A/N: I have decided to do one of those Artemis-has-a-daughter fics, but I am putting a twist on it. I will post this chapter, and I need reviews to see if it is worth doing more on. Reviews are necessary for new chapters!!!!

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Artemis slowly picked her way through the underbrush of the forest. She thought she had heard some rustling, and told her Hunters to stay behind, for she had an unusual feeling. Artemis heard a small nois to her left. Moving aside a bush, she saw a small baby lying there, her side cut open and bleeding. Artemis picked up the small girl and cradled her in her arms. She could feel the life draining from the youngster, and some sensation deep in the goddesses mind told her that the child was an orphan. Artemis knew that her brother was probably busy off with his own affairs, and that she would have to try to heal the baby.

Artemis lay the girl gently down on the ground, and performed her magic. Soon, the girl was resting comfortably in her arms. Silently Artemis contemplated what exactly she could do. IT was evident that the baby girl, whom Artemis had named Belle was an orphaned. Also, Artemis knew that some babies possessed the ability to remember things if they had a near death experience, and Belle might remember Artemis. Leaning back against a tree, Artemis's mind began to spin.

Artemis had been a maiden goddess her whole life, and detested men. However, she was a motherly-type of a goddess, and she had always wanted a child to call her own. Artemis decided that she would try to find a home for Belle, and then go from there.

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Artemis sat in her tent, rubbing the ears of one of her wolves. She had just sent Zoe Nightshade out to find a home for Belle. As much as it pained her, Artemis knew she had to let the baby go.

Zoe burst into the tent, carrying the sleeping Belle in her arms. "I could not find a safe place to leave her, my lady."

Artemis nodded solemly. As much as she had wanted to keep Belle, she was afraid to do what came next. "Zoe, please instruct the other Hunters to stay out of my tent for today. There is something I must do."

Zoe nodded and turned around to leave the tent. Before she left, she said softly "I think she'll make a fine daughter for you, my lady."

Artemis held Belle in her arms, preparing to do something life-altering. Artemis thought of the bond between gods and humans, of how to create an everlasting bond between two, and of the purpose of family. Is was hard work, but slowly Artemis felt Belle's anatomy turn into one of a demigod. Artemis slowly opened her eyes, to find Belle wide awake. Belle's auburn hair and silvery blue eyes stared up at her mother. The goddess stare back into her daughter's eyes in awe. She had always heard the other goddesses talk about how they loved being a mother, and Artemis had always been a little bit jealous. Not anymore. She thought to herself. I've finally got a daughter, and yet I still am the maiden goddess.

A/N: Okay, okay, I know. Not the best. But I need review to know what I can do better!!!! Thanks!

Sarra