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Artemis P.O.V
Today is the day of the reward ceremony… And, the day of judgment for Perseus Jackson.
He's a traitor… A power-hungry traitor. I should've known that he was no better than all other men.
I held back a tear as I looked at the statue dedicated to the former Lieutenant of the Hunt.
And I don't mean Zoe Nightshade.
No. I mean Thalia Grace.
She died during the second giant war. We were ambushed by a large group a monsters. Many demigods and hunters died that day. We still don't understand how the monsters found out where we were camped. I think we now know how.
Perseus Jackson. The traitor. It's HIS fault Thalia is dead.
It's a good thing his half-brother saw and heard him discussing our battle plans with Gaea, or else Perseus may have gone unpunished.
"It's time" Someone said behind me.
I turned around to face my brother, who had a sad look on his face.
I nodded, "Alright".
He flashed away, leaving me alone once again.
I sighed. It was time to reward the demigods. And after that… Execute the traitor.
I flashed onto my throne in the throne room. I sighed tiredly, looking out at all of the demigods assembled in the room. This is going to take awhile.
LINEBREAK/TIMESKIP. WHATEVER YOU CALL IT
Finally, the last of the demigods had been called up. It was time to discuss the the traitor,
My father cleared his throat before saying, "I propose we execute Perseus Jackson."
Immediately, arguing arose. Some didn't believe he was a traitor, while some did.
"SILENCE!" My father yelled. Everything got quiet quickly.
"Perseus MUST be eliminated! He's too of a threat, and…" Father didn't finish what he was saying, because at that moment, Perseus Jackson entered the room.
I heard uncle Poseidon yell his name, before Perseus said, "What's going on? Why must I be eliminated? I'm not a threat! My fatal flaw prevents me from betraying those I love!"
Anger boiled up up inside of me. He was the cause of Thalia's death, and he has the nerve to deny it all.
"Don't lie to us, BOY. We KNOW you were a spy for Gaea. We KNOW you're a traitor. We have a witness." I spat. I sent him a deadly look. If looks could kill, I'd guess that the one I sent him would've killed him, then sent him through Tartarus three times.
I heard that daughter of Athena, Annabeth ask something quietly, although I couldn't make out what she said.
Percy's eyes widened. I would've laughed, had this not been a very serious moment.
"Annabeth… You can't seriously believe I'm a traitor!" Percy yelled. However, it was clear that she did.
I saw Percy look around the room, "Who witnessed me? It couldn't have been anyone, because I never betrayed you!"
My father yell, "SILENCE!" Instantly, the room got quiet. "Your half brother, Jeff, witnessed you speaking with Gaea herself before the final battle!"
"What?" Percy sounded desperate, "You can't believe him! All he's ever wanted to do is ruin my life!"
My mind wandered to memories of Thalia. Sweet, painful memories.
I was suddenly yanked out of my memories by my father's voice.
Oh. Apparently I allowed my mind to wander too long. I'd missed most of what was said.
I heard Zeus say, "Alright then. Perseus, you are hereby sentenced to death. You shall not be honored. The memory of you shall forever be accompanied by taunts and insults, for today, you die a traitor.
And then he threw it. His master bolt. Perseus couldn't have survived that. My thoughts were confirmed as soon as I saw the pile of ash.
I felt happy. Thalia had been avenged.
Everyone stared in silence. Some people, Myself, Ares, Jeff, and Zeus, seemed please with this outcome. Most were simply in shock.
The silence was broken by that son of Hades, what was his name? Nina? Nicole? No, Nico.
I assumed he'd be happy that Percy was executed, after all, he and Thalia had been close.
I was surprised, however, by what he said.
Nico P.O.V
I can't believe it… They killed Percy. He wasn't a traitor… He couldn't have been!
I just stared at the pile of ashes that used to be my cousin, Percy.
I was shocked, and it seemed like most of the people in the room were shocked as well.
Everyone simply stared in silence.
I decided to break the silence. Before I knew what I was doing, I had already run to the center of the room.
"You've just made a huge mistake! Percy was innocent! He'd NEVER betray the ones he loved!"
And after saying that, I shadow-travelled away.
Percy P.O.V (Yaaaaaaaay) I looked around at everything.
"I'm dead." I muttered. Suddenly, though, a voice made me turn around.
"No. You're not dead. We stopped you directly before you truly, 'die'." The voice said. It was definitely male.
After spinning around, I saw a man. No, not a man. No mortal, or demigod even, could have this strong of an aura. He was dressed in old-fashioned Greek clothing. It was a goldens color, and he seemed to give off a warm, gold light. Not a harsh gold, like Kronos's eyes, but a warm inviting gold, like the sun.
"And, we have a proposition for you." Another voice said. As sudden as the first being appeared, a second one appeared. Except, this one was female.
Like the first being, the second also wore old-fashioned Greek clothing. Except, instead of being a gold color, it was a more silver color. Silver, like the moon.
Hesitantly, I replied, "And what would this proposition be?"
The female one smiled, "We'd like to make you the commander of our armies."
I was a bit skeptical. I was about to decline, but the male spoke up.
"And, no. We aren't enemies of Olympus. In fact, we've been helping people for thousands of years."
Now, I didn't feel like declining as much as I had...
It took me a few moments to decide what my answer would be.
I said, "There's no way."
The male and the female beings both looked upset, like they had really wanted me to accept. I wasn't done speaking though.
"That I could refuse." I finished.
Instantly, both the male and the female's faces lit up.
Grinning the male said, "Good." He snapped his fingers, and suddenly all three of us were standing in the middle of a large palace.
"Welcome to The City of the Sun and Moon." The female said.
I nodded, acknowledging the fact that they'd spoken.
I asked the question I'd had on my mind since I first saw them. "Who are you?"
Both the being grinned.
"Look closely, and then you tell us." The male said.
And so I did. I looked closely. I saw the golden aura of the male, and the silver aura of the female. I saw the gold, not blonde, but golden hair of the male. I saw the piercing silver eyes of the female. These things reminded me of someone…
And then it hit me. Artemis and Apollo. They reminded me of Artemis and Apollo.
But, they weren't Artemis and Apollo.
"I don't know… You remind me of Artemis and Apollo, but that still doesn't tell me who you are…"
I heard a sigh from behind me, and turned to see… Pan?
"Lord Pan…? How…? I saw you fade…" I was almost speechless.
Pan smiled, "It's good to see you too. Now, as for the matter of who these two are… Well, what are Apollo and Artemis's offices?"
I thought for a moment, "Music and Hunting." I answered.
Pan sighed, again, "Their OTHER offices."
I thought again, "The sun and the moon."
"Correct." Pan said, "Now, think about it, and tell us who they are."
I thought about it. Sun and the moon… Gold and silver… Apollo and Artemis…
Two names came to mind, and my eyes widened.
"Helios and Selene…" I answered, shocked, as Pan nodded. "Correct." The woman, Selene. said. "I am Selene, the former moon goddess."
"And I am Helios, the former sun god." The male, Helios said.
"But, how is that possible…? You faded long ago… And, I watched Pan fade…" I was confused. And slightly afraid.
Helios answered me, "Well, you see… We were about to fade. We were tired. We had just been replaced by the new gods, Apollo and Artemis. We had no reason to stay. And that's when Lord Chaos, the Void, the Creator, the First, found us. He gave us a purpose. And he gave us the power to save people from dying, or fading."
"And then they gave me a purpose." Pan added.
I smiled. It was good that Pan hadn't faded.
"We've grown in power over the years. We are now more powerful than any Olympian, or Titan. The only being who surpassess us in power, is Lord Chaos himself." Selene said.
My jaw dropped, although I was back to normal quickly. "That's awesome".
"It is pretty awesome." Helios commented.
Selene rolled her eyes.
"Now then." Selene said, "You must swear an oath if you are to become the commander."
I simply nodded. I expected something like this.
"Repeat after me." Helios said, "I, Perseus Jackson, swear to honorably and justly lead the armies of the Sun and Moon, until I am relieved of duty."
""I, Perseus Jackson, swear to honorably and justly lead the armies of the Sun and Moon, until I am relieved of duty." I repeated proudly.
"It is done." Selene said. "Now, for the fun part. Your new powers."
I was suddenly very excited. "New powers?"
"Yes. You didn't expect to lead a large army with only the powers you possess now, did you?" Selene sounded surprised.
I just shrugged. Helios spoke, "First off, you have been given control over fire and light. Pan has also given you the ability to perform nature magic without the use of music. You've also been granted greater water control, and power over shadows."
I raised my hand, "Uh, why water and shadows, sir?"
Selene answered, "I some power over water, since the moon controls the tides. And Helios had power over light. Shadows are created from light."
I nodded, "Makes sense."
"Anyways… Selene has also granted you the ability to transform into a wolf at will." Helios said.
I could see Selene smirking.
"Uh, another question… Why a wolf?" I asked.
Selene shrugged, "Wolves are creatures of the moon."
I nodded, again, "Makes sense?"
Helios grinned, "Oh, and one more thing... " He snapped, and a bright light enveloped me.
Once the light went away, I felt weird. It felt as if my clothes had changed. I looked down, and realised they HAD changed. Instead of my orange Camp Half-blood t-shirt and jeans, I was wearing a futuristic set of armor, that seemed to have a Greek aspect(Sort of like Halo armor mixed with ancient Greek armor). It was a golden color, with silver highlights. I noticed I also had a pure silver mask on(Like Deathstroke's mask, except no eye hole, and pure silver). I also had golden vambraces.
On my shoulders, I had silver throwing knives.
I had a silver utility belt.
I noticed I had a golden sword icon on each of my vambraces. So, I tapped the icon. Immediately, a sword appeared in my hand.
It wasn't a Greek sword. No, it was curved slightly(Like a lotr sword Elvish sword, the short-handled kind). It was gold, with a silver vine pattern running throughout the elegant sword.
"Woah…" Was all I could say.
Then, I accidentally dropped the sword. Yeah, I know. Great way to make an impression, on the three gods.
Once the sword hit the ground, however, it disappeared.
"Where'd it go?" I asked, kind of sad the the sword was gone.
Selene chuckled, "Once the sword leaves your hand, it vanishes. Don't worry, though, you can simply tap the icon again to put it back into your hand."
I sighed with relief.
"Now, there is one more thing we must do." Helios said, "Introduce you to the commanders you'll be leading."
He led us through a doorway, into a room with three people, sitting around and chatting. Each wore a mask, similar to Percy's.
Upon seeing us, the three were instantly on their feet.
"Lord Helios, Lord Pan, Lady Selene." They said in unison, bowing. "Who is this?"
"This…" Helios began.
"Is the new commander of the army." Selene finished. "Introduce yourselves."
A blonde haired boy stepped forward, "I'm Flare. Nice to meet you."
A short, brown haired boy was next, "Solaris. Sup."
Finally, a dark haired girl stepped forward, "You can call me Crescent."
My eyes widened. Crescent's voice sounded exactly like someone he hadn't heard in years. Ever since they'd died…
I rushed forward and hugged Crescent, "Bianca! I thought you were actually dead!"
Flare and Solaris instantly tensed.
"Do I, know you?" Crescent, or, Bianca, asked hesitantly.
"I think you do." I released her, then removed my mask, grinning wildly. "Percy…? But, how'd you of all people die…?" Bianca had tears in her eyes.
I explained how I ended up here. I immediately saw her sadness change to anger.
"Those stupid, idiotic, gods…" Bianca muttered.
Percy simply sighed.
"Well, we'll leave you four to get acquainted…" Selene said, leading Helios and Pan out the door.
"Oh, and, Percy, do you have a codename you'd like? All soldiers are required to have one." Helios asked just before he went through the door.
I thought about it for a moment. Suddenly, I grinned. "Yes. From now on, you can call me…"
"Eclipse."
