Disclaimer: I don't own any characters used, they are from Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan. This is for entertainment purposes only and I do not profit from this fic financially.
Percy just came back to camp. He had lived at his mom's house for the weekend, because he didn't want to face Annabeth. He found out two weeks ago that she had been cheating on him, with Tommy no less. Apparently, she started cheating on him shortly after they got together, Tommy was just her latest boy toy. Tommy was a new kid, but had a ton of muscles. He looked liked a supermodel. He was an Ares kid, without the courage. He was scared of most things, but loved sleeping with a different girl each night. Sometimes when Percy sparred with Clarisse, she would often complain about him, how loud he snored, how disgusting he ate, and etc. Needless to say, Tommy wasn't very welcome among his siblings for his disgusting habits.
Percy walked towards Thalia's tree. Just another day of avoiding the ex, he thought. But the Fates decided to spice things up a bit. As he walked, to the mess hall for lunch, he thought up different scenarios where he could possibly meet Annabeth.
Chiron stomped his hoof. "Campers, I have an announcement to make. Two, actually. First, the Hunters are coming to camp tonight, and staying for a couple of days. We will not be playing the traditional Capture the Flag game against them this time, as their stay will be brief. Second, the Gods are hosting a celebration for Christmas. It will take place a week before Christmas Day, and as such, all are mandated to attend. That means you all have a few days to prepare. And that is all."
With that said, the campers all rushed to the large bonfire to sacrifice their a third of their dinner to their parents before sitting down and eating. It was very joyful, like most days. Percy sat at his table alone, before a figure came and sat with him.
"Hey cuz, looking' a bit down, I'd say," the stranger laughed.
Percy raised his head, and smiled a small smile. "Hey Thalia. Don't you have to be at your table? Not that I mind."
"Yes and no. I asked Milady for permission already. She said she didn't care either, as long as I ate dinner," his cousin answered, mirth shining in her eyes.
Percy sassed, "That doesn't sound like her. Are you sure you asked the right person?"
"Yep. How excited are you for the Christmas party?" Thalia smiled.
The water demigod frowned. "Not very…"
"Oof. Well, you aren't the only one. Milady was plotting to escape it, until Phoebe convinced her to go with us, and in a dress too," chuckled Thalia at the memory.
Percy also gave a loud laugh. "Really? I mean her uniform already has a mini skirt but still…"
"Now, you didn't actually think she wears that to hunt, did you? Nada. She only wears it to camp, Stormbeard," Thalia gave her cousin a pointed look.
They spent the rest of dinner catching up. Thalia often cracked really bad jokes, but Percy felt lighter than he had for the last month. He missed the times when his cousin would visit.
Olympus' throne room was gushing with hordes and hordes of people as the Christmas party started. Percy wore a dress shirt and lightweight jacket, complete with jeans and sneakers. Most male demigods had similar attire, as they danced on the dance floor with their dates. He went to get a coke from the drinks table and stood in a corner, hoping no one would seek him out.
Annabeth smiled a big smile. She was going to find Percy and make him hers again. He just needed a little help to do that. She wore one of her skimpiest dresses, and they all left little to the imagination. Her dress was hot pink, with frills on the sides and edges. Her feet had these five-inch red heels that she borrowed from the Aphrodite cabin.
Then she spotted Thalia. And the smile on her face was replaced by a dark smirk. She walked over to the huntress and punched her in the nose.
Thalia screamed, "You are so going to pay for that!"
"No, you will. I saw your stunt a few days ago, does your slut goddess know about your violation of the vow? Guess not," cackled Annabeth.
Thalia held her nose to stop the flow of blood. "I have zero idea what you are going on about."
Percy was scanning the room for his ex when he heard Thalia shouting. He walked over and saw her nose was bleeding. "Thals, you ok?"
"No, because a certain idiot decided to punch me. Would you go find Phoebe or someone from the Hunt? They probably have bandages on them," growled Thalia.
Percy left with his instructions. He didn't see any of the Hunt nearby, but he saw Apollo's backside. He hollered, "Apollo!"
Apollo turned around. His conversation partner followed his line of sight. They took the extra steps forward to meet with him. Apollo beamed. "Percy, my man, what's up?"
"Er, I kinda need your help. Since healing is in your domain and all, I need you to fix someone's broken nose," Percy scratched his head.
Apollo and his talking companion, Artemis, followed Percy to Thalia's location. She was still arguing with Annabeth.
Artemis spoke up softly. "Thalia, move your hand." Thalia listened to her Lady's instructions. The moon goddess waved her hand over the demigoddess' nose. It instantly healed. Thalia thanked her with a big smile, "Thanks."
"What's going on? Why was your nose broken?" Apollo asked confused.
Thalia frowned. "Annabeth saw I went over to the Poseidon table a few days ago at camp. She assumed we were together, and just punched me. Me and Perce were just catching up."
"Hey, she shocked me too!" Annabeth whined.
Thalia pinned her a harsh glare. "Yeah, well, you called Artemis a slut! The only one who's that is YOU!"
"Miss Chase, kindly keep your hands to yourself and stop your childish name-calling. If you hurt any of my Hunters again, or friends, there will be Tartarus to pay. I also heard what you said about my brother the other day. Do not let this happen again," Artemis' cold voice bit out.
Annabeth smirked. "My mom's a hundred times more powerful than you. And older. Zeus definitely favors her over you. So don't you dare threaten me, slut."
"I think you're talking in second person, idiotic Athenian spawn. Now, I've heard people talk about themselves in first and third person, but never second. You must have been dropped on your head at birth," another voice snarked.
Annabeth turned her head and glared at the direction of the voice. "Shut up, what do you know?"
"More than you. I'm older than your mom, and likely more powerful. The only reason why she has any power at all is because she's such a daddy's girl," Aphrodite revealed herself.
Thalia raised her hand. "Wait, I thought you and Artemis didn't get along?"
"We don't and we do. Depends on the mood," Artemis and Aphrodite chorused in unison, smiling dark smiles.
Apollo scratched his head. "Ok…, I'm just going to find Hermes, and maybe Dionysus. See y'all later,"
He left the girls alone.
Apollo waved his arms. "Hermes, Dionysus, over here!"
"What do you want?" grumbled Dionysus, a glass of wine ever present in his hand.
Apollo leaned in. "The girls are creeping me out!"
"Which ones, bro?" Hermes wore a confused expression.
Apollo shuddered, "My sis and Aph. Seriously, they were super scary."
"Let me guess, Artemis threatened to castrate you again," smirked Dionysus.
Apollo became serious. "Nope. She and Aphrodite were talking together, like how your boys do, Hermes. Also, I am so totally getting Athena back! That daughter of hers doesn't when to shut her mouth, called sis a 'slut'! She also told Aph to shut up, and said that Dionysus was a stupid drunkard. She even broke Thalia's nose."
"How dare she?! I may like my wine, but I am most definitely not like those human wastes! What does she know of our affairs anyway?" an outraged wine god burst out. "I say we teach her a lesson not to mess with us!"
Hermes talked with vigor, "I agree. Who dares call one my favorite sisters a slut, and punch the other one?"
He stalked over to where Artemis, Aphrodite, Thalia, and Annabeth were arguing.
A crack resounded as Annabeth's nose starting gushing blood. She glared up at the messenger god, her look asking Hermes how dare he hurt her. She looked around the room when she realized she had none of her allies near her.
"Mother!" screeched Annabeth. Athena slowly walked over to her place.
The wisdom goddess covered her mouth with her hand. "Annabeth, what's wrong with your face?"
"Hermes decided he could punch me!" cried out her daughter. Athena turned her piercing gaze onto the god of traveling.
She screeched, "Hermes, is that true?!"
"Yes. Yes it is true. All true. You and your stupid daughter should learn your places. So-called Know-it-alls," bit out Hermes furiously.
Athena raised her hand and slapped him. "Don't talk about us like that! And don't talk to me as if you're something, because you aren't anything."
Artemis cut in. "Hermes, leave it alone. Let's go, Thalia." The Huntresses, Percy, Apollo, Dionysus, Aphrodite, and Hermes moved away, to the other side of the room.
"Yee, Arty!" A loud voice squealed out. Thalia looked over her shoulder. "What the?"
Apollo scratched his neck. "Er, Hecate?"
Hecate's face turned into a sheepish expression. "Sorry, I thought Artemis was alone. I can come back later…"
Artemis stepped forward with a smile. "Nonsense. You're family after all."
"Great. So, I was just going to ask you if you are coming to the game? You are, right? You have to be there, or else we don't stand a chance…" Hecate rambled. Artemis put her hand on her cousin's shoulder gently.
She smiled and spoke. "Calm down. Of course I'll be at the game. Wouldn't miss it."
"Er, what are you guys taking about?" asked Apollo.
Hecate explained, "Well you see, every year we hold this game thing. It kinds changes, depending on whatever Great Granduncle cooks up. For the last few years, he's been obsessed with Harry Potter, so we try to reenact Quidditch. It's quite fun, the entire family is gathered together, and we all get along. It's nice to see some of the busier ones, like Arty here for example."
"She lets you call her Arty?" mock-gasped Hermes and Apollo, each dramatically putting their hands on their heart.
Artemis rolled her eyes. "You two are just annoying."
"That sounds cool. But who's the entire family?" inquired Percy.
The goddess of rainbows bounded up behind him. "Well, it has Tartarus because 1. he's the life of the party, 2. it's his place, 3. he likes almost everyone."
"Huh. Arty, you never told us about this," pouted Aphrodite.
The moon goddess smirked. "It never came up."