Percy's POV
I looked at the mirror from top to bottom. huh, I have to admit that the olympians were very creative with this and me being me wouldn't even think about doing this to keep some camp safe.
"What now?" Bianca whispered, turning to face Bianca i threw her a grin which she responded to with a confused face.
"We march right in" I shrugged and stepped through the portal, wrong thing to do. I was automatically met with weapons from nearly every camper.
A boy with black messy hair pushed past the crowd to stand in front. He looked similar to Nico no doubt, the only difference was his hair that seemed darker and his lips were fuller not to mention that his eyes had a tint of red in them.
"Hey" i waved sarcastically "Just a demigod passing by" I also noticed a few people who looked like me making me purse my lips in anger.
"I know you must be Percy then" Nico look alike mused. "My father told me that you might stop by, that your from the other camp?"
A few people lowered their weapons, i nodded respectfully at them, "Yes but this is the last camp left since you know, the other two were destroyed in the war." Not really New Rome was still protected by the olympians and families were living safely in the boundaries.
I smiled at him and gave him my hand to shake. "Percy Jackson son of Posiedon"
He shook my hand standing tall and brave. "Kaden Black son of Hades legacy of Hermes" He let go of my hand almost straight away, good he's more like Nico than i thought. "I'll take you to the
Igétis (leader) or as he likes to brag, the almighty O eklektós (the chosen one) "
I threw him a grin "He'll love me" turning around i peeked my head through the portal making Bianca let out a squeak of surprise. "Well? Come on"
One by one the rest of my quest mates walked in hesitantly all stiff and ready to pounce.
"Guys dont get all worked up" i spoke in fake cheerfulness making Hermione look at me weirdly along with the rest of the squad. "Kaden here is taking us to the
O eklektós. Introduce yourselves everybody."
"Thalia Grace daughter of Zeus"
"Nico Di Angelo son of Hades"
"Luke Callastian son of Hermes"
"Bianca Di Angelo daughter of Hades"
"Hermione Granger daughter of Aphrodite"
"The last is always the hottest Leo Valdez son of Hestaphestus at your service" i rolled my eyes at Leo's introduction but smiled never less.
Kaden reintroduced him self then called for someone else to come foward. A girl, she confidently walked foward and stood tall next to Kaden. "Daniele Anferd" she smiled, well she looks less imitating now "Daughter of Ares" i paused and looked at her. Lighg brown hair but unlike the Ares kids stringy hair, her hair looks shiny and unlike their brown eyes she has sky blue. She looks like a mix of piper and Jason... dont tell anyone i said that.
"Lets take this to the main office" Daniele said and started to walk away from us. Sharing a quick look with the rest of the group we followed her hurridly, Kaden sighed but followed us anyway.
"You like her dont you" I whispered to him.
He stumbled in shock."Whaaat? No, why? who told you?"
i laughed silently, i gave him a once over look and looked at Daniele who continued to walk ahead of us "You reek of love" his eyes widened "I can tell by your actions aswell"
He let out a defeated sigh "Sh-shes my best friend its weird you know? Shes also dating the chosen one" he kicked a rock "that gives her popularity and bullshit that come with that prospect"
"I used to date my best friend"
"used to" he repeated.
I gave him a forced smile "She died in war"
He stuttered. "Sorry"
I waved him off and continued to walk. This camp was bigger than Camp Jupiter and i know why, there were both romans and greeks here. They have their own set of rules. Each.
Nevertheless it was peaceful but Percy knew better, if the gods mentioned this camp to him and practically gave him the location...peace may be the last thing their having.
After walking in complete silence, Hermione giving my hand a squeeze here and there, we came ahead of tall gates with words written on it, they were in gild shining everytime the suns rays hit it. I made out a few words, bravery, strength all written in greek and latin.
Daniele led us further through the gates where a whole squardron was standing training. Their training looked intense...Im glad i trained with Chiron. Speaking of Chiron i wonder how he's doing? Need to keep up with that old centaur.
"Hey babe" Daniele greeted some blonde guy. Eh im a guy but im pretty sure girls look at him as hot.
He kissed her and Kaden visibly winced and i tried not to puke. "Calm down" Leo snickered "You and Hermione do that all the time. We see you guys" i felt my cheeks heat up slighty. Ass.
As soon as he pulled away from her he looked up to us. "Who are they?"
I frowned "Visitors obviously"
He scowled at me. "Stop sassing me" I grinned, never. "Im a son of Jupiter who actually runs this camp"
I cocked my head to the side. Wonder why Daniele chose him over Kaden, note my sarcasm. "I'm shook" Thalia snickered Luke snorted and fist bumped her. Huh guess they made up.
Blondie was fuming his face red. But before anything can go any further Kaden threw a glare at the blonde and gave a knowing look with Daniele. "Lets start over" he took a deep breath "The names Zach Hugh Im the leader of Aurora Castra, son of Jupiter and leader of every quest which was issued at camp."
I pursed my lips "Percy Jackson son of Posiedon blessed by Chaos, Anake and Chronos" I wasn't bothered saying my full title. He looked a little shocked at my statement but stayed silent. "My quest members and i were just informed by the council about this camp saying that you might help us."
"For what" Daniele urged.
"Whatever it is im in" Kaden nodded his head.
"War" Was the only thing that left my lips.
"No" Zach snapped.
"Excuse me?" Hermione hissed. "We need all the help we can get"
"Im personally a little mad at the olympians but i agree that the enemy can't take control of earth" Luke reasoned.
"We fought in two wars while your camp did shit. We had lives sacrificed! We fought for peace!" Zach yelled.
That hit my last nerve. I grabbed his throat and slammed him onto the wall,"We fought in wars that will scar. We lost everyone because we took advantage of the fact that we had the olympians fighting on our side. We lost."
I felt me being pulled back. Zach sunk onto the ground holding his throat. I straightened my stance and glared at him "My quest mates and i will stay here today tomorrow we'll be going"
I turned amd walked out just like that.
Kadens POV
I tapped my fingers against my thighs biting my bottom lip. Well damn. Im not staying here while they go save the world. Im not that cruel.
I turned to look at the couple on the floor. Zach was being over dramatic while Dani tried to soothe him. It was times like this my heart clenches, seeing her like that...I was jealous, sadly.
"I'm going" I announced.
Both of their heads turned to look at me. "What?"
I repeated what i saod and looked at their facial expressions. Zach looked furious while Dani didnt even look at me.
"Did you see what they did to me?"
"Yes and i personally enjoyed that" i retorted. Dani let out a giggle but slammed her hand onto her mouth.
"Sorry" she squeaked "But why are you going?"
"Your boyfriend was being a self centered dick and i hate that"
I gave them one last look before walking out on them.
I ran my hand through my hair. Where in taturas did they go?
