A Dinner with the Big Three

by The Olympian Queen

You can't exactly say the dinner turned out to be a disaster in the end. It was obvious enough it would be one from the very start. I mean, the Big Three out for dinner with their children? Have you all formed an idea how dangerous that would be? Not to mention incredibly amusing.

2. Chapter 2

DISCLAIMER: Guys, seriously? It's like you want to see me burn in this world by constantly reminding me I do NOT own PJO or HoO. D: I live in a cruel, cruel world. Anyway, I hope you guys like this one! I tried my best; I'm still very new at this. But what's this? Hera and Demeter have stopped by for a visit? Oh my. :'D

Zeus: Wasn't it bad enough I had to spend a night with…them?
Poseidon: YOU MADE ME EAT MY PEOPLE?
Leo: I AM STILL NOT IN HERE. WHAT EVEN.
Thalia: LEO. LEAVE. NOW.
Demeter: YOU ALL NEED CEREAL!
Hades: WHY ARE YOU HERE?
Demeter: TO PROVIDE YOU ALL WITH CEREAL!
Apollo: Guys, check out how hot I look through my shield's reflection.
Me: You people need to sort out your priorities. -.-

"Your menus." The waiter said with a heavy French accent. "Would you like a children's menu for the young one there?" he asked glancing towards Nico.
"Wait a minute, what? No, no. I-" before Nico could finish his sentence, Thalia budged in.
"Oh yes, please. A child's appetite just isn't built for these large, fancy meals. A children's menu would be lovely."
"WHAT? NO, I-"
"Forgive the child, he has quite the temper." Thalia seemed to be enjoying herself way too much while Percy and Poseidon snickered. Even Zeus seemed quite amused. Hades, on the other hand, was not pleased at all and with one look managed to threaten Thalia good enough.
"Yes, yes, of course, madame. Here is the children's menu. I'll be back with some biscuits and your beverages." He said and was off. Nico was far from just 'pissed off' and seemed to be giving her the same look his father did.
"Thalia, are you se-" he began before he was cut off by Percy.
"SO, let's take a look at the menus! Hmm, the food seems great here. And expensive. I hope you guys have money. Ahah, right, Zeus?" Percy was obviously trying to bring some humor in the atmosphere but made the wrong choice of picking Zeus to chat with. In return, he received a cold look with a hint of "I am this close to killing you." Percy gulped.
"I'm sorry, what was that you said?" he asked.
"Um…I hope we have a wonderful evening, Lord Zeus."
"Smooth." Thalia muttered to herself.
After a couple of minutes, the waiter approached the table with the beverages and biscuits.
"Have you all decided your main courses?" he asked.
"Actually, we're having trouble deciding. How about helping us?" Poseidon insisted.
"No, no. There is no need for that. I have the solution. We'll take your most expensive meals. Dinner is on my dear friend here." Hades smirked as he glanced over to Poseidon.
Poseidon, who was still comprehending all of this, proceeded to go against what Hades said but the waiter had already gone to put in the orders.
"Hades, what was that? "Most expensive meals"? What has the Underworld done to you?" Poseidon asked in a somewhat calm tone.
"Actually, I applaud Hades. It might be one of the best decisions he's made." Zeus said very sincerely.
"Um, thank you, brother. I think." Replied a confused Hades.
"This is not going as planned…" Percy whispered to the others.
"We are demigods. Since when do things go as planned for us? Remember what Persephone had us do?" Thalia questioned.
"…Point taken." Nico said.

A good half-hour passed by with nothing but more awkwardness, small talk, and threatening looks from Zeus to Percy.
"And so, I said to the mermaid 'Of course! I make the best jokes. Can't you sea?' Aye? Get it? Instead of S-E-E, I used S-E-A! Because they're two words that sound the same but with different definitions and spelling! AHAHAHA!" Poseidon roared with laughter and wiped away a tear from his eye. Everyone just stared blankly at him.
"Oh…oh, ahaha, yeah. Aha…haaa…funny, dad!" Percy said with much encouragement possible.
"Poseidon, you're a terrible comedian." Hades said plainly.
10 more minutes passed by and the food finally arrived.
"Here you are; the restaurant's finest, most expensive meals." The waiter said as he handed the group the food. Almost immediately, the whole table started to dig in. However, Poseidon stopped right away when he noticed a funny, unfamiliar taste.
"My good man, what is it that you have given me?" he asked.
"Why, that is the chef's most delectable flounder. A wondrous mixture of spices and herbs help to give you that mysterious flavor." The waiter replied. That was enough to get Poseidon gagging out his food.
"FLOUNDER? FISH? YOU DARE FEED ME MY PEOPLE?"
"I'm sorry, sir, what?"
"Oh, pipe down. Your people are quite tasty." Hades said with a mouthful.
"Tasty and expensive." Zeus added.
"Oh no." the three demigods chanted at the same time.
"My own brothers, how could you even eat that? AND IN FRONT OF ME?"
"How could we not?" Hades urged.
"Does it bother you? Are you angered about this? If so, then let us order another plate. It's too delicious." And with that, Zeus took another mouthful of the flounder.
"I am in rage! What in Hades has gotten into you two?"
"MY NAME. PLEASE GET THIS STRAIGHT! HOW MANY MILENIUM DO I HAVE TO SAY MY NAME IS NOT A CURSE?"
"QUIET! I AM THE LEADER OF THE 12 OLYMPIANS AND AS LEADER, YOU WILL DO AS I SAY!"
"STOP EATING MY PEOPLE!"
"MY NAME."
It became quite clear to the demigods where this would lead up to. People started glancing over and wondering what all the commotion was about.
"Uhhh…oh, don't mind them. They're having a very intense conversation on Greek Mythology." Percy said hoping his voice wouldn't betray him and stay still.
"Yeah! They're roleplaying as The Big Three. As you can see, they really like to get into the act." Thalia added in.
"And if you know your Greek Mythology, you would know how much those guys fought!" exclaimed Nico.
"Sir, if you don't calm them down, we'll have to very politely ask you to leave the restaurant." The waiter seemed very persistent on this to Percy.
"Alright, alright. Dad! Listen, we'll get you another meal. But please, try to calm yourselves. And lay off with using Hades as a swear." Percy said.
"For once, the kid says something reasonable." Hades said
"Fine, but no more flounder." Poseidon said with much anger.
"Let us at least enjoy ourselves with the kids. We don't want to ruin the evening anymore than this." Zeus said in what was almost a whisper.
"What was that, dear brother? Is that a hint of caring I hear in your voice? Say it louder, we didn't catch that." Poseidon teased. He received a cold glare in return.

Of course, the fighting stopping abruptly and in peace was way too easy for everything to actually go well. Remember, expect the unexpected, and the unexpected was yet to come. In the case, it was to come in the form of Hera and Demeter.
"Do you see him talking to anyone in particular?" Hera pestered.
"No, but he looks like he needs some nutrients." Demeter responded in quite the serious tone.
"Yes, but is there anyone pretty around him?"
"Not sure, but I'll tell what needs to surround him; cereal. Loads and loads of cereal. Whole grain."
"Alright, but is there anyone of unusual beauty looking at him?"
"No, and I don't blame them! Look at him! I'm telling you, cereal is the solution. It does wonders." Hera rolled her eyes and decided to take matters into her own hands. She emerged from behind the plant at the entrance to get a closer view when the waiter stopped her.
"Madame? How may I assist you? Perhaps a table would suit you and the lovely lady with you?" he asked.
"Ah-" Hera began before she was cut off by Demeter.
"My dear, you seem like a fine man with good traits. All your nutrients seem to be in place. The works of cereal, I see? We would like a table next to that fine family over there." Demeter pointed to the table her brothers were sitting at.
"As you wish." Was all he said in return. Hera grabbed hold of Demeter.
"Have you gone crazy? If we sit that close to them, we're sure to be spotted!" she exclaimed.
"Honey, relax. And keep quiet, we're approaching the table." Hera and Demeter quickly took a seat at the table, covering their faces up with the menus. With a quick order of drinks, Hera took action right away. She began to lower her gaze from the menu.
"Outstanding! They have a huge selection of bread. Whole wheat, this would be great for you!" Demeter squealed
"Not now, Demeter. Busy." Hera said. But it was only a matter of time before they was spotted. She had forgotten something, something important; her power and anger. If Zeus managed to mess up, there would be a whole herd of cows charging at him.

Wee~ Thanks for the reviews and follows! Those things make me happy. :3 I really hope you enjoyed this. I mean, I'm not satisfied with it, but oh well. :D