sore so I went to take a bath. I was bathing when Percy came inside the bathroom. He had no clothes on, so he stepped with me in the shower. WOW, this felt awesome. He was washing my body with his hands, and I was washing his with my hands. We washed and got ready together.
It was already 9, so we rushed to the Pavilion. We met Thalia and Nico on our way, they seem happy. I winked at them and grinned. I hugged Thalia and kissed Nico on the cheek. Thalia crushed Percy in a bear hug, kissed him and started ruffling his hair. Percy chuckled and kissed her cheek. He gave Nico a high-five and a hug. After a family re-union we went to our respective tables. I was surprised to see my Mother sitting there. Uh-oh, she won't like what I did last night. But I had to face her, after all Percy is my life. And yes, my mom is Athena- Goddess of Wisdom. She has gray eyes like me and a pretty figure. She's beautiful.
I kissed her on the cheek and hugged her. I feel so happy to be with mom. She said with a wink," Nice ring Annabeth, the one who gave you has a good choice." I blushed and looked away. My mom chuckled. "Mom, I'm getting married." She hugged me and we both laughed. Then my mom said,"Annabeth dear, I have a confession to make." I was surprised my mom wanted to tell me something. I smiled and nodded her to move on. She said," I don't know how you'll react to it, but I'm dating Poseidon." My jaw dropped." WHAT! You're dating Percy's daddy! Mom that would make me and Percy siblings, I don't want that." Athena smiled and said," No child, you can marry Percy even if I'm with Poseidon." I felt relieved; I can't imagine Percy as my sibling. "Mom, I'm so happy for you" I said as I gave her a tight hug. She gave me her blessing and together we headed to the Poseidon table.
Percy's POV
I kissed Annabeth good-bye and went to my table. I was surprised to see my dad sitting there. My dad's Poseidon- God of the seas. He has Hawaiian shirt and bermuda shorts always. He's always smiling. I went to him and hugged him," Hi dad. Long time, how have you been?" He gave me a wink which made it clear that he knows about yesterday's event.
He said," I've been good son. I know you've been good too. I have a confession to make, dear." Okay, my dad wants to share something. That's rare. "Go on, dad. I'm all ears." He faced me and said, "Percy, I'm dating Athena." and looked away. I was shocked. I almost yelled," Dad! That would make me and Annabeth siblings!" He smiled and said," No son, you can marry Annabeth, it won't affect your relationship." Well that made me feel better. Me and Annabeth siblings, uhh, I don't even want to think. I gave him a high-five and said," I'm happy for you Dad, you have a nice choice." He winked and said," Like Father, like son."
We saw two pretty ladies coming. Yep, that was my Annabeth with her Mom. They come and sat with us. Athena with me and Annabeth with Poseidon. Athena gave me a hug and a light kiss on the cheek. Poseidon hugged Annabeth. "So congratulation kids" My dad and Athena said. I smiled and Annabeth blushed. Suddenly it striked me," Dad, what about Amphitrite?" Athena and Poseidon chuckled. Dad said," She's in Tartarus, she challenged Aphrodite. She claimed she has more beauty and strength. But son, Aphrodite can be very dangerous. And Amphitrite has misbehaved with many sea naiads." I was happy, I didn't like her much. 'Good job Lady Aphrodite' I thought in my mind. 'Thank you Percy, you're very sweet' she said in my mind. I smiled.
Nico's POV.
After a quick kiss with Thalia, I went to my table. I saw Hades waiting for me. At first, I thought I was hallucinating but when I came near, it was actually Hades. "Hi daddy. What's up?" I said as I hugged him. Well my dad is very cool, but he's not very social. He doesn't like interacting much. "Hello Son, how have you been?" he said in his deep voice.
"I've been good daddy, I missed you." I was not expecting a reply but he said, "I have missed you too son, I'm proud of you." Tears swelled up in my eyes, I couldn't believe my dad just praised me, even more, missed me. I hugged him tightly, after all he is my dad, and I got to love him. He smiled at me and hugged me back.
"Daddy, I have a confession to make." He frowned, "Go on son, I'm listening." I build up all the courage and said looking straight in his eyes, "Daddy, I love Thalia. I have already proposed her for marriage and she has said yes. I can't live without her, she's my life. We need your blessings." He smiled and said," I knew it was coming. I'm happy for you son and I have no problems with you relationship. You'll always have my blessings. I can't assure you about Zeus though." Uhh Zeus! How can I forget him? But I'm happy my dad is supporting me. I love my dad.
Thalia's POV.
Nico left me after a quick little kiss. Aww! I miss him already. So I was heading towards my table when I saw my dad sitting there, impatient. Jeez, he's always been like this, irritated by everyone. He is THE LORD ZEUS- God of skies. I walked up to him and said, 'I dad.' He didn't bother to look, he just nodded me to sit down. He looked at me and arched his eyebrows. He knew about yesterday's events. Damn, I wanted to wait a bit before telling."So dad, what's been up? It's been ages since I last saw you." He gave a 'lightening stare' as if he didn't want this as an answer. "What's going on with Thalia? You seem very happy today," he said.
Yes, I was happy. But not for long. "Dad, I want to tell you something". He nodded me to go on. "I like Nico, the son of Hades. He asked me to marry him and I've accepted already. I won't leave him. I just want your blessing." His jaw dropped. I saw lightening in his eyes, somewhat like mine when I'm angry but his was fiercer. He balled his fist and yelled," THALIA GRACE! WHAT AM I HEARING! How could you say yes without asking me? I'm your dad for heavens' sake. Don't you need my permission?" wow, I have made a fool of myself in front of everyone. Everyone was watching us now. As if sensing it, he calmed down. He said, no ordered, "I don't want to see you around that Hades' kid."
Hey! How can he take my decisions? He's never shown up in ages and now he wants to take my decision. Like I'll let him do whatever he wants. I yelled," I LOVE NICO, I won't stay away from him. I will marry him, he is my life. You are no one to take my decision. If you want us apart, please kill me. Because staying away from him will kill me eventually." I looked at Nico; he was looking at me with that sad face. Gods! I made him sad. My dad and I were glaring each other. Suddenly I had tears in my eyes. I started crying. I ran off to Nico. He took me in his arms and tried to soothe me. I'm safe in his arms, I know.
Chapter 3- The Quest.
Percy's POV-
We all saw the family re-union of Thalia and Zeus. I wish Zeus was a little more understanding. Well I'm glad my dad is not like him. My dad is so cool and he smells like ocean breeze. Me and Annabeth said our byes to our parents and went to Nico and Thalia. Thalia had stopped crying, thank gods. Then Chiron called for us. We went to the Big House. Mr.D looked amuse, gods know why. Oh well, he is a god too. He smirked when we all came and went outside. We ignored him. Then Chiron came to us, his face grim. "Heroes, you all have a difficult task ahead. A monster is roaming in the streets of Manhattan. It's a very dangerous monster. It's a Python." he said. Nico asked," Python as in, the snake one? It would be easy to handle."
To this my Wise Girl replied," No Nico, the Python is a monster by mother Gaia. He was an enemy of Lord Apollo, who had slew him and thrown into Tartarus. He is very strong."
Chiron nodded in agreement," Now you should go and visit your Oracle, Rachel Dare." We went to Rachel who was seated in her cave."Hi guys, wassup?" . We all waved her. Then the green mist started coming out of her mouth as she recited the prophecy-
"Four heroes shall go west,
To face an evil greater than the rest;
To death one may fall,
But love wins over all."
And she fainted. We reached the Big House to tell Chiron about the Prophecy. There we met Apollo- The god of sun and music. He should be a model. He gave us a high-five and then told us," Little cousins, The Python is very powerful, It took all my power to barely slay him. He has the strength of Hyperion- Titan of Light. Group work may help you. And ofcourse good archery." He winked at Thalia. He came to me and said," You will be the leader Percy. Their responsibility is in your hands."
Wow, why always me. He clicked his fingers and a live video appeared. There I saw this huge snake, with creepy scales. I was wishing someone says 'Hey this is our friend Charlie! He's going to help us.' But everyone was looking serious. Apollo chuckled; guess he might have read my mind.
"So heroes, go slay our friend Charlie, I mean the Python." Apollo said and chuckled. He winked at me and giggled. Hey, Apollo is one of my close friends also. He should be a model. Apollo chuckled again and gave me a hug. I should probably think less in front of the gods.
We all started to go into our cabins to pack stuff. Annabeth was looking quite sad. I decided to talk to her on the journey; it's going to be long.
Chapter 4: The news
Annabeth's POV
I don't know why but I'm having nausea and vomiting. I did not have something heavy. I was feeling very tired. Then it striked me, these are symptoms of pregnancy. Could I be pregnant? It could be. I rushed to the Zeus cabin. I found Thalia packing. I almost jumped at Thalia," Thals! You need to help me. I think I'm pregnant." Thalia looked as if she's going to faint. She stared me with her mouth open. Well, I can't blame her. Who gets pregnant at 18?
She quickly rushed to the Hermes' Cabin and brought few pregnancy tests. I ran to the washroom. I was surprised to see the test. I stared at it for another 15 mins. Thalia came in the washroom; she saw the test and looked surprised. I smiled, I was having Percy's baby. I hoped he looked like Percy. I wanted this so bad, I started crying. Thalia took me in her arms. How am I going to tell Percy?
Thalia's POV
I took Annabeth in my arms. First she was smiling, now she's crying. Maybe she's in trauma. I tried to comfort her. I asked," Why are you crying Annabeth? Everything will be fine, it's okay just calm down." She looked at me and smiled," Thals, I'm having Percy's baby. I'm so happy. It's like a dream come true; we're having a family now." She had tears in her eyes. How cute. But how are we going to tell Percy? And hey, I could be pregnant too. I told Annabeth I'll check too. I went into the washroom, I felt relieved.
The tests were negative. So atleast I'm saved for now. Then it striked me, what about the quest? Annabeth cant travel and fight in this condition! I asked Annabeth," Annabeth, what about the quest? You can't fight in this condition. And what if something happens to the baby? We can't risks. You need to stay here. She was crying again. I think I made her sadder. Suddenly there was a flash of light, we covered our eyes and when we opened, we saw Lord Poseidon and Lady Athena. I bowed to them, Annabeth just stared them.
Athena took Annabeth in her arms and started to calm her. Poseidon said," Don't worry Annabeth dear, nothing will happen to our grandchild. We're giving you our blessing." With this, they touched her belly and started muttering something. Annabeth's stomach started glowing and she looked better. Athena stood up and said,"Annabeth, we have blessed you with security. Nothing can harm you and your kid now. It's like Achilles curse, except it doesn't have any spot. But Annabeth, don't overdo. You'll get tired. If you feel very tired, go to the water, it'll heal you. And you don't need sea bubble now, you'll be able to breathe underwater. You're the Princess of Sea, as you have Percy's child." Annabeth had a wide smile on her face. She touched her stomach and hugged Poseidon and Athena. Then they left. Now it was time to confront Percy.
Percy's POV
After we were done packing, I and Nico went to the Pavilion to wait for the girls. We saw Annabeth and Thalia coming. Annabeth looked pale, as if she's not well or had been crying all the time. Thalia had a concerned look on her face. I wonder
What could be the problem? I rushed to her. She looked at me and smiled. I had to smile looking at her angelic face. I picked her up and took her to my table. She kissed me. She looked upset. "What's the problem Wise Girl? You look so upset", I asked. She stared me for a minute then said, "I'm pregnant Percy. You're going to be a daddy."
Whoa, I could be dreaming. I pinched myself. No, it's not a dream. Annabeth is pregnant, with my baby. I was too shocked to react. I'm going to be a daddy! This was too much to take. Annabeth looked at me with a sad face. She might be thinking am not happy with it. Happy? I'm so damn happy I could dance. I was going to have a family. But I was too shocked too react. Annabeth had tears in her eyes, "If you don't want the baby, we could think of other alternative. Don't leave me please."
"I will never ever leave you honey, I'm glad you're having my baby. I hope our baby has brains and looks like you." I grinned. She looked so happy. I kissed her lightly, but she deepened the kiss. Nico was staring us with an open mouth. Ha-ha, he looked so like Hades. Now it's time for our quest. Wait, Quest? How can Annabeth go! I won't allow her. If anything happens to her or the baby, I will die. 'You're not going anywhere Annabeth, stay and rest,' I told her.
She slapped me playfully and replied,' I'm much stronger than you Seaweed Brain, plus I have our parents blessing.'
'Parent's blessing?' I asked. Then she told me everything. I thanked my dad and Lady Athena. 'You can call me mom,' she said in my mind. I smiled. 'Thanks mom, I love you.' I could feel her smiling. Now let's start for the quest.
Chapter 5: The journey and fight
Nico's POV
Oh GODS! What am I hearing? Annabeth's pregnant. I couldn't believe it! I was staring them when I remembered, even Thalia could be pregnant! I looked at her and raised my eyebrow. She smiled and said no. Phew, I'm saved. I mean, even if she was pregnant I won't have any problem. But on a quest, she could be in danger. And her dad is not like Annabeth's mom. He wouldn't have given her a blessing.
She wrapped her arms around my neck and pulled me close.' I want to have a baby too,' she giggled. I kissed her forehead. I said,' Why not, we'll try after the quest. Promise me you won't do anything reckless while fighting. If anything happens to you, I won't be able to live.' She hushed me with her finger and said,' I'll be with you forever.' Then we kissed and went downhill where Argus was waiting for us with the car. I and Thalia sat together, Percy and Annabeth together. Annabeth was sitting in Percy's lap and they both had their hands on Annabeth's tummy. I couldn't help but smile. They looked so perfect together. I'll teach Percy's kid some cool stuff. I don't know why, but I'm feeling very attached to this baby.
Thalia had her head on my lap and I was playing with her hair. She looked so beautiful. How did I get so lucky? We talked about Thalia's dad and then we were making out, well we couldn't help it. I loved the feeling of her lips. And she loved kissing me. And we loved each other.
We were busy making out when we reached our destination.
Percy's POV
We reached Manhattan in 2 hours, due to the traffic. We told Argus to go back and we took a bus to the point where the Python was attacking. I was wondering what it would look like in the Mist. Maybe a bulldozer destroying building, or some crazy animal wandering in the streets and crushing whatever came in view. Well, we reached the point and say a huge creature which looked like a crocodile and lizard hybrid. It was about 16 ft long and 30 ft tall. HUGE creature. People would be seeing this as a HUGE bulldozer destroying buildings or maybe a Godzilla size animal crushing people.
It had creepy green scales and his fingers were sharp blades. His teeth somewhat resembled shark's one and his eyes were blood red. His thirsty eyes locked with ours and he growled in our minds, 'Demigods! I want demi-god blood. A son of Apollo would do the best.' I shivered, he sounded ancient, like Kronos did. Then Annabeth answered, as if she read my mind,' He was the guard of the centre of the earth. He is the descendant of Gaea. So he's of Titan age. I don't know why he turned bad, maybe his loyalty to the Titans.'
'I am Percy Jackson, Son of Poseidon. She is Annabeth Chase, daughter of Athena. She is Thalia Grace, daughter of Zeus and he is Nico di Angelo, son of Hades.' I spoke, wishing he gets terrified seeing the kids of the Big Three and not to forget the wise Athena. Instead he barked (he always does mind telepathy, maybe he doesn't have great vocal cords or he has got pain in his Jaw muscles),'Too bad, no kid of Apollo. I'll kill you children, after all you are somewhat related to Apollo. The Gods will fear me.'
I was looking at my friends, they were terrified. I shook Annabeth and she looked at me, with concerned looks, as if it could be out last day. I quickly kissed her and saw Nico and Thalia doing the same. 'Now Wise Girl, we need some strategy,' I winked. She smiled. All set for the battle.
We all except Annabeth, who needed time to think, charged at the Python. He was so swift. Thalia's lightening barely affected him, because they weren't that strong. Nico's army of dead was being crushed. I couldn't control him with water; he was too giant and swift. He threw us all away with his spiky tail. We got wounds, but not major. Annabeth, think fast!
Annabeth's POV
I had to think of a plan fast. I can't risk their lives, especially Percy's. I prayed to my mom and began to think of a good strategy. It struck me the very moment. I started to give orders,' Nico, make a huge crater in the earth, big enough for the Python to get stuck in it. Percy, we're near the lake so you summon water and trap the Python. The water will make the soil wet, thereby reducing the Python's swift movement. Try to bind it with the water, as much as possible. Thalia, strike your lightening on the water. Water will increase its magnitude many folds. Then I will strike it with my sword, because I think I know its weak point. Disperse!'
Then everybody started following my orders, Nico created a crater which was exactly the size I wanted, Percy was amazing with the water. He had binded the Python perfectly. Thalia striked her most powerful lightening on the Python, the magnitude of the current was increased many folds. The Python shrieked in pain and collapsed. Then Percy retreated the water. Now it was my turn, I jumped into the crater. I charged towards the Python, ready to strike the point between his eyes. That was his weakness because it was the area where the skin was the thinnest. As soon as I climbed up his nose, he rose. I was on top of his head and he was swaying his head insanely to make me fall. I was trying to make a grip when Percy created a water cushion beneath the Python, in case I fell down. I smiled at his concern. I was trying to make balance since the past 15 mins and everything around me began to stir. I couldn't see properly. Pregnancy was tiring me badly. Then I remembered, water could help me. I waved Percy, he brought water near me to jump, maybe he was thinking something else. I quickly touched the water. The water started circling me, mostly near my belly. I felt energy sweeping inside me. Okay, I was all set now. I quickly uncapped Riptide. Yes, I asked Percy to give me Riptide while he controlled the water. Percy was still holding the water, whereas Nico and Thalia were all worn out. I striked the point with Riptide with all my energy. The monster shrieked and changed into a dust. I was very tired, I had reached my limit. Next thing I knew, I was falling from a height of 40 feet [the monster rose on his legs, so the height increased.], I fell on something very light, water cushion? I felt someone's arms around me. My eyes opened a little, I saw Thalia and Nico standing in front of me with very concerned expression. Did I look that bad? Then my eyes searched for Percy and I saw him. I was in his laps and he was healing me with water. I wanted to stay in his arms forever. I smiled at this feeling and my eyes closed. I had a happy dream.
Chapter 6: Finally home
Thalia's POV
The Python was a tough guy. It took all our power to stop him, at our limits. Percy outshone us, as usual. He controlled the water till the very end and while we collapsed, he was healing Annabeth. How powerful is he getting? The lightening took all my energy and after the strike I collapsed. I didn't have the strength to even move a muscle. I was worried about Nico, last time I saw him, he was trying to keep the crater in place, and without letting the Python damage it. I closed my eyes while my body relaxed. I opened my eyes to find Nico leaning over me. He looked worn out; he had reached his limits too. He fed me Nectar and Ambrosia. I felt a little energy beginning to form in my body. Nico helped me get to my feet and then what I saw surprised me. There were dust winds all over and Annabeth was falling from a huge height. I tried to run to catch her, but my limbs weren't responding. I looked at Nico for help; he was in the same condition. Oh my poor boy, he was barely able to keep himself straight but he was helping me to get balance.
Annabeth! I shouted. Then I saw her fall, I closed my eyes. I couldn't see it. I quickly put my face in Nico's chest. I was feeling miserable. I started to cry. After a few moments, Nico shook me. 'Look there Thals, Annabeth is fine. Percy saved her,' he said while pointing towards Percy, who had Annabeth in his laps. I walked to him. He looked so worn out; his hands were trembling as he was healing Annabeth. He looked as if he was about to cry. Then Annabeth opened her eyes. She looked so weak, I was about to cry. She smiled and Percy, then her eyes closed. Percy collapsed. His whole body was trembling. He had pressured his muscles a lot. 'Feed him Ambrosia and Nectar and take him to the water,' I told Nico while I picked Annabeth. She weighed light. I could see the bulge in her stomach now. I'm so happy it ended well. The prophecy was complete. It was Annabeth who was falling to Death and Percy, even though he reached his limit, saved her. That's love.
Nico's POV
I rushed as fast I could with Percy on my back to the water. He was trembling badly even after feeding him Ambrosia. I dropped him in the water, not at great depth, but knee-length deep. I saw his colour becoming better. His trembling stopped. Then a light shone in the depths of the lake and Poseidon emerged. 'Lord Poseidon. Hey Uncle! Could you help a little?' I asked while he patted my back. I felt as if someone fed me with Gatorade, I felt my energy growing. Poseidon looked at Percy gloomily. I figured that Percy wasn't in good condition. 'He stressed himself too much, his muscles have been stretched. He won't be up for a few days. I wonder how he managed to fight in such pain,' he said while touching Percy's forehead. He looked better now. Then I remembered the prophecy,' To the deaths may one fall; but love wins over all.' It was love that helped Percy fight in such pain.
I smiled. Poseidon smiled too, as if reading my thoughts. 'How's Annabeth doing? Is she and the baby fine?' I asked while looking over at the girls' direction. Thalia had put Annabeth on the bench, with her head in Thalia's lap. Annabeth had her hand on her stomach. How motherly, I thought. ' The baby is perfectly fine, he took Annabeth's energy to protect himself from the stress forming in Annabeth's body. That's why Annabeth is unconscious right now. The water gave her powers, but it won't work much. Because the water had Percy's energy. So Percy is in even grave condition. I have informed Chiron, Argus will be arriving anytime soon,' He said, still looking at Percy. Just as he said this, Argus appeared. Poseidon disappeared in the depths of the lake. Thalia waved me. We helped Annabeth and Percy lay on the backseat and we collapsed on the front seat. We both were lying, Thalia on me. Though I was too tired to hold her weight, but her presence seemed to boost my energy. She laid her head on my chest and whispered, 'I'm glad you're safe. I would've died if anything happened to you.' She had tears in her eyes. I've never felt this loved ever in my life. I brushed her tear off and kissed her cheeks. 'Your love keeps me alive,' I said while giving her a long kiss. She started sobbing in my chest. I wrapped my arms around her tightly, wishing I could absorb all her grief. She smiled at me, with tears still shimmering in her eyes. She kissed me, her arms wrapping around me tightly, her body pressing against mine. I lost the track of time and then I realized we had slept the whole journey. Argus helped me up. Then we took Annabeth and Percy to the infirmary. Annabeth opened her eyes,' What had happened?' We began to tell her the whole story.
Chapter 6: Family.
Annabeth's POV
I woke up and saw Nico and Thalia, looking tired. 'What had happened?' I asked. All time I thought I was in a car with Percy sleeping with me. Then they narrated me the whole scene what had happened after I collapsed. I felt tears beginning to form in my eyes. How could he love me so much? I looked at the most handsome boy sleeping beside me. He looked as if he wouldn't wake up, so tired, so worn out. Seeing his condition made me cry. He risked so much for me, for our baby. 'OUR' baby, I kept my hand on my stomach. I felt a kick. I smiled. We are a family. Percy promised he would protect us. I kissed his forehead. Thalia and Nico were looking at me, confused. 'Percy risked so much for me, I don't have words to describe my feelings,' I said, one hand stroking my tummy, the other stroking Percy's face.
Thalia looked at me and smiled. Nico hugged me tight. They were my family too, it's because of them I'm well. I kissed them on their cheeks and asked them to rest. 'Will you be fine?' Thalia asked. I nodded and smiled. How caring of them. 'I'll go fetch Will Solace for you, he'll keep an eye on Percy too,' Nico said and rushed towards the Apollo cabin.
Thalia took a cot just beside mine and closed her eyes. The next minute she was fast asleep. Nico came with Will Solace. He had a worried look when he saw me and Percy. I smiled to ensure him we're fine. Nico crept beside Thalia, kissed her forehead and slept. I smiled at this cute gesture. Will took a look at me and Percy. 'Percy has stressed himself too much, he's doing very well. But he will take a few days t recover. As for you Annabeth, you're weak. You need to start eating and rest to provide energy to the baby. Your baby is perfectly fine, very healthy. I wonder why he wasn't harmed even a bit. He wasn't even affected a little!' He said with a confused expression on his face. I giggled and told him about our parent's blessing. He smiled and touched my stomach, ' It is a boy.'
Today I realized the meaning of family. I will protect them with my life. I kissed Percy's forehead and cheek. He was burning. I slept beside him and dreamt about our family.