It was just another day in hot day in New York city. Nothing has really changed since me and my mom moved here from Indiana... well more like returned from Indiana seeing as how I was born here but grew up there. But the buildings are a bigger than they were in the small town I came from. And there were a lot more people here as well. Other than that its pretty similar.
Oh, by the way my name is Nichole Vaughn, I'm a single middle school student, current 13 year old lesbian, but that's pretty normal when you were raised by a lesbian for a mother. My normal outfit consist of a skirt with flame pattern lining the bottom and a dark red shirt with a gring skull on the center, my dark brown hair is tied up in a ponytail by a silver ribbon, Oh, and I'm a demi-god or Half-human half-god if you didn't know. Most of you are probably wondering How my mother had a child when she was a lesbian. Well... it's kind of a weird situation.
You see, the way my mother explained it to me was I'm a 'Brain child' or something like that. My mom and my mother hooked up and my godly mother discided to have a kid with her. Since she was a god I can totally see it happening since the last guy who hit on my mom got slapped so hard she knocked his tooth out. But anyway, My mom didn't tell me who my other mother was since it was against some kind of law or something.
She said that cause I'd start attracting monters soon that we had to move to New york and that I'd be staying at a summer camp that was for people like me. So I was kinda excited to meet other demi-gods. But for now I had to go to Yancy academy, a boarding school for kids who have issue's learning. Like me being dyslexic, where words just seemed to get jummbled up constantly, and ADHD, where I can barely sit still for something I'm not interested in.
It's a good thing my mom got me interested in Greek mythology when I was younger. Otherwise I doubt I'd be into it at all.
But anyway my class was currently on a trip to the Metropolitan museum of art, that was currently being led by our latin teacher Mr Burner, A middle aged man with scraggy thinning brown hair and beard and confined to a wheelchair with his normal tweed jacket, who despite his apearance was one of my and a few other peoples favorite teacher. He oftan told interesting storys in class and was always gung ho for a joke or two.
Currently I was sitting next to the only two... slightly normal people in school that didn't either hit on me or try and pick on me, key word being try, as the last time someone did... well, let's just say they avoided her afterwards. Anyway, Nichole's current friends were Percy Jackson, a boy who she found out also has the same issues with learning that she did, he wore a navy blue shirt with a picture of a shark jumping out of the shirt to bite you and some loose black shorts that went past his knees.
Then there's Grover underwood he wore standard blue jean pants that were pretty loose on him and a burnt orange tee shirt no pictures, who had to walk on cruches since he was crippled. Though that dosen't stop him from being first in line when the school has enchiladas. They were currently talking about something, though I kinda zoned out the entire trip.
As the bus pulled into the parking lot I couldn't help but marvel at the building. Even thought I had been living in new york for a few month's I couldn't help but be amazed at how different the buildings here are.
"Come on everyone" Mr Burner said as he some how got off the bus while I was looking at the building. "Stay together and don't wander off. This means you Nichole!" He started to say only to yell out the last part getting a small blush from me, though it wasn't noticeable, as others laughed quietly. See.. I got lost on one of our last outings and he hasn't dropped it since, always keeping a close eye on me so I didn't suddenly disapear. It's not my fault I have a bad since of direction!
Mom say's I got it from her since my godly mother always knew where she was. Anyway, He also looked at Percy when he said that, as he always ended up in some kind of trouble. The first stop of the tour was of some cases carrying some broze sword's and shields, as well as a few bronze spears. Though I spent more time looking at the bow's with bronze tipped arrows, letting stray thoughts come and go. 'I wonder if they are well taken care of.' was one of them.
"Keep up Jackson, Vaughn." Mrs. Dodd's said sweetly when she noticed both me and Percy were still looking at the weapons while the class had moved forward. She was this little math teacher from Georgia who always wears a black leather Jacket, even though she was like 50 years old. She joined just after Christmas break after their previous Math teacher had a nervous breakdown.
She really didnt like Percy as she often called upon him when she knew he didnt have the answer to the question asked.
So for the new few hours Mr Burner led our group around giving explanations about anything we passed. Both Roman and greek weapons, as well as strategies that were used in certain battles such as the Battle of Troy. I personaly found the Trogen horse quite interesting. And agree that Athena's gift was better than Poseidon's, Seriously what would they use salt water for? At least they could use the Olives for food or oil.
Currently the group was making their way through hallways, where both Percy and me were looking at the Mosaics and plates that lined the walled or being secured in special cases, so that no one could touch them or ruin them in anyway. There were some that we recognised from the stories Mr Burner spoke about in class.
Though I wasn't really paying attention since I was focused on a mural of the greek gods. It showed all 12 of main gods... though I was slightly sad that Lady Hestia wasn't in the mural as well. She was my thrid favorite! Right after Artemis and Athena. Though I was snapped back into reality when she heard Percy yell at Nancy to shut up.
"Mr Jackson do you have something you'd wish to say?" Mr burner asked while clasping his hands together in his lap.
"No sir." Was the mumbled reply he got from the boy causing some of the other kids to chuckle quietly at him.
"Well, then perhaps you can tell me what is happening in this picture?" He asked while motioning at some picture that was on stele which showed a man sitting on a throne with a child in his hand and mouth wide open.
"Um" Percy started and gained a bit of confidence when he recognised the pictures. "That's Kronos eating his kids."
"Yes, and he did this because...?" Mr Burner said training off showing he wasn't satisfied.
"Well..." I heard as he started while trying to think things over. "Kronos was the King Go- I mean Titan, but he didn't trust his kids who were gods. So, he um, ate them right? But his wife hid baby Zues and gave Kronos a rock to eat instead. Then when Zues was older and strong enough he tricked his dad into throwing up his brothers and sisters-" He got this far when he was cut off by the girls in the class to say Eewwww, Except me of course.
This only caused everyone else to roll their eyes. "Then there was a huge fight and the god's won." He continued and fineshed getting a nod of approval from Mr Burner.
"Correct Mr Jackson, and that It how the world came to be ruled by the Twelve Olypian's. The most powerful being the three brothers Zues, Poseidon, and Hades." He said pointing towards three small figures before continuing, "But since then they have been rivals. And on many Occasions the gods come down to earth and how should I put this..." He started again before being interupted by me.
"Hooked up cause they couldn't control themselves. Stupid perverted males." This caused quite a few people to laugh, even Mr burner and Mrs Dodd's, though no one noticed the slight nervious twitch Mr Burner gave.
"That is correct, but is it wise to call the gods that?" He questioned.
"Meh, While I belive in the gods I also belive that they should be faithful, or that the women should put a shorter leash on them." Was the blunt reply getting a nervious chuckle from the old man.
"It'd certainly fix a lot of problems." Was his mumbled reply. However he and some other's did hear a chuckle and a mumbled question from Nancy. "Like were going to use this stuff in real life. Really what job would ask, 'Why did Kronos eat his kids?' Or 'Name a few of the Demi-god listed throughout history'."
"And Why Mrs Vaughn, to paraphrase Mrs Bobofit's excellent question, dose this matter in real life?" Mr Burner asked.
"Well, I can think of a few, such as if you get a job at a Museum like this, or for all we know the god's are currently still around as well as the monsters of old. For all we know there could be a demi-god in our class." Was the answer he got. Getting shocked looks from Mr Burner, Mrs Dodd's and Grover, and weird looks from everyone else.
"Uhh, yes, vary interesting. Full credit to the both of you. Mrs Dodd's if you could please lead us outside for lunch." He asked as he eye'd me curriously.
Said teacher nodded and begin to usher the group outside, walking them back through the Museum with grover next to me. It didn't take long for me to realise Percy wasn't next to us and saw him off to the side talking to Mr burner, but shrugged it off and continued to walk.
But as they got halfway down the hall way I noticed another path to a different room. Curiosity getting the best of me I slipped away from grover and made my way to the door and read the sign next to it, though it took a few moments for the words to correctly form. 'Huh, The hall of Greek Goddesses?'. As I entered the room I quickly noticed the Statues around it. One being Aphrodite's, another of Athena, then Artemis, and finaly Hestia. Though it slightly dusty when compaired it to the others.
Seeing a duster off to the side, I went to work on dusting off Lady Hestia's statue. Once that was done I closed my eyes and silently prayed. 'Don't worry Lady Hestia, your not forgotten.' If she had looked at the statue she would of noticed a slight glow to it before it died down.
"Here you are, and I'm Sure Lady Hestia greatly appriciated that Nichole." A voice came from behind me, I could already tell it was Mr Burner.
"I hope so. It's always been a bit of a downer when I see how she's treated." Was the reply I gave as I checked the Statue over for any more dust.
"I completely agree." He stated while also looking at the statue.
They sat in silence for a few moment before I broke it. "I'm sure you have some questions about what I said before right?"
He was Slightly startled but none the less nodded. "Yes I was wondering what you ment by what you said."
"We both know the gods are Real Mr burner. As well as the Demi-gods, considering I am one." I said to the hidden question. Knowing he was more than he seemed.
He stared at her for a bit before sighing. "how long have you known and do you know which parent?" Mr Burner asked.
I turned to face him while shaking my head. "I don't know who it is only that It is a Goddess." causing him to blink.
"I thought you live with your mother?" He asked with a confused expression.
"I do, But that's the thing. I have two mom's." I said before walking out the door leaving a shock and confused man behind.
'Two mothers? this is a first I've heard of such happening. Hmmm, interesting.' He thought before leaving as well only to see Mrs dodd's leading Percy away and quickly going after them.
I on the other hand made my way over to a nervious grover. "Hey G-man, what's up?"
"N-nothing. Have you seen Mr Burner?" He nerviously asked.
"Grover, man, You suck at lieing, and He just left after Perc and Mrs. Dodd's why?" I stated causing him to calm down.
"Nothing I was just worried Percy would get in a lot of trouble. But Mr Burner should keep it low." Was the reply I got and after giving him a currious look I shrugged it off and began eating. Shortly after Mr Burner returned and a few mintues later Percy returned getting confused after talking to both Nancy and returning a pen to Mr Burner before joining us.
"Hey guy do you know who Mrs Dodd's is?" He asked, still showing his confused expression.
Grover was the first to reply though seem a bit hesitant. "W-who?"
Nichole was about to say yes but cought a look from Mr Burner and chose to play along, "Sorry Percy, I haven't heard of her. I think your getting a bit stressed out over the end of the term test."
Percy was confused about their answers but shook his head and just sat down and continued to eat. I could tell he wasn't buying it but there wasn't much I could do. It wasn't my choise on weather to tell him or not.