Orion ~

Artemis sat on my lap with a sad smile on her beautiful face. She sighed.

"I have to leave tomorrow with the hunt and begin hunting monsters that have reborn again. I don't even know if I'm going to be back before the winter solstice. Orion, I don't even know if I can stand being away from you for so long."

I chuckled and put my hands on her cheek, slowly leaning forward and planting a gentle kiss on her lips. I could feel her smile and push herself closer to me if that was even physically possible. The moon shined even brighter, its luminous glow bathing us through the window at her palace.

"Artemis, I have the perfect solution. We should have a council meeting right now."

"Orion, do you want to be blasted to pieces by my father's master bolt?"

"I'm sure your father would not do that and break his favorite daughter's heart."

"Alright then, I'll help you alert the council and father of course."

She laughed and quickly pecked me on the cheek before she teleported out of the master bedroom. After about five minutes or so, she spoke through my mind and informed me that all of the Olympian council members were present including Dionysus. I concentrated on a bit of my power and soon found myself standing in front of all the council members.

"Orion." Zeus and my now father-in-law boomed. "Please state the reasons of why you've called for this sudden meeting."

Everyone turned and looked at me since even Artemis had no clue of my reasons.

"Lord Zeus, I would like to ask for the permission to start my own band of hunters if I may to aid my wife Artemis in the slaying of monsters, that is if the council will allow it. I know full well that you are concerned for your daughter, and by doing this, you and I can make sure that Artemis will remain unharmed."

Zeus titled his head up thoughtfully, his blue eyes twinkling.

"Why I think that is a great idea Orion. But first of all, let's hear the opinion of the other council members then proceed to voting. Those who want their voices to be heard, please speak up."

"I agree this is a great idea Orion. Now at least I know that someone will keep my baby sister safe."

"APOLLO! For the last time, I am not your baby sister. For your information, I helped mother deliver you so I'm the oldest."

"Will you two ever stop fighting? Can we just vote now? I'm getting bored."

No surprise that was Dionysus being his grumpy old self.

"Not so fast Dionysus. Athena, my daughter, what do you think?"

Athena looked at all of us, those intense grey eyes moved from face to face, as if she was reading all of our minds.

"I agree that this is a good idea. We cannot risk losing Artemis again."

"Alright then, let's vote. Those who favor the idea of Orion creating a band of hunters please raise your hands."

Everyone's hands went up, while Hera's hand stayed down. Well that was probably because she hated the children of Zeus, so naturally she wouldn't care about the welfare of them.

"Very well then. Orion you may begin recruiting members of your hunt. Council is dismissed."

I took Artemis's hand and we began slowly walking back to her palace, enjoying the peacefulness of Olympus.

"I never thought that you would be so … protective of me. You do know that I can protect myself right? Please don't tell me you're turning into my annoying brother Apollo."

"Oh so I'm not allowed to worry about my wife huh?

She laughed but slowly turned serious again.

"So what are you going to do Orion? Have you thought about your band of hunters yet? Who are you going to recruit?"

"My hunters will be comprised of boys and girls. They will be allowed to fall in love in their free will but I will make sure that your hunters are off limits. Hmm … I actually do have a couple of demigods in mind. They are Percy Jackson, Annabeth Chase, Leo Valdez, Piper McLean and of course, Jason Grace, son of Zeus and brother of Thalia, your lieutenant."

"I must say that they are good choices Orion. I will come accompany you tomorrow to recruit the chosen half bloods. Now we must rest, tomorrow is going to be a long day."

I nodded and bent down to pick her up gently bridal style into our room. I couldn't help but laugh with her. This beautiful goddess I held in my arms, I couldn't believe that she was mine. I honestly didn't even think I was good enough to deserve her, but I guess she thought otherwise.

"Orion." She whispered into my ear, sending shivers up and down my spine. "You know I love you right?"

"As I love you Artemis."

I smiled and kissed her gently. But I guess we were both hungry for more, she wrapped her arms around my neck pulling herself closer to me, deepening the kiss, which turned out to be one long make-out session.

Well I hope you all liked that. Sorry for the long wait but I've been having a busy week. Thanks to all those who read and reviewed Silver Light, it really means a lot to me. So tell me what you think! Remember to R&R!