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Percy POV: 5 Years Later

I miss everybody. I miss six of the seven, Thalia, Nico, and my old friends at Camp Half-Blood. Most of all, I miss my adopted daughter. On my side is my daughter's katana that was unnamed until today, Dawn is a reminder of my beloved. Her bow is also with me, Solar for the blinding shine the bow gives out. I still have Riptide and I was reminiscing the quest for the rescue of Artemis and the end of Zoe Nightshade. My life has definitely gotten better with other Phoenixes treating like a prince, even though I tried in vain to dismiss the formalities. I may not be able to contact Camp and Olympus, but I can watch them. I know, I know, I will be giving them stalker vibes, but I miss them. I laughed as Travis pranked Katie again with strawberry smoothie splattered on her face. I see Clarisse in the arena as she scares the crap out of most of the newbies. Chris is just watching his love. I saw what seem to be normal, but the atmosphere seemed tense and fearful, as if they all have gotten news about the near future, which may be what give them the heebie-jeebies. Same goes to Camp Jupiter. Even with Octavian gone, Rome is even more tense as the looming war bears down upon them. I saw them training even more than ever with Jason teaching the Romans the Greek style to create totally unorthodox moves that are more effective. Reyna is in her office, looking at her map of Camp, thinking about how to best defend camp from a foreign army.

"Percy!"

I snapped out of it when I turned from my mirror that gives me a video screen of what's currently happening. The person at the door is Brisingr.

"It's time."

I sighed as I heard that. What she means is that war will begin against Olympus.

"I was afraid of that."

"Don't worry, Percy. I am sure there are some who oppose Zeus' decision."

She may be right. Apparently, the seas are very restless and violent and is spurring hurricanes all over the place. Luckily, Dad diverted many away from mainland, although some did. They were merely babies by the time they reached land. Conflicts were lessening to a diplomatic phase. That surprised me that Ares' would care for me. Harvests are now declining at a rapid rate, bringing famines internationally. The sun is heating up to scorch most of the Earth. I was hoping for peace, but I know better than to see Zeus step down.

"Let's go to War Council, Brisingr."

She nodded and left. I jumped out the window as I flew towards the capital of the kingdom. If you haven't guessed my second power, it is solar flare. Apparently, I hold the power of the sun at day and the moon and stars at night. Pretty much, I hold the celestial bodies. At day, I can use the sun to burn, blind, and heal. Same goes to the moon and I can summon constellations for only thirty minutes.

Where were we? … Oh, I was flying. As I landed on my seat, I saw the leaders of Draconia, Phoenicis, and Terralia. Each had two body guards as Brisingr and I represent the Phoenicis kingdom. Draconia has a red dragon with a prince next to Amurex. Remus has a huge tiger and cheetah flanking him from behind. I shivered from the power they hold. I felt Amurex, the King of Dragons, but I never felt Remus' power. As King of the beasts, he held large amounts of power and limited control over the Earth. According to Xilus' reports from past wars, Remus is nothing to laugh about. He is no cute kitten as he can transform into a giant-sized Nemian Lion. With near-invulnerability, he is the changer of tides when it comes to ground-based war. His mane is fire as his claws are steel. Instead of a fluff at the end of his tail, it is a rock-hard mace. Many soldiers fled in terror and many battles end upon sighting this terrible juggernaut. I shivered again from fear upon seeing this man with long red hair and fur for clothes. (Think of him as your stereotypical Native American, only more buffed and dignity) Xilus flew in to start the War Council.

"Now that we begin this council," Xilus began, "I would like to congratulate Percy for joining us as a Phoenix."

The leaders nodded in recognition as the guards looked at me curiously.

"How should we start this war, Xilus?" Remus said in a deep voice that reminded me of Atlas.

"I say we shall strike to Olympus." Amurex suggested.

"Hold it, Amurex!" I said,"If we strike them at Mt. Olympus, casualties will rise from their defense system upon aerial attacks. How about we weaken them first by drawing away supporters, demoralizing them by attacking the two camps."

Amurex and Remus looked at me with interest.

"I see." Remus replied, "However, I believe there is catch from this."

I nodded reluctantly. Remus laughed lightly.

"I see your concerns when it comes to you friends, Perseus. Do not worry. I can capture them and lock them away from harm while we imprison the others separately."

I breathed in relief. "Thank you, Remus."

He waved his hand in dismissal.

"However," Xilus added, "this will make this battle more difficult, but it doesn't have to be a battle. Remus, I think you should send some your best hunters as assassins and capture them quickly and quietly."

Remus nodded, "I have the best."

He turned to the cheetah. He bent down as he gave instructions before she ran off in a blur.

"We also need a diversion to lure some of the Olympians away." Xilus stated, "Amurex, is there any criminals in your kingdom that does massive yet controlled damage?"

"Well," Amurex began, "I do have a few. They should be enough to lure Artemis and Apollo out. Demeter is a definite possibility as she will protect the Earth harvest, even if she is killing it. Gaea will not be able to interfere as stated by primordial laws unless challenged. Ares is another possibility. Should he hunt for them, he will be satisfied by venting his rage against the ex-dragons."

Amurex gave a scroll with those orders to the red dragon. It transformed into its human form and flew through the windows to deliver the orders.

"It's settled then." Xilus concluded, "After the Olympians take the bait, we shall make a simultaneous attack on both camps and Mt. Olympus itself."

He drew his sword and walked out of the balcony.

"TO ARMS, BROTHERS AND SISTERS! PREPARE FOR GLORY!"

The people who has been waiting in suspense yelled their battle cries as they ready for war all in one day. Things are getting exciting.

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