Chapter 3: New Life

A/N I hope everyone liked the last chapter! I'll try to update more often! I will try to increase the word count every chapter but it will take a while for me to get back into the writing groove. Enjoy!

All I own is the plot.

Somewhere In Virginia

I woke up with a mind-splitting headache, and a new found power coursing through my veins. I started to recollect what happened before I fell unconscious. My eyes widened as I really membered what the Fates had given me. I have an arm again! The arm had been infused with some of the Fates power turning me in to a minor god. I was now the god of Guns, revenge, and assassins. As far as I was aware, I was the only god with the gun and assassin domain, and I must share the revenge domain with Nemesis. I tried reaching out to my gun domain, and I figured out my powers. I could summon any known gun, control the ballistics of bullets, and was now the most accurate shot in the world. I immediately new the knowledge of a master gunsmith, and could build any new type of gun I could imagine. I decided to figure out what my symbol of power was. Pulling from my godly power, I searched for the power as if reaching for it in the dark. I suddenly felt a weight being put on me. Looking down I saw my new armor and symbol of power. I snapped my fingers creating a mirror to admire my new outfit in. I was wearing a celestial bronze infused leather trench coat with a hood. On my face I had a mask that covered my nose down, allowing me to go unknown by enemies. On my chest, I had a black Kevlar vest with magazine pouches on it. There were pouches for my Glock, and my ar15 with bullet loops to keep bullets for the God Killer on. I pulled a magazine out to inspect and was shocked to see another mag in its place on the vest. So I have infinite ammo? This is gonna come in to good use. Going back to my gear, I had my rifle slung over my back ready for use at a moments notice. I had my Glock in a holster in a thigh holster on my right leg, and the God Killer in a holster on my left. Sheathed on my hip I had a pocket knife that was a fusion of mortal steel and celestial bronze, along with Riptide in my pocket.With my new found powers I will be able to give the Olympians what they have had coming for a LONG time. First, I'm gonna need somewhere to stay. Looking around there were a few good spots I could set up a short term camp for the night. I was in a forest which gave me good cover from the sky, though the gods wouldn't exactly be searching for me. I headed over to a flat area next to a creek and set up a tent given to me by the Fates, and decided to test out some of my new powers. Closing my eyes I reached out for the strand of power connected to my gun domain. I suddenly felt connected with the hunting rifle 2 miles away, about to shoot the deer. I was able to follow the path of the bullet and everything it passed by as it went towards its target. That could be handy in a battle to be able to see everything a bullet could. Opening my eyes, I remembered my sacred animal. I felt a grin on my face at the thought of a companion to go with me on this crusade. Closing my eyes I tugged at the connection to my sacred animal and opened my eyes to the bark of a little puppy. In front of me was a white German Shepherd who looked about 1 month old. The puppy was yipping in front of me, wanting to play.

"Hey Boss!" I heard in my mind as the dog looked at me, love evident in his eyes.

"Did... did you just talk to me?" It seemed like the dog had just spoken to me in my head, as crazy as that sounds.

"Your the protector of all dogs, we all can talk to you!" The dog said, while running around in a circle chasing his tail. I smiled seeing the joy in the dogs eyes. Well I guess I'm gonna have to find a name for him... The dog sat down looking at me curiously as I was pondering a name.

"What are you thinking about master?"

"I'm thinking about a name for you... how do you like the name Zeta?" I asked, hoping the little dog would like it.

"I love it master!" Zeta yipped happily, clearly happy with his new name. The average German Shepherd was already rather large, and I could tell he had some magical power in him.

"Your a special dog Zeta, your going to be the most powerful dog ever. But for now, we need to help you grow up, so you can then grow strong."

"OK Master! I'm getting tired from all this excitement... I am only 5 minutes old..." The little puppy curled up as he yawned in sleepiness.

"Get some sleep Zeta, you've earned it buddy. I'm gonna go take a walk around."

"Alright Master, be safe." The puppy's eyes closed as he lulled himself to sleep. Looking around I decided to go for a bit of a walk to think about my plans for the future. If I was going to wage war on Olympus, I was going to need help. There are only so many people who don't live in so much fear of the Olympians that they would help me. The Demigods were an option, but how many of them would really rebel against there parents? Maybe I could talk some of my past friends in to joining me. The only person I know who would join me no matter what would be Thalia, but she would have to escape Artemis. Maybe I could pretend to take her hostage. Speaking of Artemis, her hunt will probably be snooping around here after I let out so much power when I became a god. Speak of the devil... I thought as I saw a flash of silver out of the corner of my eye and heard the snap of a twig as I was suddenly surrounded by 25 girls in all silver with bows drawn on me. In the middle of them was a auburn haired 12 year old girl with an aura of hatred surrounding her. Next to her was Thalia, with her hunter clothing with her tiara on. Her eyes were dull and lifeless, as if she had no joy left. As I continued my analysis Artemis spoke up.

"Who are you boy?" She spat with enough hatred to make the average guy flinch back.

"None of your damn business, girl" I spat back with just as much hatred. She was a prejudiced god who never stood up for what was right, only her own skewed beliefs. Her eyes widened in surprise at the disrespect I threw at her. In a blink of an eye she shot a volley of arrows at me, which I only avoided due to my armored cloak. Deciding there was no way to get out of this situation other than to shoot my way out, I pulled out the God Killer and took aim at Artemis's shoulder. When she saw the gun she smirked, probably thinking I was some foolish mortal or demigod. I shot one round into her shoulder with enough force too knock a hole in her arm, throwing her to the ground. Her hunters went in to shock at their downed mistress. I ran towards Thalia, grabbing her arm and putting the God Killer to her temple.

"If any of you shoot, I'm going to blow her brains out. I have no quarrel with any of you, only the Olympians. Go, check on your mistress. The bullet destroyed the tendons and muscle in her arm, shes going to need medical attention." I said looking dead into the eyes of all the Hunters. They looked conflicted. They new at the end of the day they needed to focus on their Mistress before she died of blood loss, although they wanted to protect their sister.

"Don't worry, I'm not going to harm her." I said, although they did not look any more trusting. I heard some rustling behind me and noticed a Hunter trying to sneak up behind me and stab me in the back. Whirling around I kicked her in the gut, looking at all of the other Hunters.

"Well, I hope none of you take part in the coming war, or you all will end up like your mistress." I said with a flourish as I flashed away with Thalia. Oh right, Thalia doesn't know its me!

"Tell me who the Hades you are before I blast your ass to Olympus and back" Thalia said warily looking at me with electricity crackling between her hands.

"Thals... It's me..." I said while removing my cowl and face mask. Her eyes widened in shock as she noticed it was me.

"Is... is it really you?" She asked with tears in her eyes. I smiled a grim smile and embraced her in a hug.

"Its me Thals, I'm not gonna leave again." Her expression turned to one of anger and she said,

"You shot Artemis!"

"Its a long story Thals. Lets go to my camp site and catch up." I said while walking towards camp to grab both Zeta and my tent.

"I'm gonna toast your ass..." Thalia said menacingly while relief was evident on her face anyways.

A/N: Ayy babadaboopy! Longest chapter yet! I hope you guys liked me bring a dog and Thalia into this crusade. I haven't decided if Percy is gonna date anyone, or if hes just gonna lone wolf it. If anyone has any suggestions for ships, just let me know and Ill definitely think it through. I hope you enjoyed!

-Dman226