HAPPY BELATED VALENTINE'S DAY EVERYONE!

Last time on Helix's Greatest Creation:

Order threatens Chaos with the Rite

Percy begins his period with the Hunt

Chaos speaks with Thalia and Artemis about being with Percy and joining the Bond

Order talks with Percy but realizes that he is her Mate as well which changes her plans

DracoInfernus presents to you Chapter 6 of Helix: Love Lost & Love Found!

While walking with the Hunt north, Percy feels a light associated being enter his mind. What is this? The being then speaks in his mind, Hello Percy, Mate of Chaos. We should talk about your Mate. There is much you need to know. Percy is confused on who or what this voice is talking

about. Why do you want to talk about Chaos? What don't I know? He could feel the voice smirk before responding with Do you know that your Mate caused destruction to innocent beings? Percy realizes that the voice is referring to the planet and people Chaos destroyed in jealousy to her sister, Order. Percy wonders how could the voice know about this since he only knew from Chaos' journal that he found. I already know about the destruction of Parangelia & it's near extinction of it's people. Chaos made up for that by creating a replacement home, Feniks. I know it does not excuse what she did but the fact that she tried to repay the debt she owes means something to me. He could feel the voice freeze in surprise of his knowledge of this particular situation. You will not turn me against my Mate. There will be no secrets between us. I will find out who you are. He thought the being left his mind since how long of a silence there was. However, the voice had one last thing to say, There are secrets you are not yet privy to. You will discover my identity in time. Secrets always come out eventually. Just know this Percy, not everything is what is seems. We will speak again.

With that, the light being retreats from his mind completely. He looks around to see if any of the Hunt, including Artemis & Thalia notice that he was having a mind conversion. None of the Hunters seem to be looking at him strangely, just walking forward as they have been for the last few days. Percy's train of thought is derailed by sensing an approaching god, another Olympian. He glances at Artemis and sees she doesn't sense this person or could it be that due to his bond with Chaos, he can sense powerful beings. This bodes future thinking and discussing with Chaos. Percy turns his head towards where the pull of the power is greatest, waiting for the Olympian to enter the clearing. As the person approaches, he recognizes the power. So with his back to the Olympian as they enter the clearing, "Hello, Hermes. What can I do for you?"

Hermes stops, seeing Percy with his back turned. "How did you know it was me?" All he gets in response is a smile from Percy. That's my secret for now, Hermes.

"What are you doing here, Hermes?" The question is echoed by both Percy & Artemis, who glance at each other when they hear the other say the same thing.

"I have a special delivery for Percy. A letter sent with great urgency from a very important person." Hermes pulls out an envelope addressed to Percy from his satchel which he hands to him. Hermes then flashes out as bright as he could.

"Damn it Hermes! You trying to blind me! If you start this, I will finish it!" Percy yells to the sky. He looks down at the letter in his hand and notices the handwriting immediately. Why would my Mom be sending me a letter, let alone an expedited one? Percy quickly opens it and begins to read it. As he reads it, his face first turns to shock then the pain settles in and he starts to crinkle paper by squeezing his hand. No. Why mom? Artemis glances at Percy to see tears in his eyes and immediately becomes concerned.

"Percy? What's wrong?" Artemis asks in a caring voice that Percy has never heard before.

Percy slowly looks up with a heartbroken look.

"I need to go. I have to go see my mother who is in the hospital dying from an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer. She doesn't know how much time she has left." Percy says in a voice that amazing doesn't break once but could tell he was trying so hard to keep it together.

"Go Percy. Give her my regards." Artemis replies while Thalia adds, "Let us know if you need anything." Artemis nods in response to Thalia's statement.

"Thank you both. I will keep you updated. Be safe." Percy gives each a tight hug. He takes a few steps back and fades from view.

"How does he do that?" Thalia questions. Artemis is also quite interested on the question.

*Scene Change*

Chaos is currently searching the remnants of Parangelia for any sign of Order. All she finds is the empty sarcophagus that once held her sister. All of a sudden a massive feeling of worry and pain rips through her body. So strong that she stumbles and collapses to her knees. PERCY! As she is able to fade to him, she feels his mind meld with hers. I'm so sorry love. DIdn't mean to alarm you. I just got a letter from my mother. She is dying from cancer. I need to go see her. Artemis approved it, by the way. Did you say something to change her? Chaos smirks and tells him, What I told them is between us girls. I know you could use the bond to force me to tell you but I implore you that it is nothing bad or harmful. If I have to, I will willing divulge the information. She can feel Percy relaxing a little bit. Okay. Since you asked so nicely, I won't push. However, this will cost you when I see you again. She can literally see his seducing smirk. I will let you know any updates. Just make sure our universe is okay. She smiles to herself. I will love. Be strong. If you need me, I'm only a thought away. She feels his mind withdraw from hers. Even when facing the death of his mother, he still puts others first. Worry about me. I love him even more. Chaos stands back up to continue her search of Parangelia for signs of Order not noticing that she is being watched from the shadows.

*Scene Change*

Percy fades into his mother's hospital room seeing her hooked up to half-dozen machines while sleeping. He is amazed, even now, by the depths of his mother's strength and is glad that he got his from her.

"Hi Percy." Percy jumps and looks towards the bed to see his mother smiling at him.

"How did you know I was here?" Percy wonders how after all these years, his mother can still surprise him.

"I'm your mother. I always know when you're near. I thank Artemis for that gift." Percy knew that Artemis would be pleased with that praise. Percy walks to his mother's bedside and grabs her hand.

"How are you feeling, mom? I just got your letter thru Hermes." Percy questions.

"As well as could be expected. Tired of being weak all the time, regardless of how much sleep I get. Enough of that depressing stuff. So I hear that my son is now married? When can I expect grandchildren?" Sally questions Percy watching him lower his head blushing.

"Sorry, mom. The bonding wasn't exactly planned. It just happens. It's actually kinda hard to explain. I'm not sure if Chaos would like to have more children." Percy embarrassingly answers his mother.

"I understand, Percy. Poseidon came to see me after you left with Chaos to let me know what was going on. He informed me what the bond is. So, don't worry about telling your dear old mom the bonding activities. I'm sure that Chaos would love to have children with her Mate since she has never had children naturally before." Percy amazed that his father would come and inform his mother about everything. Wait, if he came to see her, then he knew about her condition and didn't tell him.

"If dad came to see you, then he would've known about you being sick. Why didn't he tell me?" Percy questions afraid that his father purposefully kept this from him.

"Percy, I asked him to. I wanted to be the one to tell you. There is more I need to tell you though." Sally takes a steady breath to pace herself while Percy squeezes her hand a little tighter. "I have been in this hospital for five months. The doctors here are some of the best in the world and have done all they can to help me. However, the cancer is inoperable. There is nothing they can do except make me comfortable." Sally finishes looking at her only son. Percy is in turmoil then realizes that his power matches Chaos'. Healing his mother's cancer should be a snap. Percy begins to push his power towards his mother.

"PERCY! Wait!" Hades appears in a black flash on the other side of Sally's bed with his hands outstretched towards them.

"Uncle? What are you doing here?" Percy asked in surprise at the appearance of his favorite uncle and fellow Olympian.

"I'm the god of the Underworld. I know when someone is about to interfere with death. I know you are in pain and wish to spare your mother from this manner of death. I completely understand. I have wanted to spare several of my own children from their painful deaths. However, death is a part of life. It's balance. If you spare your mother, the Fates may have to arrange another person to die in her place. Could you sacrifice the life of an innocent to save Sally?" Hades informed Percy with tears in his eyes as well.

"It's not fair." Percy responds in a low, broken voice.

"I know, nephew. Trust me, I know. I wanted to bring back Bianca so badly but I was reminded by Bianca herself that she died honorably. If I brought her back, I would be dishonoring that." Hades explained.

Percy looks down at his clasped hand with his mom's. Follow your heart, my love. It will never steer you wrong. Chaos offered her support to Percy since she could sense he was facing a difficult decision. After what seemed a lifetime, Percy finally rose his head looking at his mother. The good force in his life for the whole two decades of his life. "Mom, I can't. I'm so sorry."

Instead of a sad face, he sees a smile upon her face. "It's okay Percy. I made my peace with this. I have accepted my fate. I'm not angry. I have had a wonderful life. I had you to make it all that greater. I have no regrets." Percy can truly see that his mother meant every word and sees her body at complete relaxation.

"You are a rare sight, Sally. Not many people have the strength to be at true peace with death. I may not be able to spare you from death but I can do this. I promise your death will be painless, like falling into a deep sleep." Hades addressed Sally while touching her shoulder and a black flash occurs around Sally. Hades also gets a sad look on his face with looking at Percy.

"I am sorry, nephew. She does not have much time left. Enjoy the last few moments she has left in this life." With that, Hades smiles and nods to them both. He flashes out back to the Underworld.

"Now Percy Jackson, let us talk about this wife of yours." Percy's eyes get big and his mom hangs tight to his hand to prevent him from running away.

"Sure, mom." Percy answers reluctantly.

~~ Time Jump ~~

~~ 5 Hours Later ~~

Percy and his mom have been reflecting on his childhood, his years at Camp Half-Blood, the wars he had fought, the bond with Chaos and becoming an Olympian for the last few hours. He never once let go of her hand. Over the last hour however, he had noticed her grip was slowly weakening. Percy realized that it was time to say his goodbye.

"Mom, I want to thank you for everything you have done for me. The laughs. The sacrifices. I will never forget you. I will make sure to honor you and give you plenty of grandkids. Rest well mom." Percy said with tears in his eyes hugging his mother. He feels her arms slowly fall behind his back. The flatline monitor going off to his right. Nurses run in but when seeing him cradling his mother, decide to give Percy some space.

"Uncle, if you don't give her Elysium, you will regret it." Percy whispers by his mother's ear while his eyes are glowing black.

"It's already done, nephew. Now, grieve for your mother. Be at peace and I will see you at the next Council meeting." Hades whispered back.

After about 5 minutes, Percy lets her body go. Percy stands up and walks out to the hallway to allow the nurses to clean her up and move her body to prepare for burial. Unable to stay there any longer, Percy flashes back to the Hunt.

*Scene Change*

Artemis is reading a scroll about the state of the wilds around her from the recent Hunter patrol. She is sitting in a fur lined chair to the side of her desk. Just three feet in front of her, Percy fades into view. She can immediately tell something is wrong. Percy has a look of pain on his face and his aura is visible. She can literally feel the earth beneath her slightly shaking in sympathy to his obvious pain. Percy lifts his head and locks eyes with Artemis. He quickly closes the distance between them, pulls her out of the chair into a tight embrace. Artemis is, at first, in shock but quickly returns the tight hug as she realizes Percy is crying.

As she comforts him in silence, letting him get his pain out before asking him anything about it. She feels something strange on her neck. Percy is planting kisses on her slender neck. She feels her skin flush under the attention.

"Uh, Percy?" Artemis unable to catch her breath as her arousal begins to spike.

"Please let me feel anything besides pain." Percy answers heartbrokenly.

Artemis places her hand on the back of his head to lift it up. Once they look eyes, Artemis opens her mouth to say something but before she can, Percy leans forward and captures her lips in a kiss. Artemis is surprised, to say the least. However, as the feelings get to her, she gives in and returns his kiss in gusto. She feels her knees hit something and falls back on to her bed. She didn't even realize that Percy was moving them to the bed. Percy crawls up the bed and once at her head, they meet each other's eyes once again. She sees pain mainly but beneath it sees lust, passion and love, most surprisingly. With that, she makes a decision that may affect more than just Percy & her.

"Make love to me, Percy."

~~ Enter your own smut scene here! ~~

At their mutual climax, a flash of silver & black light occurs within the tent that none of the Hunters see. Artemis briefly senses Percy's emotions of pain, joy and satisfaction before turning to him to say, "Again?" with a smirk. Percy gladly indulges her.

*Scene Change*

A few moments before…

Chaos is still searching Parangelia for Order when she feels a huge surge of pain and loss. Percy. She instantly knows what has happened. Chaos collapses to the ground once again with tears running down her face.

About 30 minutes later…

Chaos was able to pull herself together after grieving for Sally. She knows that Percy needs her. However, before she can go to him, the feelings coming from him change. Instead of pain & grief, she begins feeling arousal, lust and love. Percy, what are you doing? She closes her eyes to connect to Percy. She feels him kissing someone but unable to see who. However, she didn't need to wait long. A flash of silver and black light surround her. WHAT?! Percy has bonded someone else. Who could it be? Chaos had a brief moment of fear thinking Order was one step closer to the Rite. A wave rips through the bond as Chaos feels the newest addition to the bond join them. Chaos immediately recognize the power as Artemis'. Well, she moved faster than Thalia, I'm surprised. I thought Thalia would of been first. She begins to blush as Artemis & Percy have another round.

Chaos is so distracted by the bond that she doesn't notice the black portal opening behind her. A curvaceous woman wearing a dress of black & white passes through it. The ground crunches beneath her feet as she steps through which snaps Chaos out of her trance in the bond. Chaos quickly turns around about to unleash her power but stops as she takes in the new woman before her.

"What? How?"

The woman smiles, "Hello, mother. It's been a long time. We need to have a little chat about my other mother and that Mate of yours. I want a taste of him. Before you immediately shoot me down, just remember. You. Owe. Me." Oh Percy. What have I gotten you into? The daughter of Chaos & Order walks closer towards Chaos with a bright smile on her face.

"Come embrace your daughter, Nebula." Nebula responds with her arms wide open for a hug.

AN: Chapter 6 at 2,931 words (longest so far) DONE! Yes, I killed off Sally. I chose cancer since a lot of fics out there choose to have someone kill Paul, their child and her alot. I felt this was a better way of showing how much she means to Percy and her own strength. I got this typed up within a week of posting the last chapter. I felt so inspired by the reviews and responses I got. The character from the contest last chapter, will make an appearance in Book 2 instead of Chapter 9/10 since it would fit the background of the name submitted.

I WANT TO THANK MY BETAS PONTUS & ARKYZ FOR ALL THE FEEDBACK AND HELPING THIS STORY GROW!

Regarding the remainder of the story:

As a reward to you guys, a few teasers about the second half of this story. Hints of the Bond's power begin to emerge. The threat that Chaos faces will be revealed, the Rite. A little cryptic huh? I don't want to spoil anything.

Chapters 7 & 8 are coming along quickly with 9 being started. Be prepared that Chapter 7 may be a little bit shorter while 8 will be longer to balance it out. Chapter 10 will be the final chapter of this story. This will be a series, so don't fret. This book, of course, shows the Bond's beginning while Book 2 will focus on the Rite & Order while a few Titans and Primordials return to cause some havoc.

Draco