A/N: I feel so bad writing this chapter, but since this is a really long flashback it's a really important component.
Disclaimer- I don't own this book series.
Being a child of wisdom nothing escaped your notice,
The way Percy gripped his sword,
His muscles taunt and lean,
He also knew there was only one way out,
To throw someone to the sharks.
Carefully disguising my speech I volunteered to cause a distraction,
Dragging me off to the side like an ill manner child, he struck me,
Told me it was suicide and only an idiot would attempt it.
Smiling with arrogance I agreed,
"Only an idiot will attempt it."
Before he could protest I tore into the battle ground,
Ready to face the carnage, ready to be slaughtered.
Before he could advance I tell the rest to run,
"It'll be fine,"
"I promise."
He gives me a gaze,
Pity? Hope?
Then without warning he throws something,
In surprise I catch it,
It's his prized possession,
Riptide, Anaklusmos.
Trying to put up a brave front,
Not showing fear,
Hoping that they can escape the gates of hell,
At the expense of my capture,
Waiting, just waiting for a lethal blow to strike.
Then without warning I'm struck from behind.
Knowing this is the end I pray to the gods,
I pray for a painless demise,
Besides the obvious I also pray also that this won't haunt their dreams.
So, do you love it? Hate it? (dodges brick).