A/N: Hero! Sorry again that it is later in the week. So in this chapter, I decided to try something new. It's going to have multiple POV's in it and this time I think there'll be a POV change about three or four times. Well, I don't really have anything else to say, so moving on!
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Chapter Nine: Camp Time!
Annabeth POV
"I will get you next time," I said as I walked out. Harry had just gotten the best of me after myself beating him two times before. Hermione had just called out dinner and I was excited because tonight we would be having Beef Stroganoff, curtesy of Percy. The smell in the kitchen was a delight and I was excited to eat. Dueling (especially against a war veteran, who has been doing this since he was eleven) works up quite an appetite.
We were at Harry's house again. These past two weeks, we had been alternating between Harry's, Ron's and our house. Percy had started to get along incredibly well with Ron and with Harry almost as much. If you're looking at me, well Ginny (I'm pretty sure I've said this but whatever) is quite frankly awesome to be around. She rather reminds me of the Hunters or the Amazons with her fiery spirit. The only thing is that she is currently living her life with Harry, so I don't know if she would fit in because of that aspect.
Percy and I had used up some of our Drachmas to communicate with our friends and family to keep them updated with our situation. Today, we were all a bit giddy because tomorrow was the day we were going to Camp Half-Blood. We talked to Chiron and for some reason he allowed Harry, Ron, and Ginny to come along as well. I didn't know what Percy thought, but I was shocked. It was extremely rare to let mortals in, let alone three. It seemed good, too good. I'd have to talk to Chiron about it once we get there. I shook the thought away and focused on the blue cookies. I took a bite out of them. Nope, still not as good as his mom's. They were still good though.
At the end of dinner/dessert, we hung out for a bit before saying our good-byes and then going home. Instead of driving we had apparated here, giving me the chance to practice. Percy went with Hermione just in case I spliced. I didn't like it per se, but if it meant it was safer, I'd do it.
We got home and Hermione went straight to bed. Percy and I, however, stayed up for a bit snuggling and chatting. We were both homesick and excited as heck to be home.
"After this visit, are you coming back here or staying home?" asked Percy.
I thought carefully before I answered. "I… I'm not sure. I am hoping that while we train Hermione, that we'll do it at Camp or at Camp Jupiter. Most likely Camp Half-Blood."
"We?" Percy raised his eyebrows.
"Well, I- I thought you-" I stammered.
"Wise Girl, I was just kidding! Of course I'm helping you!"
We both smiled. Our moment lasted for a while. How long, I do not know. All I know is that it was enjoyable and would last in our hearts forever.
Hermione POV (it's going to be short, but we'll come back to her later in the chapter)
I walked down the stairs smiling when I saw the pair of them sleeping on the couch. I decided to make coffee instead of tea today. I looked at the clock, 7:35 A.M. I would wake them at 9:00 at the latest. I ate cereal looking out the window pondering. I then proceeded to getting showered, brushing my teeth, getting changed etc. When I was back in the living room, they were still sleeping. I thought about what they had gone through together. How were they still sane, I wondered.
A voice in my head responded, "They had each other."
If Ron and I went through that together, I doubted that we would've been the same. I don't even think we could have survived. I should have been there. I could've used Wingardium Leviosa or Protego or reducto to cut the web or- stop it. I sighed as I told myself that I couldn't change the past. Well actually… Okay, I really need to stop this before I make myself insane or do something that I might regret.
I shook those thoughts out of my head as I glanced at the clock. 8:45 A.M. I was getting antsy so I decided to wake them up. It's close enough to the time. I walked over and whispered Annabeth and Percy's name, I then moved on to lightly shaking Annabeth. She groaned and Percy woke up. He looked around groggily.
"It's 8:50 A.M. You guys should start to get ready. We're supposed to leave at eleven, so we have two hours."
He nodded and proceeded to wake Annabeth up. Today would be an exciting day.
Annabeth POV
We arrived (we decided on CHB) and were immediatley bombarded by campers. We headed straight towards the Big House, hopefully getting some privacy. They all looked kind of uncomfortable at the attention, Harry especially. When we got there, Chiron ushered us in and locked the door. He was in wheelchair mode, probably to not scare the boys (except Percy) and Ginny. I hugged Chiron while Percy shook his hand. We settled on the couch while Percy and I introduced them to Chiron and Chiron to them. Hermione and I then took turns in explaining what happened this past month and a half. Chiron then told us that Harry, Ron, and Ginny would be staying in the Big House while Hermione could choose to join them or sleep in the Athena cabin. She looked between me and Chiron, her eyebrows furrowed. After a couple of seconds, she said she would get back to him. Chiron told us (as in myself and Percy) to give them a tour of Camp. Before they left, I told them that I'd catch up to them, and that I just need to talk to Chrion for a bit.
I faced Chiron, "Why did you let Harry, Ron, and Ginny here? It's already rare enough to let one mortal in, but three?"
"Well you see… From the sounds of those books, it seems to me that they're quite a tight group."
"So? Wait, please don't tell me there's another prophecy. Isn't the power of them not working?!"
"Umm…"
"Chiron!" I exclaimed angrily.
"Okay, okay. I'm not 100% sure, but while you know, Apollo was in the Grove of Dodona, he heard more than one prophecy. It wasn't exactly clear…"
I knew he was holding back on it so I pushed him some more, "Chiron tell me what it said."
"Two sisters one of a kind, will have their fates intertwined.
And save the mystical Lady of magic, before everything turns too tragic."
I folded my arms, "Who knows about this and it's been years since Dodona, why now?"
"Calypso, Nico, Leo, Will, and the rest of the head councillors. I know, but we had no idea what it meant until… now."
"What about it meaning the Romans and the Greeks? It could easily mean that, couldn't it?"
"Who else do you know that has magic and is a demi-god?"
There was silence before I asked, yet another question. "If it has to do with siblings, then why bring the mortals here?"
"Just a feeling."
I sighed, feeling done with him. No, I wasn't just done with Chiron, I was done with every "wiser" adult in the world. First my dad, then Athena, and now Chiron. It was just too much. "Goodbye Chiron. I need some time before we talk about this further."
"Goodbye Annabeth, and yes you can sleep in the Poseidon cabin with Percy if you want."
Ignoring my shock, I left him with his thoughts smiling sadly. Well, this would be interesting.
Hermione POV
The camp was even bigger than I imagined. It was magnificent although, I wasn't sure how I felt about the climbing wall. Quite frankly I thought it was dangerous, but Percy assured me that he hasn't known anyone to have died from it. Both Harry and Ron looked at the place in awe, while Ginny asked Percy if a thousand questions including if she could try the climbing wall, ride one of the pegasi etc. He gave her a lopsided smile and said he wasn't sure she would be allowed. At some of the things, Harry was a bit concerned and I would agree with him. Percy would yet again assure us that most of them were 80% safe, which didn't reassure me. I was most interested in the cabins. I loved how each of them had their own feel to them. I felt the most pull to the Athena cabin, naturally, but there was another one that caught my eye. It was wooden and decorated with images of wild animals.
Percy must've noticed my stare. "That's the Artemis cabin. She's a virgin so she has no kids. The cabin is just honorary. It has come into use a couple of times though, for her hunters."
Ginny walked up beside me. "Hunters?"
"They're the immortal hand-maidens of Artemis. You have to swear against loving boys and stuff. Then you become immortal and can only die in battle. There are other stuff too but since I'm a boy I don't really know the details."
Both Ginny and I frowned. "Well, sounds fun and awesome, but I wouldn't leave Harry for that."
I said, "Dito."
We then moved back to the Athena cabin. It was grey with a carving of an owl. I walked inside and put my bag on Annabeth's bunk. I then headed back out and heard a conch horn blow.
"That's the signal for dinner." Percy answered our looks. He led us to an area with lots of picnic benches and surrounded by Greek style columns. "This is the dining pavilion. You eat at separate tables depending on who your goldy parents is. I don't know where you three will be sitting though. Maybe… Gimme a sec." With that he ran off leaving us standing awkwardly.
I scanned the area and found Annabeth talking with a teenage boy younger by about a year or two. She caught my eye and waved. I returned it. She finished her conversation and walked toward us.
"So, you liking camp so far?"
"Yeah, it is interesting. I do love the cabin. They're beautiful, except for maybe the Ares cabin."
"Sorry about the whole staying behind thing. I just needed to confirm a few things with Chiron. Have you been to the weapon shack yet?" something about her voice was edgy. She seemed to be upset but also nervous.
"Uhh, no."
"K, I will take you there later. Have you decided where your going to sleep?"
"I was thinking of the Athena cabin with you?" I phrased it as a question.
"Okay, come I'll show you guys how to do this the proper way."
Before we could go grab our plates Percy came by and said, "Hey, so I talked to Chiron and since it's such a big group, Chiron decided that you guys are going to eat at my table since I'm the only Poseidon kid. Annabeth and Hemione can join us too."
We nodded and Annabeth with a huge grin on her face led us to the fire as we prayed to the gods. I prayed to Athena, Artemis, and Hecate. The food was delicious, though I could see Harry's and Ron's surprised faces that it was healthy. We then had the sing along which was amazing and all in all it was a good day. There were the occasional side glance at us or the people whispering to each other but I tried to ignore it. Annabeth decided she would show me the armoury tomorrow. I crawled into my bunk (which was under her's) and slowly fell asleep.
I was awoken by a scream. I looked around and saw Annabeth tossing and turning while screaming and muttering "Percy, no no no." I was confused for a second but then guessed that it probably had to do with Tarturus. I mean who wouldn't have nightmares if they had gone through a living hell. It looked like the other two people in this cabin had woken up too. Without thinking I rushed outside towards Cabin Three.
I opened the door and exclaimed while panting. "Percy! Annabeth-"
He jumped out of bed. "Where-?"
"Athena cabin." He pushed past me and I followed him. Man, he was fast.
When I got there, he was lying with Annabeth stroking her head and soothing her. After a bit they both fell asleep. The other campers shrugged and went back to bed. I did the same all the while thinking that I could not have wished for a better boyfriend for my sister. I smiled as I eventually fell back asleep.
A/N: So, yeah I know I suck at Prophecy's and again I know that the Tarturus thing is over used but like I said. Who wouldn't have nightmares, I mean I would too if I were her. So yeah, please review and let me know what you think! Have a good week y'all!
