A.N : Amphitrite will be a bit of a meanie but not Hera level meanie . Also We are really sorry for not updating for 4 weeks .
Third Person P.O.V
Percy went back to camp but Atalanta had to stay back because they still had to talk to Jean and Wendell . For some reason Atalanta was worried about Wendell Granger taking the news as he wasn't exactly the most rational , her mom Jean was a brilliant , smart , capable woman who was a voice of reason in the most difficult of situations . Also from what she saw on Annabeth and Ares and Poseidon 's faces . She knew Jean was some one important , someone valuable and a deadly enemy .
During this time Atalanta and Sally learnt a lot about each other and discovered their mutual love for books and cleanliness . They already made plans to go on a girls' shopping day , make cupcakes and movie night . Both mother and daughter immediately warmed up to each other and talked to each other about deep , dark , secrets. To any outsider they looked like sisters or best friends . They sure got along like sisters ; they had similar taste , hair and laughed like that . Sally Jackson secretly hoped that Atalanta would be able talk to her about anything and everything . She wanted to be there for her little girl and make her hard life easier .
TIME SKIP ~~
Poseidon was in the living room and Atalanta was scared for the talk despite her father's reassurances that Jean knew about this and love her no matter what by saying
"Jean knew she had to let you go at some point of time so she will be fine with it .".Sally shook her head at his lack of subtlety and tact . Guess mortal or immortal boys will be boys .
"Princess , there is nothing to be afraid of, your dad , Jean and I will love you no matter what . I know Jean enough to say she will be happy for you . One reason why I trusted her with you"
Sally then pulls her beloved daughter into a hug before sending them off and threatening to castrate Poseidon if he flashed away again without warning. Poseidon gulps and says "That woman though mortal is mighty ." Atalanta chuckles at this "I guess"
As Sally watched two of the most precious people in her life go down the elevator she smiles at the visibly contrasting pair. Atalanta looked like Sally's mom but got sally's curls . Percy was a carbon copy of Poseidon . Guess both her children were daddy's children by birth .Percy was like her but Atalanta was a mini version of her father From her smirk to jokes and walk that was both delightful and painful for her . Her heart clenched in the past as she saw so much of Poseidon in Atalanta . Truth be told , Sally loved Poseidon . Sally remembered all the times she yelled at him whenever he suggested separating the twins . She remembered being afraid of the fact that he could zap her but he didn't . He listened to her rant . Any other God would have zapped her but he wasn't any other God . He was her Poseidon . She remembered how vulnerable he looked when he asked her if he could carry Atalanta and Percy . She felt hope bubble up in her chest but she crushed it saying that He was an immortal . Why would he fall for some one so insignificant ?
She could feel her eyes get moist with tears .She could never love any one like she loved Poseidon but she could damn well try . Setting a steely resolve Sally wiped her eyes and went inside to find a box of her favourite chocolates on the table. She smiled .
There was a note attached to it that said "Sally , these are for you . Your favorite if I am not wrong . I hope it will make up for my sick parenting skills and years with Gabe Love Kelphead" Here was that familiar feeling of hope and Sally had a hearty laugh and went about cleaning the house while thoroughly enjoying the chocolate.
TIME SKIP~~
Poseidon and Atalanta were in the elevator of the Mariott on their way to see Jean and Wendell . Poseidon had a bad feeling that he could just not shake off . He was afraid about that stupid mortal messing things up . Jean cared a ton about him . She cared enough to fight Zeus and Hades about it and leave Maria . She was adamant and downright stubborn . Poseidon had to fight Amphitrite , Triton for it . That caused quite an uproar . Thank Rhea for sensible family members like Artemis , Hermes , Hestia , Apollo . That mortal could ruin everything by behaving like an immature , spoilt brat and sway Jean in her opinion . Love is blind . That was what her favorite sister Maria told him when Poseidon asked her what Jean saw in this stupid brat . Maria was just like Jean but she was a bit more level headed . He willed to himself that he would do something he never wanted to do , fight is own sister Jean if things went south because he'll be damned if he wiped that smile of Sally's face and hurt his family .
While Poseidon's brain was running at million miles a minute , Atalanta was still trying to figure Jean out. Atalanta hated not knowing . But here was a woman who was unpredictable and full of surprises . From a dentist to business woman to warrior to God Level VIP. She was worried that the once wonderful relationship they had might be damaged . The father -daughter duo were snapped out of their reverie by a ding of the elevator . They got out and walked towards Room 3105 . They find the door open ajar . Poseidon's demeanor suddenly changed to that of a predatory animal on the prowl . His grip on her shoulder tightened to a painful extent . Atalanta's heart dropped seeing the damp floor , broken vase and books and crockery strewn across the floor . There was only one picture unharmed . One that had two stunning women in a bar .
Questions were racing through both their minds . Where was Jean ? Was she alright ? Poseidon was feeling anger along with fear . Jean was no mere warrior . She was his Jean . His Sister . She was a formidable opponent in battle , she never lost control . Not even when they fought Typhon the first time . That enabled her to get victory because she was like a predator on the hunt . But the sight before them suggested that something or someone had caused her to lose control. No Olympian was stupid enough to try that .In control the woman was terrifying enough as is .
Atalanta tears away from his grip and runs to the bedroom . Her whole form was shaking with fear. She goes to the bedroom door and banging on it yelling to no one in particular "Mom...Are you in there ? OPEN UP ! Are you alrigh-" Poseidon desperately wanted to run after her and warn her of danger but he was transfixed on the same spot as he let rage wash over him. The bedroom door opens and his fury multiplies by 100 times and his normally unreadable expression morphs into that of rage and concern as his daughter stops mid sentence due to shock .A dishevelled woman hugs Atalanta and says "Sorry ... I scared you . I am alright . Was a bit buy in the room .Hestia ."
. Looking at her Poseidon wondered what happened to the fierce warrior who said what needed to be said not caring who she said it to one bit , the woman who was very personification of the term warrior princess , the one person nobody mortal or immortal wanted to fight if they could help it especially not with weapons to retreat into a shell of her former self . Her eyes were bloodshot and puffy as if she had been crying and Jean did not cry . She usually converted her fear and guilt and sadness into aggression on monsters , Rhea have mercy on the monster she hunted when pissed off . Even after the worst of fights she never looked so dishevelled and insecure and lost about her identity . Atalanta pulls away from the hug and says "This is not fine " gesturing at Jean . Finally having recovered from the shock Poseidon asks "What in the name of Tartarus happened to you ? "
"Poseidon" Jean acknowledges her old friend or brother even . Her voice was shaky and she was struggling to keep composure . He pulls her into a hug and he smelled of the sea,oh. How she missed home . Poseidon and Maria .Her sister who backed her up on anything and everything even when the whole world was against her .
" Excuse Me . You still have to tell us what happened or who was the stupid jerk that did this to you " Atalanta says as they pull away .Jean averts her eyes and ignores the question "How was the talk with Sally ? Which books have the two of you talked about because if I remember correctly she loves books like you ."
"The talk with mom went well and we love our books-"Atalanta answers frowning while Poseidon also frowned when he realised what Jean was doing .
"But don't change the topic Jean I know you well enough . No way in Tartarus are you wriggling out of this one. If it was the damn monsters that did this -" Poseidon answers his anger becoming obvious
"No it wasn't the monsters" Jean answers in a small voice unlike her own .
"It was my punk ass family. Those brats . Was it Zeus Or Hades ?" Poseidon's voice was laced with disgust .
"You really think Corpse breath or Drama Queen would try to mess with me ?" She asks in an indignant tone . There she is Poseidon thought . Just have to rile her up and we go from Poseidon to Kelphead . Just like good old days .
"Then who did this ?" Atalanta asks growing impatient as she wants to rip whoever did this apart .
Jean sighs . Poseidon was stubborn and Atalanta was also stubborn .Guess it ran in the family.
"Well..the reason you are here is to tell me about Sally so you two tell me everything and I will tell you what happened . Only after you both are sitting down on the couch ." Upon seeing that they were about to protest she adds in a firm tone "Poseidon , you of all people should know I will not budge "
"Well..then swear on the River Styx" Poseidon says .Atalanta sees this like a business deal where they are negotiating towards a compromise . Her curiosity got the better of her .
""Why the River Styx ?" She asks .
Jean lets out a weak laugh "Glad to see something is normal in my currently ruined life . -"
-" But you're a beautiful ruin "- Poseidon cuts in and Jean rolls her eyes before continuing "An oath On the River Styx is the most binding oath . Even Gods can't break it . This kelp head here took my escape route."
Poseidon smiles an innocent smile and we make our way down the hallway to the living room .
"Damn what a mess !" Jean says and Poseidon gives her a 'Are you serious 'look . They fix everything in a matter of seconds .
TIME SKIP~~
They are all seated on the couch and Atalanta says "Ma .. Now spill who did this to you ?"
"Na. You first princess ""Jean says . Atalanta and Poseidon sigh and tell her everything . Jean is secretly happy that Poseidon and Atalanta are happy . Her brother who fought everyone for her and the little girl who lit her world up. Poseidon knows Jean is using 'the stalling' technique but he was gonna get it out of her .
"Now you tell us what happened " Atalanta says in a matter of fact tone with her usual bossiness . Jean is about to start but Poseidon asks "I get mortals are dimwitted but quick question Where was Wendell freaking Granger when his bullshit happened to you ?"
Jean averts her gaze and her eyes well up as she is about to start narrating her tale . She looks at the photograph of her and Maria and then the ground and mutters "I can't do this "
Atalanta was at a loss of words on how to comfort the woman but thankfully Poseidon knew .
"Are you freaking kidding me ! Who are you woman ?" Poseidon asks exasperatedly .
Atalanta and Jean both wore confused glances ."Um..Jean" Jean answers in an unsteady voice as if she is not sure who she is . Atalanta was shocked .Jean was the most secure person she knew . Poseidon was right . She was lost . Time to remind her who she is Poseidon thought .
"Exactly . You are Jean the nereid . My sister . Most deadly warrior of all time and best monster hunter I know . Better than the hunters of Artemis . You beat Ares , Hercules , Achilles that list goes on and on . . Your strategy helped us beat Typhon . You fought Atlas . You told Hera she was crazy " Poseidon pauses to take a breath . Jean chuckles . Atalanta watches in amazement as the tears are replaced with a chuckle as Jean pulls Poseidon's cheeks and says "Someday you will make someone a wonderful fortune cookie ."
"Yeah..yeah.. He will and Sally could use one but you better spill mom " Poseidon catches the undertone and glares at Atalanta while Jean smiles " Caught on have you ?
"It is bloody obvious to blind bats too but your Tale Now !" Atalanta says
"" Language Hestia ...Here goes nothing ." Her eyes fill up with tears and only then do Poseidon and Atalanta feel the extent of damage done . Atalanta suddenly wants to rip somebody apart . Also where was Wendell ?
"I will not cry !" Jean mutters over and over again and Poseidon tells her to take her time . Jean steels herself and begins her tale . She told us that after she dropped us off to camp and went back to the Hotel Wendell was talking to a platinum blonde woman who was in a way too slutty outfit . Her name was Gwen . It seems they had met long ago . The next day Jean was returning from her workout session when she found Wendell and Gwen in a heated make out session in a secluded wing of the hotel . Jean immediately ran to her room as sadness , disappointment and anger and other emotions surrounded her like a whirlwind .She picked the photograph of Maria and Jean and clutched onto it like a lifeline as tears started falling .Jean made a prayer to every God praying that what she saw was a lie . She being the woman she was wanted to talk and get an explanation because Jean had learnt from experience that sometimes things weren't what they looked like. But it sounded like she was clutching at straws . Wendell came inside the room a few hours later and started packing a suitcase .
FLASHBACK ~~~
Jean stood near the door and watched Wendell pack .Time for it . It is now or never Jean . For Rhea's sake woman get your shit together . You are Jean .
"You going somewhere ?"
"Yeah London got some work to do " Jean scoffs as Wendell zipped the suitcase shut .
"Work as in that slut Gwen You know I do not think make out sessions should be done in secluded corners . Anyone might see you . Wendell I thought you were better than going for a slut . . " Jean says in an icy tone .
"Don't call her that and yeah work AS IN Gwen "
"Why ? Was I not enough ?" Jean all but shouts as tears threaten to spill.
"Because maybe I finally met some one who does not make me feel like shit . I see the way everyone looks at you . Bloody hell even Gods respect you and monsters run at your sight . Don't think I haven't heard people say 'what does she see in him a dim mortal '" Wendell picks up the suitcase "Even the most powerful God is your little church boy "
"Don't drag Poseidon into this he is 10 times the man you will ever be and HOW COULD YOU ? I left everything for you my life , my sister , hell my home . I even fucking put my immortality at risk ."
"Well bye and at least Gwen can satisfy a man's needs for months unlike you . Goodbye Jean " Wendell walks out and Jean falls apart in rage and sadness and throws things around . OH how she wished Maria was here . But what hurt the most was that Zeus , Hades and everyone else was right . She fought through hell and back for him and his needs aren't taken care of ? Jean falls on the bed as her knees go weak and starts sobbing and wondering how and what she did wrong
Jean finished narrating her tale and Atalanta and Poseidon are so mad . Poseidon gets up and punches a wall and utters a string of profanities .
"Sit down kelp head it is done and over with " Jean says and a hand made of water appears out of thin air and slaps him and Jean adds "Oh and do mind your language " Poseidon rubs his bruised cheek as Atalanta goes on a rampage pacing around yelling stuff like " How could he " "Such a jerk" Jean gives Poseidon a look that says 'this is your fault ' and Poseidon shrugs . Jean says to Atalanta "Sit down . It is done and besides I think it is time I went home . Also I am not wasting tears on him anymore . Maria would kill me if I did . -"
"- And A Mad Maria is the last thing I need" Poseidon adds .
There is the sound of storms and strong waves and Jean looks at Poseidon with a stern face "Poseidon You need to let go of your anger -"
"I CAN'T JEAN "Poseidon bellowed his eyes showing a certain amount of vulnerability .
"Poseidon I am here . I am fine . But if you do not stop lot of mothers and children will die ." Jean says as she hugged him and Atalanta could see the way Poseidon relaxed ,the sea calmed down .
"Uh ...What's your plan now ?"Atalanta asks worriedly .
"Well I'll probably go home " Jean says with a nonchalant shrug
"Home ?" Atalanta asks surprised . Surely she does not want to see Wendell now .
"She means an underwater palace in the meditaraenean" Poseidon answers before Jean could .
"Palace ?" Atalanta asks with wide eyes . God Level VIP ? Yes God Level Royalty too ?
"yeah ..Hestia ...me and my favorite sister Maria share . " Jean says in a loving tone she always used to satisfy Atalanta's curiosity when she was younger .
"By the way , Who Is Maria ?" Atalanta manages to finally ask one of the questions that are plaguing her .
She points to the photo and says "The dirty blonde is Maria . She was real sweet . She is fun , loving , loyal , levelheaded -"
"-Not to mention Scary , Fierce " Poseidon adds .
"How many sisters do you have ?" Atalanta asks
"We are fifty in all though I do not get along with most of them -"Jean starts off but Poseidon cuts her off .
"-Understatement Of The Aeon "
Jean glares at Poseidon who ignores her while Atalanta asks "What's wrong ?"
"Well...Jean here almost strangled , the queen of the ocean -"
" -Hey I did not lay a finger on Sally Jackson . I quite like her." Jean says smirking as Poseidon flushed red.
"Okay ..Okay ...You tried to strangle Amphitrite and beat Triton's ass . You told Aria she can go rot in Tartarus for all you care . You called more than half your sisters if I recall correctly 'Prissy shallow princesses who had no brains and were a disgrace to the sea . How I was related to them was still a mystery . '"
"In my defense Not my fault Triton wanted to punish an Amazon because she would not sleep with him . The whole world and his wife knows we would be screwed If I didn't intervene because a certain father raised a spoilt brat . Also Aria was insulting Maria and suggested we sink an island for her to build a mansion , not my fault the quadruplets were stupid and kept talking about dresses and nails while we were fighting the wars against Oceanus . So yeah I guess I was justified . Amphitrite was just being Amphitrite who suggested we have Hera and Zeus underwater"
"Yeah from what I heard dad, She is pretty justified and mom...I get it Sally is my mother but I still want you to be a part of my life and I would love to meet Maria someday only if you're alright with it . " Atalanta says nervously . She said the last bit rather quickly . She was scared about this part all along . Fingers crossed .
"I...would love that Hestia and You will definitely see me again and you are coming to see me sometime . I will show you around and I will not take No for an answer baby girl ." Jean smiles a smile that reaches her eyes and embraces Atalanta in a hug . After they pull away Atalanta asks
"I know you are alright but how are you gonna cope ? What are you gonna do ?" Atalanta asks , no matter how strong and brilliant Jean might be , everyone feels pain of betrayal .Little did she know more betrayals were yet to come .
"Don't worry about her ...worry about any monster she is gonna go after ... If I am not wrong she is gonna put a whole lot of idiots in their place and help me do my job . She'll be fine . Maria and I will personally make sure ... " Poseidon says with a smile .Suddenly all the personal possessions disappeared from the room .
"Dad where are the stuff ?" Atalanta asks panicked .
"Her stuff are home baby girl ..."
"Now ..I believe Sally said she'd castrate you if you left without saying bye so you go on there and I will take Hestia to camp ." Jean says with a tone of finality .
Poseidon nods and all of them walk out of the apartment while Jean says to Poseidon "Hey ...Poseidon , something's up ancient monsters are stirring and something much older and darker is at work . I can feel it "
"Everyone does , but Zeus banned talk about it . It is something to do with Kronos rising or something . " Atalanta answers . Suddenly thunder starts rumbling and the hallway darkens as the demeanor of the two immortals as Jean holds her by the shoulders and tells her sternly "Names have power .So you will be careful with them especially Kronos . Promise me ." Atalanta nods and Jean says "Tell me everything just because Drama Queen banned it does not mean Poseidon and I'll listen . What's the fun in doing as you're told after all ?" Atalanta looks on in shock as Poseidon chuckles as they briefly tell her what happened and Jean says exasperatedly "Typical of Zeus to be such a moronic brat but You Poseidon , seriously . I expected better of you . See you at Kings' Cross . Your ass better drop her off to Hogwarts ."
Poseidon is about to retort but flashes away as Jean calls "Better go talk to Sally ."
TIME SKIP~~
The two women reached the the invisible barrier and walked right through it . Atalanta learnt a lot about Jean and Greek History . As the camp comes into sight Jean says "It has been long since I came back to Camp Halfblood . "
"Did you come here before ?"
"Yeah I did . It was years ago . I used to spar at the previous camp with Achilles ."
"Achilles huh? Tell me about him . Seemed like you two were a thing ."
"Yeah...we got along great and he liked me ...at least people say so and I kind of friend zoned him and he fell for some body else ..."
"That must suck ... "
As Jean was about to reply , Annabeth comes running up to us with a panicked look on her face as she says "Hermione..there you are -"
"-The name is Atalanta Hestia Jackson Annabeth ." Jean answers in a soft , stern tone .
Annabeth looks at Jean and that starstruck look returns and Atalanta says "Annabeth you were about to tell me something "
Annabeth snaps out of her reverie and says "Percy was bitten by a scorpion from the pits of Tartarus and he has been out for 3 days ."
Atalanta's face changes from a happy into fear a she asks "How?-What ?"
"No one knows ..." Annabeth answers .
"Hestia look at me . He will be alright . " Jean says looking at Atalanta . Her princess has to learn to stay strong as these encounters would come very often to her because of her father .
"Chase ..Take us to the infirmary ...Now" As Annabeth leads them to the infirmary Jean calls a camper . A child of Ares ."Hey ..demigod Go and tell your drunkard of a director that I want to see him and Chiron in the infirmary " The kid is both starstruck and scared and Jean says "NOW" The kid runs off . Atalanta has never seen Jean this angry or serious or mad . She kind of got what Poseidon said "Pity the poor monster she hunts when she is pissed" She sees a lot of campers look at them in awe and anger in the case of The Ares Cabin . When they reach the infirmary Atalanta runs inside and sits by her brother's bed side . Jean walks over and examines him. "Is he going to alright ?"
"Can't say Hestia . This is ancient , evil , from the very depths of Tartarus . Annabeth go get Chiron and Dionysus now . Tell them I called. " Jean says . Jean sits next to Atalanta and pulls her close and puts a hand on Percy and mutters blessings in ancient Greek .
A few minutes later Chiron and Mr.D come in and Mr.D is holding a wine bottle as he says "What is all this they are sprouting about Jean being here . Bleh that nereid has gone for a decade or so , why would she show up here ? and summoning Me like that who do they they are ? I AM A GOD ." Suddenly a dagger smashes the bottle and takes some of his hair off .Atalanta barely has time to see . But Jean was swift as a Gazelle and her aim was accurate .
Mr.D is indignant with rage as Jean says " I summoned you like that and we both know that I do not care if your drunk ass is a God or not but What I DO CARE about is WHAT THE HELL happened to Percy. "
You see Mr.D shudder as Chiron trots up to Jean "Hey Jean "
Her demeanor changes and she says "Hey Chiron " They hug each other and Mr.D sneaks out and they pull away and Jean notices his absence and says "The coward left uh? Figures An Arrogant Son of Zeus who thought he ruled the world What's new ?. Chiron what happened ?"
"It was a scorpion from Tartarus . I have done what I can and he will be fine ." Jean visibly relaxes and asks "Do you know who is behind this ? I get it Kronos but he would not act directly . It had to be camper r someone on the inside . Check if any one is missing. "
Chiron nods as he wanted to deny this but the logic in her argument was to the point and asks them to do roll call and says to Atalanta "Annabeth can sleep with you . Your brother will be fine . Jean take her to Cabin 3 and then we will talk ."
Jean walks with Atalanta and says "Relax Hestia ...Percy will be fine , Chiron is the best healer out here and I trust him . Let me tell you something that saved my life in battle : Never lose your head in a crisis . I want you to do that for me okay ." They reach the door of Cabin 3 and go inside as Annabeth joins them ."Lady Jean , Atalanta "
"Just Jean . Annabeth . Now that Annabeth is here I really must be going . Need to fix a lot of things and also talk to Chiron . Atalanta remember what I said , something big is about to happen. and you have to Fight . " Atalanta nods and hugs Jean and Chiron coughs "Hey Jean .."
"Chiron , I know Zeus banned talk and all but you will still train her and Percy to the best of their abilities . Time is running out . What did you find ?"
" There is one camper missing ...Luke Castellan Son of Hermes and head of their Cabin. "
Annabeth gasps in disbelief as Jean turns to her " Annabeth ...I get your two were close but as much as I would like to console you , I do not lie not about betrayal .It hurts but in the end it is what us right that counts . My loyalty lies with the sea and my family and if he hurt them he shall pay ."
"Luke ...you always resented the Gods ...Why..." Annabeth mutters angrily with tears in her eyes . Atalanta knew they were really old friends and the prospect him being a traitor must have hurt especially since he was so nice.
"Kronos probably convinced him . If there is a chance , we will find him and bring him back . I only hope it is not too late for him " Jean says with a surprisingly soft tone and she wipes Annabeth's tears and says "Both of you keep each other company . With any luck Percy will be up tomorrow and Chiron things are moving much faster than I hoped and time is short . I need to go back to the palace and keep things from falling apart thanks to Triton and Amphitrite . The Ancient Monsters will also awake soon and I do not care whether or not Zeus cares but you will train Percy and Atalanta to the best they of their abilities because when danger strikes they HAVE TO BE READY . DO YOU UNDERSTAND CHIRON ? AND YOU YOUNG LADY you will train hard, I Can't lose them " Jean says in a firm voice that held no room for argument .
"Yeah Jean You have my word " Chiron says in a solemn voice and later asks "What are you gonna do now ?"
"I will probably go home and see Maria and then I brace myself for getting the I told you so lecture from the Olympians ,, nereids and everyone . Then , I will probably go back to fighting as a warrior , hunting monsters and Titans down I guess and I will really have to see Artemis about missions ..." Jean says as Atalanta sees a fire in her eyes . One that told enemies to beware .
"What do you think is going on there at home ?"Atalanta asks suddenly
"Oh .. I can show you though after this you two are gonna sleep . I am not one for rules but you need it ." Jean answers and produces and Iris message and they see a woman in a long gown with a shallow face and a crown . "That is Amphitrite and the brat next to her is Triton and all the shallow ones are nereids . " Maria and Amphitrite were arguing about something heatedly and Poseidon was trying to get Amphitrite to calm down and Maria's arguments were iron - clad and valid while Amphitrite was clutching at straws . Then Suddenly there is a loud smack . Amphitrite just slapped Maria as Maria pointed out that Amphitrite was unreasonable .
"Are you mad woman ? Jean is back and she will kill you and I can not stop her because this is Maria you slapped ." Poseidon all but yells and Amphitrite's face along with Triton's blanched and immediately the image disappeared and Jean said "Damn right I will kill her . Bye Hestia , Annabeth and Chiron ." Jean flashes away and Chiron shakes his head and Annabeth asks "Is Amphitrite in trouble ?"
"Big trouble Annabeth because Jean is skilled and loyal . You do not hurt Maria without answering to Jean" Chiron says as he walks out .
Annabeth takes Percy's bed and they both lie down looking at the ceiling .
Atalanta asks "Annabeth , What 's the big deal about Jean ? Can some one tell me ?"
Annabeth looked at her like she had sprouted another head and told Atalanta how Jean was one hell of a warrior . Jean was so good that when Artemis had critical missions she trusted Jean with them , even though she was not a hunter . Jean was unbeaten in combat and blatantly disobeyed Zeus time and again and got away with it . But the best or amazing part was , this power was not handed to Jean on a silver spoon . Sure , she was a powerful immortal but she worked her way to the title of Warrior Princess . She played a crucial role in the first war . She could keep Typhon at bay and was the factor that tipped the scales towards the Olympians .
Atalanta listened to the tale in awe . They then talked about what happened after they left with Poseidon . Now it was Annabeth's turn to be shocked . They spoke about architecture which Atalanta found out Annabeth loved . They spoke about Luke , but Annabeth closed off and Atalanta decided to wait till Annabeth was ready to tell her what went down . Atalanta figured out that Annabeth had a crush on Luke . A small one .
Atalanta fell asleep thinking about family and love and a certain messy haired , green eyed boy with glasses who took on a troll for her sake . She fell asleep with a smile on her face .
TIME SKIP ~~
They wake up the next morning and get ready . Annabeth and Atalanta go to the armoury where Atalanta returns the bow and arrow and shows Annabeth her trident and decides to keep her daggers . They then decide to go the infirmary to check on Percy but his bed was empty . Fear immediately gripped Atalanta as they move towards Cabin 3 and open the door to see Percy on his bed .
"Hey Sis . Hey Wise Girl . Miss Me ?" He asked with his usual smile . Atalanta almost strangled him at that and Annabeth tells him to take rest while she went to get Chiron while Atalanta Iris messaged Jean and told her the news . Jean asks Percy "Was it Luke ?"
Percy had a stoic face that told Jean all she needed to know . Realisation and betrayal hit Atalanta and Annabeth as they now had confirmation that Luke Castellan was a traitorous brat . Chiron listened to their tales and told Percy to take it easy while Chiron himself became Atalanta 's personal coach and pushed her to her limits . Atalanta wanted to drop dead at times but maybe it was her inner Gryffindor but she promised Jean to try her hardest and she would .