Ch 11 I Receive my Most Important Quest
-Disclaimer: I can't think of any creative way to say this, so I'll keep it simple. I don't own PJO.-
Thank you sooooooooooo much to those of you who gave me ideas! They helped a lot! And I really mean it! Also, sorry to my readers about this long-no-update time. I think I'm finally over writer's block-yay! School just started, so my updates won't be a quick as usual. But my story will definitely be continuing! And, for my reviewers of chapter 10: (And just a warning-if you read the replies below that aren't to you, there could be a few spoilers to the story)
Aechiles: I meant 'language' as in some words that my friends and I use. Sorry if that confused you. I like the idea of Luke being immune to her powers. And I will be putting Thalia into the story soon, even if she's not on the quest.
Athena0228: This quest will definitely be involving Luke in some way. But I think Annabeth will have to know-Percy just couldn't do the quest without her!
Phlawere2: Yes, it would be great to have the original quest-ers together again. They're awesome as a team. But, what would happen if you mixed them up?...would they stay strong? And (like you said) they will have to fight Luke in some way. But probably at the end, so not the entire quest is about him. I like the idea of Annabeth freaking out in that way-I'll try to use it. That's a good time to have the deadline, too. The Hunters will definitely be showing up sometime in the story. And the Annabeth thing would eventually make people happy-because she escapes from it. I'll think about having something/someone kidnapped. And I love listening to your ideas!
GreekGeek7: Good idea; I was thinking about the quest having something to do with that. And once the whole quest and everything is over, they'll eventually be going back to some normal activities, like school. (Don't worry, I still remembered that.)
Oceanspray: I really do want something kinda original- it makes a story stand out. I think I will have Percy make a visit to Olympus. And I'm also pretty sure of doing something with a minor god/goddess. I was thinking of that earlier. The quest won't be completely about Luke…but he will end up in the story (He is the main problem)
Crimsonsword142: Yes, Percy and Annabeth will be going. And one of those four characters will be going…keep reading to find out!
Icefire101: Yeah, w.b. isn't too great. And I agree with you that it is the most important, so the quest will have something to do with that. Yes, she should go. Without Grover, there would be more trouble, which means more interesting stuff. Short deadline-yes
No help unless…-I agree. I do trust you that the ideas will come. They're starting to build up as I write this! Thanks!
dwighthowardmakesitrain: I'm glad you like the story! I am almost 100 sure that I will use something about the Ophiotarus. Yes, he should take Annabeth and maybe one of the others. Good idea with the Poseidon's-palace-Annabeth-jealous thing. I'm still thinking about the location of Bessie, but that is also a good idea. That did help! And your welcome, I love listening to your ideas!
Blind Seeker: Percy couldn't really do anything with the Labyrinth because it was destroyed. But, yes, there should be some way of testing Annabeth's jealousy. I'm glad you enjoy me story and are looking forward to an update!
Minimus Decimus Meridius: Yes, I agree that I should not totally rely on my reviewers. So, I will not. I just needed some ideas to get me moving with this story. I could take little pieces from these ideas and add them to what I already have in mind for this story. Thanks for the advice!
bellaorharry96: Ok, good, you were joking. ;) I'm using your advice right now, and it's starting to work!
team-911: Do you mean good as in 'good job' or as in 'good, you need help on your story' or something else?
Before I start what most of you have been waiting for, I would like to thank all of my reviewers! So, thank you so much! Finally, here is chapter 11!
The walk to the Big House was silent, other than the crinkling grass and snapping twigs. There were a billion thought swarming through my head. Chiron was waiting for me on the porch when we arrived. The light was swarmed with moths, as usual.
"Percy, I'm glad you you're here," Chiron greeted. "Please come inside, we have important matters to discuss." I trailed behind the centaur and left Mr. D sitting outside. We entered Chiron's office and took our seats.
He cleared his throat and started, "Percy, I have been informed by gods that the Ophiotaurus, or Bessie, is missing. One of the gods, probably a minor, must have been secretly working for the titan lord. No one is sure who it was, though."
I stared at him, stunned. "Then they could easily get the power to take over the gods, right? Just by sacrificing Bessie."
"Well, not exactly. A little while ago, your dad gave the Ophiotaurus some protection- the only person or creature that loves her most can sacrifice her," Chiron explained.
Would that be me? I thought. I guess I do love her, but I probably don't have the strongest feelings of all. Who else would? Chiron must have known I was thinking about his statement because he was watching me contently. And then, it came to me: Tyson. He loved Bessie more than a peanut butter-coated Annabeth. (That would be awkward.)
"It would be Tyson!" I said. There was still one more thought in my head. "But how did my dad make the protection?"
"Remember the jelly that the telekhine used? Well, my boy, Athena found a way to alter it. Instead of it causing a dream controlled by Kronos, it can now make any living thing believe what a god says to it." (A/N: sorry about introducing this new idea so quickly, it just seemed like the right place to put it.)
This stirred up another question. "What if someone in the Titan army loved it more than Tyson?"
"Aphrodite has that covered, Percy. But, the gods can't keep this under control for long. Especially with the war coming up. This theft needs to be caught, the Ophiotaurus retrieved, and the army slowed down as much as possible. The gods have left all of this to do for you, hero. You have been chosen to lead this quest to save Olympus," he said. This made me feel very important and powerful but nervous at the same time. But, I knew that this quest could only be done with me leading, so I swallowed my nervousness and regained confidence. I was ready to receive the prophecy. But, what I received was a knock on the door.
Annabeth quickly entered the room. "I just wanted make sure that everything was okay with Percy," she said.
"While you are here Annabeth, take a seat." Chiron pulled out another chair beside me. We exchanged smiles as she sat down. Then, Chiron started to explain the situation to her. She nodded a couple times and asked about the same things I did.
When Chiron was finished, Annabeth turned to me and announced, "I'm coming with you, Percy."
"He has yet to receive his prophecy," Chiron replied. "Go ahead, Percy, if you're ready. We will discuss about it afterwards if you're still sane." That sentence always made me feel better about being with an old hippie mummy. Chiron nodded me on, and Annabeth gave me a look of good luck. I forced myself to get out of the comfy chair and walk up the stairs of doom.
It felt so good to write this story again! I am now officially free of writer's block! But, if anyone wants to give me ideas for Percy's prophecy, go ahead. I know this chapter wasn't too long, but it's better than nothing! So, as usual, keep reading and reviewing!
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