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The quest is finally gonna start so let's get the hype train rolling!

I made a mistake in the previous chapter so I've fixed it so you guys can stop complaining about it... :p

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DFTBA!

BAI!

Zoe was glad for a blissful night of dreamless sleep. Luckily she hadn't been haunted by nightmares of the oracle and visions of her lady. It was much different to what had occurred the first time she got a visit from the spectral being.

Her morning started off regularly enough. Besides the fact that their lieutenant was about to embark on a potentially life threatening quest, the hunters were spending a rather normal morning of them in camp. Just the usual small talk, with plans of burning down the other cabins thrown in here and there, or beating up an annoying male. Pretty normal for her hunters.

But it was one thing that struck Zoe as odd. Her closest ally, Phoebe was bedridden. Bianca was seated beside the daughter of Ares, placing a damp wash-cloth on her forehead. Zoe approached and placed her hand on the other girl's forehead. She was burning up!

It was going to be problematic. Phoebe was supposed to be the one to embark on the quest along with them. Maybe fate decided that this was something that wasn't meant to change. Maybe Phoebe was never fated to go on the quest with Zoe.

Zoe could only think of one reason for a hunter, an immortal maiden to have a burning fever. The Stolls. They must have figured out that their prank had failed and had somehow managed to re-prank the daughter of Ares. Zoe cursed herself for being too careless.

Zoe's second surprise of the day came from their newest recruit, Bianca.

"I'll take her place."

Zoe was surprised by the usually meek girl's confident statement.

"Are you sure Bianca? I can get another hunter to go if thee are not feeling ready."

Zoe really didn't want Bianca's death on her conscience for a second time.

The younger girl shook her head, her deep black hair, done up in a low ponytail bobbing left to right.

"You convinced me that I needed to go on the quest. I guess what you said to me yesterday just got to me. I need to prove to you and the hunters that I am worthy to join you."

It was true. Zoe had spoken with the pale skinned girl on the previous day. She had somehow managed to convince the younger girl that she would need to attend the quest to prove herself to the hunters.

Zoe knew she was trapped. She couldn't just not allow the girl to replace Phoebe. That would raise far too many questions. Weighing the situation, Zoe sighed and nodded, allowing the girl to be the fifth member of the quest.

Now the only thing left would be convincing Percy that Bianca would have to replace Phoebe. Zoe knew the boy had blamed himself about the death of the younger girl. If she died again, then the boy would be devastated. Zoe needed to find a loophole. She needed to prevent Bianca from losing her life. If for no other reason than to prevent the son of Poseidon from getting upset.

Zoe widened her eyes. She couldn't believe her own thoughts. Did she just admit to herself that she would only save Bianca's life to not upset a boy!

Zoe needed a shower to clear her mind...

They would be leaving for the quest after breakfast at the pavilion. Zoe nervously walked into the pavilion. She needed to speak with the son of Poseidon. She needed to explain to him about the predicament they were in.

He was seated alone at the Poseidon table.

The conversation had gone better than she had expected. He had simply sighed and said that maybe fate needed to go its own way. Zoe had a sneaking suspicion that he might've had a visit by certain trio of sisters.

Zoe wished him luck and made her way back to the hunters.

"How did he take it?"

It was Bianca. Zoe had lied to her and said that Percy wouldn't want her going on the quest because she was too young and inexperienced. She hadn't called to bluff.

"The boy took it far better than expected. Stay safe huntress."

Zoe had lost her appetite. Grabbing onto a plate of food for Phoebe, she made her way back to her cabin. The daughter of Ares was sitting up.

"Atlanta told me that you're taking Bianca on the quest."

Phoebe's voice was hoarse, as though it hurt for her to talk.

"Thou art unwell Phoebe. Rest thine body."

Zoe placed Phoebe's food on her bed.

The girl simply huffed. It hurt her far too much to speak. She understood. Zoe was sure.

The following few hours were a blur for Zoe. He had taken the liberties to pack for both herself and Bianca. They were on a white Camp Half-Blood van. The road was getting pelted wthicy cold rain. Zoe was glad she was inside the van and not outside.

Percy had offered to drive first. Zoe didn't object.

Percy was a surprisingly good driver. Zoe didn't really know how far he had travelled in to the past from his time. Zoe simply assumed that it was probably sometime after her death but for all she knew he could mentally be years older. She would have to ask him when she gets the chance.

They had driven half way into New Jersey when they decided to pull over and warm up in a small cafe.

The building resembled a wooden cabin and had a rather cozy feeling about it.

Thalia and Annabeth had ordered hot chocolate with two marshmallows each.

Bianca went with plain milk. She also ordered a pink frosted sprinkled donut.

Zoe chose some hot coffee. She was next up to drive, and she would need the caffeine in her system.

Percy, after some contemplation decided to have some blueberry and strawberry tea. The boy was exhausted but looked at the red tea with glee, sipping it and enjoying his favourite array of flavours. He had driven them for the last three hours, travelling the best part of 100 miles. It could have been quicker, but the heavy rains hindered their momentum quite a bit.

He deserved some rest as these past few days had seemingly strained the demigod. Zoe was fully sure that he was going to crash into the back of the van and knock himself out.

While Thalia and Annabeth spoke with Bianca, Zoe decided to make conversation with Percy.

Of course the first thing she had brought up was Bianca di Angelo. Percy simply sighed and said that he had something planned. His fist was clenched and he stared intently into the vibrant red concoction he was drinking.

"We should still go to the Smithsonian. Atlas may let slip some information that could be useful, and let's not forget that the Lions pelt could easily save a life."

Zoe nodded. The museum would actually be useful. Sure it was life risking. But as they now knew the lions weakness and that Atlas was going to be there any information could be life saving down the line.

Percy took another long sip from his tea. His stormy green eyes stared straight into Zoe's volcanic black.

"Your aura reminds me of Calypso." Percy spoke in a reminiscent tone.

Zoe's eyes widened. Percy had been to Ogygia. Zoe knew of the myths surrounding the mystical island. Zoe seriously began to wonder how much more had the boy in front of her witnessed in his short life.

"She is my half-sister"

Percy chuckled softly. His vibrant eyes shone with mirth, and Zoe had to pull herself away from the enticing sight. She had to mentally slap herself to prevent her from getting lost in his pools of magnificent green. Zoe wondered what her mistress would do if she knew of the thoughts Zoe was having about the boy.

"May I taste thine tea?"

She didn't know where that came from. She chalked it up to her curiosity getting the better of her.

Laughing softly, they boy handed over his cup to the girl.

The huntress tentatively sipped from the cup. The beverage was not bad at all. The leaf balance was just right, and the blueberry and strawberry mixture brought forth an exquisite taste.

Taking another sip, Zoe handed the drink back to the boy.

"It's nice."

No one spoke. They were enveloped in a comfortable silence.

The group left the cafe, their thirst sated and warmth comforting them.

BN

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