The void surrounded him. Nothingness everlasting. He sighed.
What is it this time, Fates? Another quest? Haven't I done enough to earn a break?
The void gave him no response, instead manifesting a mirror. Black messy hair and sea green eyes that were done with this shit shown back at him. He saw Himself in the mirror, Himself saw back.
The Fates required greatness from you. And you delivered. Yet, for all you have done, it was not nearly enough. Foresight is a powerful thing indeed.
The man in the mirror glowed a sea green and gave him a soft smile. This contrasted the growing frown upon the other man's face. He sighed into his hands and prepared himself for what it was he had to face next.
I know you wish not for more adventure, and I will grant your request. The Fates have found another way to achieve your true greatness.
Huh? You lost me. Am I going on a quest or not?
I never lost you. I understand, you understand. Understand?
Stop it with the word games and give me a clear answer! What are you, a prophecy? First of all, you don't rhyme, so get out of here. And second, I've already seen enough of those to know that this will end badly. For you.
Uh...
Whoever you are…
I am The and you are me.
I am not you. You are whatever monster has decided to annoy me next. Now are we done here or do you need to usher some sort of threat or deal before I wake up?
I offer no deal. No threat. I am merely telling you what will come next. The has awakened in me-you, but not in you-me. The Fates will meddle with your life once again. Not this one and not the next, the but this one before this one.
Congratulations, you have official beaten all other dreams I had when it comes to me not understanding what it happening. You should be proud, I have a lot of crazy ones. Like just last night I dreamt about a puppy on a bicycle and-
The wishes you good luck on your newest journey. Your past will be your guide, allow it to show you the way. Your time has come, at least, this version of you.
So you do plan on killing me! I knew it.
No. You will not die. You will be reborn anew. Combined with The to create your perfect self. Goodbye, Perseus Jackson
The and the void faded as one, and Percy Jackson returned from the realm of Morpheus once more. His waking was gentle, effortless. He neither had the pull to go back to sleep, nor the urgency to wake up. His dreams and memories poured out of his head and for a simple, beautiful moment, he was The.
That moment was broken when his eyes finally opened. He was in his mothers car, driving to Maine.
"Huh. Looks like we all took a nap."
The void surrounded her. Nothingness everlasting. She was immediately put on guard.
Lady Artemis doesn't allow intruders in our dreams. Who are you and what have you done to her?!
The void gave her no response, instead manifesting a mirror. Long, braided black hair and harsh blue eyes shown back at her. She saw herself in the mirror. Herself saw back.
Oh calm down. I would never hurt Artemis. I love her more than you do.
Then why are we having this conversation? I want answers. Now.
Even in a dream, we are feisty, huh? I admire our fearlessness and loyalty. Unfortunately, I can't give you the answers you want, or need for that matter.
Just tell me who you are.
Why?
The mirror gained a wide smile on its face, knowing what was coming next. If it had the ability to clap in approval, it would have.
So when I find out what you did to Lady Artemis, I can track you down and gut you.
Hahaha! So this is how I would have turned out? How I did turn out. How I won't turn out. It seems we are destine for power wherever we end up.
You claim to be me. Only a coward would hide behind a mask like that.
I think that tracks.
You are me and I am The. Has it ever occurred to you that there may be people stronger than Artemis? Able to beat her defenses? Didn't you fight Gaea?
Gaea, the giants, and the titans are dead. We made sure of that. So unless your just dad deciding to stop by and give me the weirdest check up of my life, no, I don't think there are people stronger than Lady Artemis.
There are other primordial gods, but I see your point. Regardless. I'm here to deliver you to The, so let's end the pointless talk and get right down to it. I hope to never be a floaty as Perseus…
What does Percy have to do with this? You better hope that nothing to happen to him or so help me-
The mirror image's eyes flashed dangerously, gaining a sea green edge.
I would never hurt Percy! How dare you-
The eyes closed and opened once again, returning to normal.
Ahem. Sorry. Percy is fine, as you will see. Just remember to let your instincts guide you, so that you may unite with The as you always should have.
Before she could make another sound, The and the void faded as one, and Thalia Grace returned from the realm of Morpheus once more. Her waking was gentle, effortless. She neither had the pull to go back the sleep, nor the urgency to wake up. Her dreams and memories poured out of her head and for a simple, beautiful moment, she was The.
That moment was broken when are welcome voice sounded in front of her.
"Huh. Looks like we all took a nap."
Annabeth was at the top of a cliff face, peering into the abyss below. Harsh winds swirled from within, trying to push her back, but she held her ground. She glanced behind her, a sea green aura illuminated from beyond the horizon, calling her closer.
I don't want this. It should be as it was.
All things come to The. Release yourself, and he will care for you the same.
Annabeth shook her head at the impostor's voice. What she had was beautiful, and they had sworn for death to not let them part. The lied. Just like all the others.
Why should I be the one to give up all I have? Haven't I given up enough to be by his side? What do I have to earn?
The voice did not respond. It mattered not. Annabeth had made her choice. Stormy eyes closed, she flung herself into the abyss. Her eyes opened immediately.
"Huh. Looks like we all took a nap."
"My master..." A woman floated in whiteness, surrounding her on all sides, threatening to consume. The woman had long night black hair, deadly pale skin, and a slender build. She wore no clothes, instead, a veil of darkness floated around her.
From the whiteness, a boom was released. It as both the loudest and quietest thing the woman had ever heard. She took a moment to compose herself and gathered her breath.
"We have a problem. Your creation... Has been destroyed."
Chapter One has been updated. It'll probably get a few more tweaks, but the idea is fully there. Until next time,
-AGR
