Heyo! Taz here with a... ~DOUBLE CHAPTER~ Shout out to Sol and G'syr because she was the 20th reviewer! I decided to put the A/N on top cause this might be a little sad... anywho, HAPPY SEA OF MONSTERS DAY! XD I havent seen it yet, I hope its better than the last one! R&R and Enjoy~!


Travis felt like crap. He shouldn't have done anything. But he hurt Katie… No! Stop thinking like that!

He shouldn't have hit the yuppie scum in the first place! Ugh! Travis held his head in his hands, debating with himself. The cool air surrounded his body, reminding him of what just happened. The demigod sat on the stairs outside of the marble ballroom, staring at his black and blue reflection in the white stone. What would Katie think? Travis frowned and shook his head.

"It doesn't even matter," The son of Hermes muttered to himself.

The doors opened sending a wave of warmth towards Travis' back. He looked over, careful not to hurt any bruises or cuts.

"Dude, what happened?" His brother asked, walking over and plopping down beside him.

"Connor-" Travis tried to explain himself.

"We've been together since day one Travis, tell me." If there was one person to count on in his life, it would be Connor.

"Well..." Travis was hesitant.

Flashback

Travis laughed as Leo failed at cracking a joke. "Hey, I tried!" The repair boy pouted.

Hazel and Frank burst out laughing; fortunately Frank finally softened up to Leo a year ago. The son of Hermes looks down at his empty cup and announces, "Ah, I'm out of punch, I'll be right back!" He set off for the snack table leaving Frank, Leo, Reyna, Hazel and Elliot to talk.

"Hey, missy you have not right to talk like that!" A bald, middle aged man on a side bench slurred.

"I have every right to! Now get your hands off me!" A black haired teen retorted trying to shake off the thug's grip.

Travis looked over, but quickly regretted it as his face paled. He dropped his cup and ran in front of the girl. "Hey, man, back off!" He shouted putting an arm out to protect her.

"Travis! I can handle this!" The daughter of Demeter scolded.

"Katie-" Travis couldn't let her get... violated like this.

"Who's your little boyfriend? A little dumb and puny if you ask me!" The man retorted. He got up, letting go over her arm and towering over Travis. A little piece of the curly haired teen confidence murmured, How are you going to win this? Travis was interrupted as he was punched.

"He's not my boyfriend you twit!" Ouch! There goes another piece of him.

"Well then, I don't see the problem!" The drunk shouted grabbing Katie's shoulder and shoving Travis off to the side.

Come on Travis, you can do this. The son of Hermes clutched his fists and gritted his teeth. Here goes nothing…

"Ah!"

Travis right hooked the man's face causing him to stumble backwards and release Katie.

"Travis!" Katie yelped as the man quickly recovered and hit back, causing the blue eyed teen to fall to the floor. The daughter of Demeter charged at the ruffian, only to be knocked out and collapse to the ground next to Travis. The son of Hermes groaned and struggled to get up. He spotted the body of his crush on the floor which made his blood start boiling again.

"Isaac!" A blonde haired woman called out from behind him. Isaac? He doesn't look like an Isaac at all… Travis got up and tackled the man, crashing to the ground.

"You will not hurt her again! Do you understand?" Travis shouted between slugging.

Isaac grunted, kicked Travis off of him and shouted, "You little shit! I don't give a fuck, and if you don't want to get your ass beat I suggest you get your fucking ass out of here!"

Travis was furious. "No! You get out! Katie said no and you tried to fucking make a move on her! Then you knock her unconscious! Well, I have something to tell you; I hope your rot in Hades!" The curly haired teen screamed, he didn't care if there was a crowd or that he was probably going to regret this for the rest of his life, he just wanted to get this all of his chest. The regret of not telling her all those years ago.

Travis looked over at Katie's body, I'm sorry, he thought and he charged after the man again, this time not holding anything back. Punch after punch after punch…

"Travis! Get off of him!" He suddenly felt himself getting pulled away.

"Connor! Get over here!" He heard someone scream.

"Katie!"

Present

Travis let out a long, sorrowful sigh and smiled dryly. "Ah, what was I thinking?" He groaned.

"All I can say is: I'm proud to be your brother." Connor said, squeezing Travis' shoulder and smiling.

"Th-thanks, that means a lot, bro." The other demigod stuttered.

"Travis?" A high voice asked weakly.

Travis stayed quiet, not wanting to talk to the child of Demeter. "Well uh, I'll just be going…" Connor trailed off, dashing back into the ballroom. Travis sighed and set his elbows on his knees as Katie sat next to him.

"Are you okay?" Travis asked, gesturing to her black eye.

"Oh, yeah I'm fine… Thanks Travis, for caring about me…" Katie muttered, blushing.

"I-" Soft lips crashed into Travis' chapped ones, shutting him up. A few seconds went by and they finally came up for air, her lips left warm feeling on his, something the 19 year old wouldn't want to leave him.

"Finally! Now we don't have to hear you guys secretly ramble about each other!" Someone yells from a few feet away.

"Jason!" Whack! "Ouch! Piper!"

"Haha!" Whack! "What was that for?"

"Percy there is always a reason to slap you." A familiar voice responded.

"That hurts!" Percy whined.

Katie and Travis laughed, and then eventually it spread out to the group at the door. It hurt, but it was so worth hitting that guy in the face…


"Where did Travis go?" Elliot asked, shifting in his uncomfortable posh jacket and pants.

"He went outside for a little bit," Reyna answered, sitting with the little boy eating crackers and dip.

"I hope he comes back, I like him!" He stated, swinging his legs loosely. The Roman smiled. You are closer to him than you think little guy, She thought.

"So Ellie, what happened to your parents?" The praetor asked, stroking his hair.

"Well my daddy left 5 years ago, I was really little. My mommy took care of me for a while until she left for a little bit to go and pick something up. My mommy never came back, so I left to go look for her, but then I got lost in the city. Then these mean doggies tried to bite me! So I ran from them and then you found me! Thank you, Rey. You are like my mommy. I miss her…" Elliot's eyes became glossy, but he didn't cry. He's one tough kid.

"You've been through a lot, buddy." Reyna said. "And guess what?" Elliot's eyes widen with excitement. "The tickle monster's here!" Reyna screeched, grabbing Elliot and tickling his stomach. The bony boy and the obsidian haired demigod bubbled with laughter.

"St-Stop!" Elliot sputtered through giggles. "M-mommy stop!" Reyna immediately stopped and stared at the boy. "S-sorry Reyna." Elliot stuttered holding back tears. She gave him a smile and pulled his skinny figure into a hug. Elliot clung to her dress sobbing. She muttered some comforting words, but he ended up falling asleep in her arms. Reyna scooped the kid into her arms and carried him out of the ballroom; not caring if people were looking at her.

"Reyna? Where are ya going?" Leo asked as she passed by.

"I'm taking Ellie back to the hotel, he fell asleep." Reyna recalled, still a bit teary eyed, letting Leo kiss her on the forehead and say he would be there in a few minutes. The Roman slipped into her rental car and drove off towards the hotel. "Mommy…" Ellie muttered in his sleep. Reyna looked over her shoulder and sighed.

SCREEEEECCHH!

Weewooo

Weewooo

Hon-

Ho-

H-


Leo chuckled and sipped his punch. Weewoo…. Piper's eyes filled with concern. "What's happening?" The daughter pf Aphrodite asked, immediately turning her head towards the passing ambulance. Devin and Thalia burst out of the ballroom.

"What's happening? There are rarely any accidents around here!" Devin said. Leo's face paled. No, no, no, no, no, no, dear gods this can't happen, I can't lose her… Leo took off running and quickly slipped into his car, ignoring how sick he felt.

"Leo, where are you going?" Jason asked, peering into the car.

"I have to make sure they're okay!" The repair boy pulled back the shift, ready to drive when a hand grabbed his wrist.

"Then we're doing this together." Jason argued, climbing into the passenger seat. Leo smiled and took off full speed, and wishing they were okay.


Well, his life just ended.

It was so bloody, an-and broken… "Reyna! Elliot!" Leo shouted getting out of his car and running over to the group of police officers. He tried running to the bodies currently being transported on the gurney, but two strong arms snatched him from behind.

"Let me go!" The son of Hephaestus screamed.

"Sir, we-" One of them started with a thick French accent.

"Leo Valdez! I'm her boyfriend you bozos!" Leo stated, struggling. "Just let me see them!"

"Sir, stop-"

"Leo! Calm down!" Jason shouted.

"No I'm not going to lose her or him! Let me see them, gods damn it!" Leo screamed. The officers let him go and he took off towards one of the ambulance, climbing in the back.

"Oh gods Elliot," The elfish demigod muttered, grasping the kid's bloody hand. "I'm sorry; I promised I wouldn't hurt you, turns out that's the only thing I can do." Leo sadly murmured.. "I guess I'm a natural," He watched as Elliot's chest rose up and down slowly, but surely. "But I want you to promise me something okay? I know you can't hear me, but promise me. Don't leave, don't you dare! Promise me that okay?"

Leo thought he saw the boy nod, but it was probably only him imagination. He sighed and ran his fingers through his hair. How was his queen doing? He really wished the ambulance could carry 2 people at once. "I'll see you soon, reina." He whispered.

At the hospital…

Leo stood next to one of those plastic and completely uncomfortable waiting chairs, twiddling his thumbs.

I'm sorry.

No your stupid! You can't even protect the women you love, and you call you self a man?

Shut up! I'm not stupid! I-I-

And what about Elliot? Bet you feel guilty, don't ya? Couldn't protect him either!

I tried! I didn't know that they would get hurt!

What about your mother? I bet she died wanting to know why her son killed her!

STOP IT!

I BET SHE HATES YOU!

Th-That's not-

Yes it is! Her little boy killed her! Look what you've become! The same old scrawny Leo Valdez! The freak! The loser! The seventh wheel…

I'M NOT THE SEVENTH WHEEL ANYMORE!

'Anymore' as in you were once and you still are! Just because you got a girlfriend, who by the way is probably dying right now, doesn't mean anything different!

Leo let out a frustrated scream and kicked the chair next to him. He was going crazy, he'd been sitting here for ages, Jason came by to check up on him, but Leo told him he should get some sleep.

"Excuse me, are you Leo Valdez?" A middle aged woman with wavy bright orange hair and a dash of freckles asked.

"Yeah." Leo answered, wondering if the woman saw him kick the chair.

"You can come in!" The nurse announced, walking down the hall and turning at a corner. The curly haired demigod pushed through the white door and felt a pit of sadness deepen. Reyna laid on the hospital bed with tubes stuck to her arms and stitches everywhere.

"I'm sorry, Rey" He took a seat next to her and kissed her lightly on the forehead, taking her hand. He smiled remembering the first time he asked her out.

Flashback

"That graecus needs to pay for what he's done to New Rome!" The Roman scarecrow shouted, pointing a finger at Leo.

"He was possessed by an eidolon! One of Gaea's minions, he didn't do anything wrong!" Hazel argued, throwing her arms in the air.

"Leo tried killing us! I know a traitor when I see one!" Octavian retorted. "Execution is required!"

"It wasn't even his fault! You're not even listening to us!" Piper shouted.

"Stand back children of Venus and Pluto, this is not your fight!" Octavian screeched.

"It is our fight when you threaten out friend!" Percy growled.

"It is okay guys, I'll go," Leo started, putting a hand up and walking towards Octavian. "If it stops the feud, I'm willing to."

Jason ran up next to him, trying not to let his fear show. "I'll take his place! Just don't kill him!"

"Leo! Jason! No!" Piper screamed, tears threatening to spill.

"That is not necessary, I already have what I need" Octavian grinned. "So how will you die? Sadly we can't burn you to the stake because you are fire proof… Oh I know! A clean thrust of a spear!" Leo's guts did not like the sound of that. The scarecrow smiled wickedly. The repair boy slowly got on the platform, saying his goodbyes, and he stood looking fearless.

"I'll see you guys soon." Leo said with a goodbye wave and his famous mischievous grin.

Piper's body went limp and she broke out into tears as Jason wrapped his arms around her and held back his tears. Silent tears came out of Leo's eyes, and so did Hazel's; she was trying so hard not to cry. Frank hugged her as she cried into his chest. Annabeth's eyes watered, but she still stood tall and strong, not wanting to break down in front of New Rome. Percy held her hand, gripping it as if he gripped hard enough it would all disappear.

"Keep the Argo and Festus safe." Leo told them getting on his knees.

3…

2…

1…

"STOP!" Leo looked up and saw a teen with obsidian black hair and a purple toga run out of the crowd. "As lead praetor of New Rome, I object the execution!" Reyna announced. Reyna? Why did she stop the execution? How come I have to see the love of my life before I die?

"Octavian, our former augur, is the real traitor! Greeks are allies, they aren't our enemies! We stopped Gaea together, not alone, and this man has betrayed us in several ways possible! He is executing a man with false information he made up himself!" Reyna spoke with authority, looking at everyone in the crowd, including Octavian.

"Former?" Octavian sputtered out.

"I nominate Octavian to be banished from New Rome, and stripped from his position!" Reyna announced. "All in favor?" Everyone's hands went up. "Anyone not in favor?" No hands went up; Leo could practically hear the crickets chirping. Two strong Romans stepped up and snatched Octavian and dragged him somewhere into the city. "Let's go twerp."

Leo got up and immediately hugged Reyna. "Valdez, what are yo-"Leo pressed his lips to hers, in his what thanking her gratefully. She hesitated but she melted into the kiss wrapping her arms around his neck and fiddling around with his hair. They pulled apart, and saw everyone in shock. Leo smiled and asked, "Wanna be a part of Team Leo?" Reyna smiled. "Where do I sign?"

Present

"Best day of my life for now," Leo muttered. "I'm still waiting for the day I invite you to the church, if you know what I mean. You might not remember this when you wake up, but I want you to know that I love you Rey." Leo eyes filled with tears. "Thanks for saving me"


Black. Pitch black. It was the only thing Leo could see.

"Hijo, can you get me my screwdriver?"

"Yes, Mama!"

The darkness faded away and a room with tools and grease appeared.

"Mom?"

Leo ran out to touch the woman, but when he touched her she dissolved into the air. The scene morphed this time he was in a shabby rundown house, with a family inside.

"Leo! Go to your room! You do not push people!"

"But I-"

"No buts! Go!"

A small boy with curly black hair ran through him as if he wasn't even there and up to his room. A hole emerged from below Leo and he fell through, screaming and flailing his arms.

He was in a car, a woman was in the front and a small sleeping boy was in the back.

"Mommy…" The boy murmured. "Elliot?" Leo spoke, but no one heard him. The lady turned her head to look at the boy. "Reyna! Turn around! You-"

SCREEEEECCHH!

Weewooo

Weewooo

Blood, Blood, and Blood.

See Leo? Everyone you love dies!

Stop.

You're killing them Leo…

Stop!

Just give up…

STOP!