I don't own PJO or The Hunger Games

Chapter 2: The Reaping

"Many years back, the Gods decided that if the different demigods (greek, roman) were going to fight among each other, then they should at least get entertainment out of it. The Gods arranged to create the DemiGames, where four tributes from each of the six demigod camps would compete against each other in a duel to the death. The last demigod standing brings honor and glory to their camp and to their Godly father or mother. They become famous and, if they wish, can become immortal to help guide other demigods from their camp on their way to victory." Chiron continued on with the long opening speech of the games and how they came to be the way it is today. There are cameras filming the whole event, so we all act our best and try, most of us failing, to look confident and unafraid of the games, which is what the Gods want from us. I look around at all my friends and wonder, which ones are going to die. I shake my head, trying to free myself of that horrible thought, but I know theres no use. I'm just telling myself the truth.

"And so, every 4 years, four brave tributes honor their camps in hopes to win the hunger games. And with that, I must say, May the odds be ever in your favor." Chiron finishes up his speech and I know that this is it. The moment when we find out who is chosen to compete in the games. I look over at Annabeth and I can tell she's afraid. She looks back at me and I smile, trying to let her know that we will be fine. And thats when Chiron starts talking again. Its time to find out the four "lucky" campers to be in the games.

"Okay, ladies first." Chiron places his hand in the jar and pulls out one slip of paper. All the girls hold their breath.
"Katie Gardner" I look over at Katie. She tries to hide her fear but I can tell shes trying hard not to cry. She walks up to the stage and shakes Chiron's and Mr. D's hands and then proceeds to stand next to them. Then Chiron calls out the next girls name.
"Silena Beauregard." Shock. That's all I feel. Silena isn't much of a fighter, but she is tough. I thought to myself what a shame it is for her to get picked, considering her and Beckendorf just started dating a couple weeks ago. Then, I feel relieved. Annabeth wasn't picked. She's going to be okay. Now i can only hope I make it through this reaping, unfortunetly, I'm not so lucky. "Now on to the boys," Chiron begins, and of course, the first name he calls is yours truely. "Percy Jackson." I walk up stone-faced to the stage. I can hear Grover's worried bleats as I get up out of my chair. I can see Tyson crying a couple rows in front of me, and worst of all, I hear Annabeth shouting my name as I walk up to the stage. I shake Chiron's hand and he gives me a look of sympathy, even Mr. D looked a little upset. I go and stand next to Silena and Katie as Will Solace gets called up as the second male tribute.

The reaping is over, and it looks like I'll be going to face my death.