N/A: Finally I managed to update, now I'll answer the comments.
1) Guest: I always found it funny that a child of Demeter would have the last name of 'Gardner', which sounds like 'gardener'. Then again, Hermes had children with the last name of 'Stoll' (lol) Anyway, great story, not quite like anything I've read before (and that's a LOT!). If I had to sum this story so far in a word...Amazing or Awesome are the two words that come into mind. I was going to type this list of words that describe this story, but I got stuck at D...And F...And H...And Q...And U...And V...And X...And Y...And Z... I feel smart now, I wasted like 10 mins of my life to try figuring out words to describe your story that actually fit the description... Ah well, I'll go with EPIC! Hmm, I might want to stop typing on a review right about now before you get annoyed... Then again, you probably got annoyed a LONG time ago in this review. Hope ya update soon! :D
R: Thank you. And you know about "Thalia Grace"? Turns out there is another daughter of Zeus named Thalia who is one of the 's interesting, is not it? :)
I try to update as soon as possible.
2)Guest: liked the chapter
R: Thank you.
3)Gh0sst:Great chapter. I really enjoyed it. Now expand on that last sentence. :)
R:Thank you and here's expansion. :)
4)Percy Waterblue: Well this is a good story, though if you want to take it to the next level, you'll need to fix the grammar. I hope I didn't offend you, but at times the word order really confuses me. This is a really good story and I encourage you to continue. I hope you heed my advice and update soon.
R: Thank you. I'm improving my grammar now?
5)Aesir21:Great chapter. I like this rational and smart Zeus. The whole meeting definitely painted gods In a different way which was a great idea. Spelling is fine but certain words should be replaced with others.
R: I also think that the gods must be portrayed better because most of the time, I find fics where they are stereotyped ... And obviously I wanted to be more original. Thanks for having liked it. And sorry, I try to improve.
6)DeathmatchDrunkard: Well, these demigod dreams have to have some kind of origin, so it makes sense that the gods can foreseesome things in their 's nice that the new prophecy hasn't anything to do with Perseus or some Big Three , somebody pointing out Hera's contradiction, for example her treatment of the prequel it's said that Artemis thinks that maybe, given enough time, they could be together. Well, they have more than enough time, now.
R:Thank you. Really, now they have all eternity.
7)Zsouthwell: Good chapter... Funny to see Percy stand up to Hera, good chapter
R:Thanks for liking my story.
Percy's POV
I don't regret of the way I spoke to Hera because I had to defend Artemis. I had a desire to defend Artemis. It wasn't just my sense of loyalty but for some other feeling. Well, it is true that she was one of goddesses that most respected me, but still...When Artemis and I returned to our camp, she said:
"Perseus, you have made me proud at defending me, my hunters and my brother."
"You're welcome, but it is I who should thank you for accepting me in your camp..."
Artemis smiled briefly and then said:
"Perseus now would be a good time for you to contact your family and friends..."
"Yes, I will use a waterfall near here to Iris Message them."
"That's right. And I will talk to the hunters on that subject. "
I nodded and went to waterfall. Then I thought about the prophecy. It was strange to hear a prophecy that I would not be involved in, well at least not directly. Although I no longer needed to worry about the possibility of dying, other demigods were still at risk. I was also worried about the two camps and despite the fact that the prophecy implied that one of them would probably be destroyed I had to at least try to something. When I arrived at the waterfall, I threw a drachma and said:
"Show me Sally Jackson, Upper East Side, Manhattan"
And then in the rainbow mist appeared my mother in the living room of her apartment. Once she saw me, she was amazed and said...
"Percy?"
"Hi Mom. I have been busy for awhile and don't know if I can go back someday, but I wanted to take the opportunity to say that I am well now. I also tried calling you a few months ago. Are you and Paul well? "
"Yes. I'm happy with him, but I'd also like to say I was not present because ... Well, some god put me to sleep during that time to prevent me from messing anything up."
I knew that Hera had some connection to it and I was getting increasingly annoyed with her. I asked:
"Why? Because someone thought you would cause problems?"
"They thought I could complain to other mortals and try to locate you, bringing some risk to their plan." She replied
"And how do you know that?"
"Poseidon contacted me about it, but did not reveal anything more other than your disappearance had a relation to a plan of the gods and someone thought it best that I not interfere ...," Sally said.
"Well, it's true. Anyway, now I want to say that it is extremely unlikely that I come live with you. "
After a moment of silence, Sally said:
"Well, I always hoped that someday you have to grow and make your own way."
"I do not know if I can say anything else but see you soon. "
"Goodbye." Sally said.
And then the mist disappeared. And I decided to contact Chiron know about the camp. I threw other drachma and said:
"Chiron, at Camp Half Blood."
And then, in the mist, it showed Chiron entering in Big House and then before he returned to his wheelchair, he saw me and said:
"Perseus it is good to see you. Do you have some important information to share? "
"Actually, I just wanted to know how situation at Camp Half Blood is."
"We're still recovering, but lost more than half of the campers. Many of them were still fairly new. "
I felt bad about it. It was because of me that many demigods had a chance to be claimed by godly parents and brought to the camp to stay safe, but now it seemed that was a big mistake. And then I asked:
"Chiron, is Grover ok?"
"Yes, but recently he has been in demand to find new demigods and look for satyrs who never returned, which is odd."
"Some satyrs did not return?" I asked, intrigued.
I figured maybe it was because of some Cyclops, but I feared it was even worse. Chiron said:
"I do not know, but Hermes told me he would talk to Zeus about it."
"Hermes is in camp?"
"He just came left the camp. He brought Arion so I can deliver him to the three demigods and decided to ask me some questions."
I thought to ask about Dionysus, but I was sure that he was sleeping, which was normal. I said:
"Well, let me know if you have any problems or find any clues. Now I'm with Lady Artemis trying to find some information. "
"Okay, I'll contact you if I find something relevant."
I thanked Chiron and the image disappeared.
I thought I should talk to my father, but he was probably busy and I should not bother him. Then I decided to go back to the hunter's camp. For a moment, I remembered of Titans that were forgiven after the war. Maybe they be planning revenge against the gods. It is likely that the other gods are watching them for any evidence of planning against them. I did not think Calyspo would betray us, but it seemed likely that Prometheus is planning something. I finally arrived at the hunter's camp and saw Artemis with her wolves. For some reason, I understood what the wolves, just as I understand horses, were "saying":
"Python is being guided by a demigod toward Central Park and threatens the Roman demigods." Said one of wolves.
Artemis nodded and when she saw me, she said:
"Perseus, have you heard anything strange happening?"
"No, the others are well."
"That's good, but we have a problem."
"Yes, I think I understand that wolves were talking about Python."
She seemed a little surprised, but soon returned to normal expression and she said:
"Perseus, do you know why you can the wolves?"
"Well, all the gods can communicate with animals?"
"Not really. Only with our sacred animals, though some of us like Pan and I can talk with all types of animals."
"Pan? But I thought I was not a god related to the wild, unless... ".
And then I remembered the last time I saw Pan, when he put his essence in me. Artemis, apparently reading my mind, said:
"I know that Pan gave his essence to you. For mortals and lesser beings, it would be simpler, just some skills, but when it happens to a god ... They actually gain more powers and abilities. "Artemis said.
I should have foreseen that the gods knew Pan's disappearance and what happened to him and realized that Artemis looked sad and a little thoughtful.
"Lady Artemis ... Are you okay?"
"Yes, Perseus. It just reminded me that this was how many gods disappeared. They lose their domain powers because of gods more powerful or because of the evolution of civilization and because of this they decided to fade. "
I did not know what to say, but I assumed that Artemis was probably remembering when other gods gave her parts of her domain. Obviously she did not feel good about it. But before I thought about how I could comfort her, Artemis said:
"It's not our fault, but it's depressing when it happens to our friends. But I think this is not the time to worry about it."
I thought something else had happened that she was not telling me, but she was right. And I quickly realized something and said to Artemis:
"Lady Artemis, could the Titans and the lesser gods use this "power" to beat us"?
Artemis just said:
"It is extremely unlikely. Besides that, our allies are more numerous. To do so only to gain advantages over other gods, would be against the ancient laws, but on the other hand ... "
I remembered what that prophecy revealed that some god would defy the ancient laws and I said:
"Artemis, do not worry. Now we should concentrate on the on the present. "
"You are right. Now I will call the other hunters to help us, but before I do I to give you this." Artemis said.
And then Artemis handed me a silver bow like those of hunters. I said:
"Thank you, but why are you giving this to me?"
"I think it might be helpful to you."
"Well thanks, but I have not improved my skills with a bow and arrow."
"Arrows hurled by this bow never miss the mark and I can bless you again."
I realized she was referring to when I managed to kill Geryon using a bow and arrow. Then when I touched the bow that she gave me, it disappeared. Then she said:
"Now this bow and arrows are always available to you when you want them."
"Interesting." I said.
And then Artemis summoned the hunters and we were off.
Artemis'S POV
I know I did not have to give a bow to Percy, but I wanted to give some kind of gift to him, because he had defended me against Hera. Maybe I was starting to like Percy in another way? Well, at least Percy had some value and I was not interested in him because of his appearance...But I felt good about helping him.
And then I decided that I should focus on the current problem; Percy, Thalia, Phoebe and I were flying, using my chariot, above of north of Central Park. We saw Python entering the park through W 92nd Street where several mortals didn't notice the monster because of the mist. I realized there was a demigod on the monster that seemed to being guiding it. I don't know how he was able to do this and was wearing clothing with protective runes scribbled on them, so I figured he was probably a son of Hecate, but Python was the real problem.
I definitely hated that monster who tried to devour my brother and I before we were born. I still did not feel satisfied when my brother and I killed it the first time. Nor the second time when it returned in the second gigantomachy. I was worried about Thalia and Phoebe, but they have always been dedicated hunters to me and I was sure they could survive against Python while I was around. Percy said:
"That monster should not be resurrected. Shouldn't a monster like that take centuries to return?" He asked.
"Yes, but maybe it returned before the doors of death were closed." I replied
"Either way, the monster is a bit close to the lake so I could use that against him." Percy said.
"Good idea, and I have a plan." I said
We entered Central Park far enough away so that the demigod and Python did not notice us.I said:
"Python will probably find us due to our scent. Therefore we must be quick."
"Gods also have a smell that attracts monsters?" Percy asked, surprised.
"Yes, but it is much stronger so monsters will hesitate to attack us." I explained.
I thought he was going to say something, but apparently he thought it was not a good time and said:
"Okay. Sorry to interrupt you Lady Artemis, but what is your plan?"
"It is dangerous to directly attack him, so we should do a kind of "Attack Plan Macedonia". Phoebe will shoot first so the monster moves toward where she is. After that, Thalia will shoot from other side, but closer to the lake. Lastly, I will shoot at the monster from very close to the lake and then Perseus, you will try to immobilize creature so that we can kill it more easily. And then Thalia, will electrocute Python. "
"Okay." They nodded.
Then Thalia, Phoebe and I went toward the monster, while Percy went to the lake. The plan was perfect like I wanted. Despite being wounded by two arrows, Python still had the strength to move forward to where Thalia was hidden. Then I shot my arrow and the monster roared in pain and tried going to where I was. It was hesitant because realized I was a goddess. But the foolish demigod did not and insisted that the monster move forward. To prevent the monster from moving too fast or letting the demigod mess up our plan, I shot an arrow into the demigod who fell from Python's back who became scared.
Then I ran into the lake where Percy was and he raised a large amount of water. When the monster approached us, Percy launched a wave against the monster, taking care not to hit himself or me.
Once the monster was crushed and totally wet, Percy froze the water causing the monster stay almost motionless. Percy and I shot our arrows along with Thalia and Phoebe. As soon as the monster seemed weaken, Thalia raised her hands, calling down a bolt of lightning which electrocuted it. I shot my arrow as a final shot and Python dissolved. Left as spoils of war were the skin, tusks and two pots. One was poison and other was the antidote.
When we were about to take the spoils, I felt a strange presence advancing against me and before I could turn to defend myself, Percy was in front of me, stopping the demigod, who was invisible and almost had hit me with his Imperial Gold sword.
When I looked, Percy was holding the hands of demigods and then kicked his stomach, making him fall to the ground. Percy, using his Riptide, cornered the boy and growled:
"Nobody touches Lady Artemis or any of my other friends."
The boy foolishly said:
"That was Artemis? I thought it was a small and naive hunter ... But at least I feel happy I tried to hurt her."
Percy stepped hard on the boy and left the Riptide dangerously close to the demigod's throat.
I interrupted:
"Perseus, we could try to get some information from him."
"Good idea." Percy said.
"What? Do you think I'll betray my allies, you little b..." The demigod spoke to me in one of the most offensive ways I have ever heard.
It was so offensive that I almost burst into my divine form ... I realized that Percy was almost doing it as well. First he took the demigod and threw him across the ground. Then as he walked toward him, Percy was beginning to shine like a green super nova. Thalia and Phoebe quickly closed their eyes and the demigod, realizing what was happening, did the same. I knew the dangers of using our divine form and for the safety of my hunters, I tried to calm Percy down. I said:
"Perseus, it's okay. That's enough, please stop, otherwise you will hurt my hunters."
Percy hesitated and was able to calm down. The brilliance of his divine form lowered until it was possible to see Percy in human form. Then he said:
"That was my divine form?"
"This is common if you have a lot of concentration, in this case, anger concentrated on one person. But do not worry, you'll be able to control it better soon."
"Thank you for helping me to control myself." He said.
After realizing that he was no longer in divine form, Thalia and Phoebe opened their eyes. Unfortunately the demigod coward did the same thing and tried to flee. But I turned him into a jackelope and then Percy shot an arrow at the demigod fugitive who disappeared in a clump of bushed. But we knew that the arrow had hit him.
"He deserved it." Thalia said.
"But what do we do now?" Percy said.
"It would be a good idea to know if the three Greek demigods found the Romans campers." I said.
And we went to south of Central Park.
N/A: Are you enjoying the story? I'm already starting to develop Pertemis and probably have more in the next chapter, but without disrupting the plot.
What about that demigod...Perhaps was Alabaster, but not necessarily. You think that was a cruel punishment that Artemis and Percy did? It would not be strange in original Greek mythology , but I wanted to know your opinion about it.
I'll change the title soon because I think the current not fit well to the plot.
If have any mistake, let me know what and I can edit the chapter.
