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*pauses takes a breath* let me try again. OH MY GOSH Y'ALL HAVE NO IDEA HOW EXCITED I AM!
Chapter 6 put this story over 200 followers! *Screams like a little girl* AAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!
I'm so happy! I never thought anything I did would ever do this well!
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I don't even care about the mean PM's I got the other day anymore! WWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHOOOOOOOO!
MAN! I'm pumped! Ok down to business. This whole shipping is running circles around my brain, so because obviously a lot of you are Pertemis shippers I'm redoing the poll(which really hasn't changed a lot) The poll will ask a more refined list with the people that got more than 5 votes.
PLEASE understand that I am not trying to hate on Pertemis, I love the shipping, but sometimes it's just not reasonable for a story. And take into account that it will take A VERY VERY VERY long time to get Percy and Artemis to even recognize they had feelings. Like (If I ever got this far) it would be at the end of HoO that they would even consider the possibility of being together.
But on the other hand Bianca, Piper, or even Zoe wouldn't take nearly as long.
I really hate making this so blasted complicated, but I want you guys to feel like you have a say in what happens. And the easiest way is via the shipping. So please be patient with me... (O_o)
Okay another piece of business is the power dampener I put on Percy, that is temporary thing. The reason I gave in the last chapter is legit, I don't want Zeus flipping out to early. But as an added bonus it makes a scene in the quest more dramatic, at least in my opinion. The person (who I won't name) said that I made Percy to OP, well yes sorta with the super speed and amazing ability with a blade he is kinda op against any regular opponent. But against he Titan Lord of time, not really. Think about it, they are the perfect opponents for each other, their abilities cancel each other out. So I don't think the power dampener it bullsh*t in the least, and everybody please understand I am EXTREMELY analytical so I'm not gonna make up some bull crap reason to try to make a certain thing work (or at least I hope I wont) -_-
Disclaimer- Me: APOLLO!
Apollo*flashes down* What?
Me: Disclaimer, Go!
Apollo: Oh... OH! *Clears his throat* Unfortunately nobody, but Uncle Rick owns PJO. It sucks doesn't it... Man! As awesome as I am, I should at least own my character!
3rd person pov
When Percy walked away from Artemis after her little rant, he headed back into camp just kind of wandering around. He was soon joined by Chiron, who trotted over to catch up.
"I believe the Big House should be fairly private right about now." Chiron murmured once he pulled even with Percy, who just nodded in response.
Arriving at the Big House, they both walked into Chiron's 'office', though it wasn't much of one. It was a smaller room, in the middle was a desk with a bunch of papers and mail scattered across it, off to the right was a small fireplace with three chairs in a Uish shape around it. Percy walked in first with Chiron close behind who shut the solid oak door that creaked shut.
Percy glanced around at the room, "Not a bad office you have here. Probably should be bigger as much as you do for this place." Percy spun around to look at Chiron, only to find him gazing off into space. Scrunching up his face, Percy walked forward to snap his fingers to pull Chiron out of whatever trance he was in. But just as he stopped next to him, Chiron whipped towards Percy, "What were you thinking!?"
Percy jerked back in surprise, "What do you mean?" he asked confused.
"You insulting Lady Artemis, and bringing attention to yourself." Chiron accused.
"Chiron, it's time I come out of the shadows. Apparently I have stayed there too long."
Chiron reeled backwards, "No", he gasped, "He can't be rising now, of all times."
Percy nodded solemnly, "Yes, unfortunately. I came here to assess camp's defenses and Chiron, you have been slacking." Percy playfully admonished
Chiron lowered his head out of embarrassment, then it snapped back up, "What about the other cam...". But he was cut off by Percy raising his finger.
Quicker than the blink of an eye, Percy whipped out one of his hunting knives and threw it next to the door. Where it thunked against the wood of the wall, trapping a Yankee's hat between them. With her Yankee's cap gone, Annabeth was revealed with a look of astonishment on her face. The door was cracked open from where she was trying to creep in. "How did you know?" Annabeth asked her embarrassment quickly fading as her natural curiosity took over.
Percy rolled his eyes as he walked towards her, "Wouldn't you like to know." He replied sassily.
Annabeth opened her mouth to respond, but she was roughly shoved out of the doorway once Percy reached her. Her protest drowned out by the solid oak door.
Turning back to Chiron, Percy gestured to the door, "It creaks...", then he answered Chiron's unfinished question, "The other camp should be fine. I have already informed Lupa, as well they have a son of Zeus...Jupiter...whichever one it is I cant keep track anymore."
And Chiron nodded his head in understanding, but as Percy put his hand on the door knob, he clarified, "Okay, they will keep an eye on Othyrus. While we can defend Olympus, which will be much easier with you fighting with us."
Percy froze at Chiron's words, the door knob half turned. Not turning around Percy replied, "Chiron… You know I don't work with anyone, I work alone." Now rotating partially around Percy continued, "I am here to help teach the prophesy child, Bianca, and Nico and to make sure that they survive until the final battle, that is it." With that said, Percy quickly opened the door, walked out and slammed it shut.
Chiron sighed, "Percy, you can't keep this charade up forever", he murmured.
Percy Pov
I felt bad after I slammed the door on Chiron, but he should know by now I don't work with anyone anymore. Not after... 'Bad thoughts! Very bad thoughts' I sighed and rolled my shoulders. "I really need to relax." I murmured to myself. 'the beach' I thought, 'that usually helps me relax'. Pulling on a rubber band around my wrist it summoned a cloak around me, flipping up the hood I decided to take the long way to the beach to avoid the campers and hunters, it took me almost 30 minutes to get there.
The cold air swirled around me as I stepped on the sandy beach, slipping off my shoes and socks in the process. In a few strides the cold water lapped at my feet, not that I could really feel how cold it was being a son of Poseidon and all. The lake began to still along with my emotions as I just stood and stared out across the open water. A Naiade came up to me and blinked in surprise before bowing her head in shock. I put a finger to my mouth, a small smirk played on my lips, signaling her not to say anything, and she nodded her head in understanding before giggling at her new secret and swam off.
Noise began to come from pavilion, it steadily increased until I couldn't stand it anymore. Stepping out of the water I quickly slipped my shoes back on and jogged toward the pavilion. As it came into view I could see the campers seated around their tables being fairly quiet, 'that's strange', I thought, 'Who's making all the noise' I glanced around again as I drew closer. The noise was centralized in one section, the hunters table. Their shouting and messing with each other was generating all the racket. Deadpanning from the realization I went to turn away, but my stomach growled at its lack of food. I groaned in annoyance, a speedsters metabolism sucks, now I have to be seen by everyone...again.
Walking up, I grabbed a plate and kept moving toward the head table where Chiron was sitting. In one smooth motion I slid past the wine god, and into a chair right next to Chiron. The noise level dropped from a rambunctious crowd to zero in about 2 seconds flat. Looking up from my plate where my 20 slices of pizza(Which is the best food invented...EVER!) and 15 donuts(Don't judge me!) had just appeared to see the Hunt glaring at me, while the campers looked at me with a mixture of confusion and mild interest. Glancing around for Bianca and Nico, I found them at the Hermes table squished at the end of the table. They were one of a few, who had been in Maine, that didn't look like they wanted to do me serious bodily harm. It was then that Chiron stood and did the announcements.
"Okay everyone, as you all can tell the Hunt has joined us for a little while." A groan went up among both the Hunt for being at the 'Cursed camp' and the campers for having the 'horrendous Hunt' with them. Chiron held up his hand, "Yes I know it is less than ideal, but we will work with what we are given. Now Capture the Flag will still happen as planned, but will be pushed back a day to allow for the training of the newer campers." Another groan went up again through both groups. "Yes, a true pity. Anyways, normal classes will continue and please campers" ,Chiron turned to them pleadingly, "don't provoke the hunters." When he got a grumbling response from them, he looked toward the Hunt, "And please don't needlessly attack any of the campers."
Zoe stood and said (quite arrogantly, if I do say so myself), "We offer no guarantees, Chiron." And with glare thrown my way, that I returned from under my hood, she sat down to the cheers of the Hunt.
Chiron nervously glanced to me to ask permission to introduce me. I guess he had seen the curious and questioning looks thrown my way. I sub-consciously speed up to my(current) max speed to slow down time to help me mull over my options, 'I could not, but then it might (probably) be harder to train them. But if I do then I will have privacy issues.' I groaned, 'This sucks (yup), man I hate my life'. Coming to a conclusion, I let my body slow down, and seeing on a couple seconds past, gave Chiron a very reluctant nod.
He gave a slight nod in return, but before he could "introduce" me. A voice rose over the Hunt's now dying cheers. "Chiron, who is this new guy?" The voice came from a burly looking older girl of about 16 or 17, 'Definitely a child of Ares (Aka the god of idiots)' she was wearing a camp t-shirt with camo leggings and military boots (Which the shirt really didn't match the leggings).
"Well Sherry", Chiron began, "I was just about to tell you." The now named Sherry blushed a little in embarrassment, but stayed quiet. Clearing his throat, Chiron began again, "Okay for those of you who don't know this", he gestured at me, "is Perseus Jackson." Picking up my plate and kicking my feet up upon the table to get comfortable, I gave a half-hearted wave in the process. Sighing Chiron continued, "He is a...", Pausing he tried to find the right words, "Camp asset." He finally decided on. I gave a soft snort at the phrase, but gestured for him to continue. "Now, Perseus is here to help train you." Giving a small glare my way, he addressed me, "Correct?"
I sighed, I originally said I would only train Bianca, Nico, and the Prophesy child, but hey why not train the rest of the camp. "Fine, why not?" I replied sarcastically.
The screech of benches being shoved back echoed around the Pavilion, followed by a loud voice. "No, I refuse to have that jerk as a teacher!" It was none other than Thalia Grace, herself.
With my legs still propped up upon the table, I put a hand over my heart, "OH! You wound me Thals."
Giving me a hard glare and stomping her foot she yelled, "Quit calling me that!"
It was rather amusing how she looked when she got worked up, as much as Thalia might hate Artemis they were very similar. "Nah, I'd rather not"
Thalia looked like she was about to throw a tantrum, when another voice spoke up. "I second what Thalia said." This time it was Zach Hersher. "Why do we need this fool, when we have Thalia and I?"
"Exactly", Thalia said.
I raised my eyebrows (Not that they could see it anyway, with the hood and all), "Oh really", I said, "I'm a fool now too?" Putting my feet on the ground I stood up, "How about you back up your words." I continued with ice in the words.
Thalia raised her eyebrow. Slightly surprised at my tone, I guess, but responded with, "Are you challenging me? I'm a daughter of Zeus, dipstick!"
I laughed a very humorless laugh, "Do you think I care who your parent is?" Then I smirked, "but don't worry I'll kick your butt like everyone else, your not that special."
Thalia fumed in anger, and Zach didn't look much better. I had thrown down the figurative gauntlet, now it was just a waiting game to see who would challenge me first. But I was surprised when Chiron's voice came first.
"Enough!" He yelled, stomping his hoof for emphasis. Glaring at me (I get a lot of glares don't I?) he said, "Stop provoking them." I just shrugged.
Looking at Thalia he continued, "Please don't fight Perseus, he's not weak by any standard."
Thalia turned her glare on Chiron, she was beyond pissed now, "Are you saying I can't beat this wanna be?" Sparks were literally flying off her now.
Chiron quickly tried to backtrack and defuse the growing tension, "Oh! umm... No no! I just don't want you dueling, so neither of you get hurt."
I tried to hold it back, I really did, but I just couldn't. "Oh Chiron, your concern is appreciated, but not needed." I grinned a huge pearly white grin, "She wouldn't even touch me."
Chiron just sighed.
"THAT'S IT!" Thalia yelled, jabbing her figure towards me she continued yelling, "I CHALLENGE YOU TO A DUEL."
So uh yeah, hey everybody! I'm sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo sorry for taking so long. I really didn't mean for it to take me almost 2 months to get this chapter out. I had meant for the word count to be longer than this, but I wasn't getting anywhere very fast so I just decided to go ahead and post it.
I really appreciate all you who stuck with me in my slump. A special thanks to Hippiwolf for helping me out and keeping me focused. He has 2 stories out, go check them out!
Again I'm so sorry for taking WAY longer than I planned. I am hoping to get one out in time for Christmas, but no guarantees. If I get it out in time, consider it my present to you!
The poll will be redone shortly, as I explained earlier I want y'all to have a say in how the story goes. So please be patient with me, plus there is no rush with the shipping because no matter what it is I want it to move almost as slow as it did with the original story, so that's the goal anyway.
Anyways, thank you thank you for all the reviews and all the tips/corrections. I hope this chapter is acceptable and was fun to read!
Hasta la vista! I'm outie!