I know this is a short chapter, but quite honestly, I'm running out of ideas. I decided I would finish this, but I don't think there would be a sequel. Oh, and for disclaimers:

I don't own PJO, or song Warrior; Beth Crowley does. P.S. Sorry for week's wait, I was on vacation, and it was PERFECT! To make up for shortness of this chapter, next would be longer! Love you all!

Chapter 10

Ultimatum

"Hail Eleanor, Goddess of Time and Full Circles", Kronos announced.

I stared at him, emotions battling in me. Part of me wanted to jump around in happiness, other part wanted to sink on ground and weep, and last part wanted to punch Kronos for turning me into immortal. I couldn't decide what to do, so I stood unmoving, looking directly in his golden eyes.

"Ah, you're quick", Kronos praised and gave me mirror. I lifted it, and nearly dropped it: my eyes were completely golden, and my now black hair tumbled down in curls.

"Welcome in family, cousin", Perses said grinning diabolically.

"I…" I wanted to said, I'm not your family, but I found that I couldn't.

"Thanks", my lips whispered without my permission. Staff turned back into ring.

"It's complete, Uncle", Perses gloated. "We can proceed as planned."

"What are you talking about?"

"Oh, nothing special", he smirked at me. "I'll give you a hint: after we finish this, you'll be fully part of our family." My mind whirled around, going into fifth speed.

"Come", Kronos ordered. I obeyed despite screaming in my mind that demanded to snap out of it.

He glided down the well-worn path, towards the entrance of a cave. I followed closely behind, not having much choice.

"Where are we going?" He turned around, surprised I questioned him.

"To send message to Olympus. What's the point in keeping you here if no one knows about it?" I shuddered inwardly: this thing was creeping me out.

We walked until Kronos stopped, and dragged me forward. Webcam sat precariously on the stone perch, and behind it lurked Krios, Titan of Constellations.

"We're ready." Kronos nodded, and raised his eyebrow. After a second, I heard faint hiss, and my father started talking.

"Greetings, Olympians. You have failed. As you see, my daughter is here with me." He pushed me forward¸, keeping his hand on my shoulder.

"If you want to barter for her, meet me tomorrow at the sunset in front of the entrance in Tartarus." He grinned evilly.

"If you don't want to…" He cackled. "You can say goodbye to your demi titaness, because she would be mine, forever."

Krios pushed the button and ended recording.

"It would be delivered tonight, my lord", he said to Kronos.

"OK, now I'm officially screwed", I muttered. I had to warn the gods; they mustn't get into negotiations with my father. Suddenly, I got the idea.

I made the replica of webcam I saw and recorded my message.

"Dear Olympians, if you receive this package before the other one, don't continue watching this. It will make no sense." I took a deep breath and went on.

"Please, don't meet my father. He will never let me go; I am the one anchoring him to this world. Without me, he'd probably fade."

"Artemis and Apollo", I continued quietly. "You and Poseidon will probably be the first ones to protest, but I'm begging you. I'll find my way around all of this."

"Finally, be safe and don't act rashly when you see this message. And just so you know, I'm immortal now. See you." I turned off recorder, and puffed it on Olympus. Little I knew what kind of uproar my and Kronos's message would cause.

Olympus

Council was yet again summoned, per Poseidon's request. Percy and Annabeth informed Chiron of happenings, and Olympians were really nervous.

As gods flashed in one by one, Zeus noticed absence of his son Hermes.

"Father!" Speaking of a devil, said god appeared carrying a package.

"A message for Olympus!" Everyone raised their eyebrows; last time we got mail, sea spawn sent us Medusa's head.

"Well, open it", Zeus barked irritably. He opened it, and camera fell out with a note. Athena picked up the note, read it and paled visibly.

"What is it, Thena?" Apollo inquired. She took a shaky breath, and read aloud.

"I send you a little recording. Enjoy it! Kronos, Lord of Time."

Silence descended, to be broken by Hermes.

"Ready to begin?" Everyone present nodded mutely. He clicked button, and picture of man completely made out of shadows sprang into life.

"Greetings, Olympians. You have failed. As you see, my daughter is here with me."

Apollo and Poseidon gasped. Ella was pushed in, but she looked different: she had raven black hair and shining gold eyes. Gifts we gave her were still intact, save for disappearance of her winged shoes. For the first time, she looked like daughter of Kronos.

"If you wish to barter for her, meet me tomorrow at the sunset in front of the entrance in Tartarus."

Nobody dared to interrupt. Kronos smiled devilishly before continuing.

"If you don't want to…" He cackled, sending shivers. "You can say goodbye to your demi titaness, because she would be mine, forever."

"You will not touch her!" Poseidon roared, jumping from his throne. Hera, Artemis and Apollo looked eager to pulverize him, and Ares cracked his knuckles.

"Calm down!" Athena shouted. "We need a plan!"

"She's right", Hermes said gravely. "He would expect rash reaction from us."

With a plop, another package appeared. It was camera again, but gold-and-black ring was attached to it.

"Ella sent us a recording", Aphrodite squealed. She hurriedly picked it up, and started projection.

Her face shimmered in existence, looking exhausted.

"Dear Olympians, if you receive this package before the other one, don't continue watching this. It will make no sense." Pause.

"Please, don't meet my father. He will never let me go; I am the one anchoring him to this world. Without me, he'd probably fade."

"Ella, don't be stupid!" Hestia yelled. "You are not going to sacrifice yourself for us!"

Artemis, Apollo and Poseidon looked ready to kill.

"Artemis and Apollo", she continued quietly. "You and Poseidon will probably be the first ones to protest, but I'm begging you. I'll find my way around all of this. Finally, be safe and don't act rashly when you see this message. And just so you know, I'm immortal now. See you."

"Immortal?" Question echoed around the throne room.

"That's impossible, unless…" Apollo never finished his sentence, because he fainted.

Artemis rushed over and prevented him from falling off throne. He came around quickly.

"Guys, more bad news", Apollo said grimly. "Ella is not just immortal. She's goddess of time, and if we don't hurry, Kronos will use her to make himself a new body."

BOOO! Cliffy! Next chapter would probably shock you, so be prepared for heart attack!

Peace out, Jelena(My real name!)