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Percy
As the ship lowered, I saw a figure jump off the side. I could see a familiar blonde haired boy slowly float down. I heard footsteps run up from behind me. I turned to see Hermione, Harry, Ron, Neville, Luna, Ginny, and Lavender standing next to me. When I turned back, I was greeted by a smiling son of Jupiter.
"Geez Percy, I knew you were greedy, but not this greedy." said Jason.
"Haha very funny Jason." I said smiling.
"Thank Merlin you guys came." said Hermione.
"Good to see you again too Hermione." said Jason.
"Uh, who are you exactly?" asked Harry.
"This is Jason Grace, son of Jupiter. One of my best friends." I said.
"Nice to meet you." said Jason with a wave.
"Jason, this is Harry, Ron, Neville, Luna, Ginny, and Lavender." I said pointing to each person when I said their name.
"Well thanks for the bloody save. Sweet ship too." said Ron.
"How did you know to come here?" I asked.
"Chiron told us. He explained to us all about your quest and that Hermione isn't a demigod." explained Jason.
"Argo III?" I asked.
"Argo III. Leo may have went overboard with some of the upgrade." Jason said.
When the ship stopped lowering to a good height off the courtyard, a bunch of rope ladders were thrown off the side. The first to come down were the rest of the Seven along with Thalia, Reyna, and Nico. Then the Hunters of Artemis followed by a bunch of other demigods from both camps.
"Looks like the whole gang is back together!" exclaimed Leo as he, the rest of the Seven, Reyna, and Nico walked over.
"Thanks for the last minute save guys." I said.
"I always have to save you, don't I Kelp Head." said Thalia with a grin on her face.
"I think it's the other way around Pinecone face." I said sticking my tongue out.
"Yea, yea, yea, whatever you say." she replied.
"How many of there are you?" asked Hermione.
"Sixty total. That's all we could fit." said Reyna.
"I'm grateful for the help, but you could only fit sixty people in that huge thing?" asked Harry.
"Well we couldn't just leave both our camps with no one in them. And besides there isn't much extra space." said Frank.
Minerva then came over with the rest of the Order.
"Percy, I assume these are your friends." said Minerva.
"Yep." I replied popping the p.
"Well I believe introductions are in order." said Minerva.
After twenty minutes, the Order was introduced to every demigod that came on the Argo III.
"So what exactly is going on. Chiron told us about your quest and I'm assuming this is Voldemort's big assault, but how are the defenses holding? Also, Chiron told us about Hecate saying he gained a powerful ally, but wasn't able to tell who it was." said Annabeth.
"The defenses are doing the best they can, but I'm sure with you guys here, these guys won't have to worry about the monsters. They can focus more on the Death Eaters. By the way, demigod's have a higher resistance to the spells, but they do hurt. As for the ally, it's Kronos." I said.
"That's impossible. How could he have reformed so fast?" asked Annabeth.
"I have no idea, but it's him for sure." I said.
"Well we should get to work then. We can't waste anymore time. Who knows how long it'll be before their next attack." said Hazel.
"Yea, how can we help?" asked Reyna.
"I think you and Annabeth should talk with Minerva to set up defenses. She can tell you about the castle. Will, take the Apollos campers need to attend to the wounded. Thalia, you can take the Hunters up onto the towers and walls. They should be good vantage points. The Apollo campers will join you after they finish helping the wounded. The rest of you can help around wherever you can." I replied.
Everyone nodded and went to go what they had to do.
Timeskip To Night
I was making my way over to the infirmary to see how many wounded we have and how many we've lost. When I walked in they were just about to finish up. Will was talking to another Apollo camper as I walked over.
They saw me coming and the Apollo camper nodded and walked away.
"Will, how's everything going over here?" I asked.
"18 dead and 37 wounded." Said Will solemnly. "About half of those injuries aren't too serious, but they shouldn't fight anymore."
"Thanks, it's good having you here." I said.
"Don't worry about it Perce, it's what friends are for." he said.
"Thanks man. I'm gonna go check on how everything else is going." I said.
"See ya."
I walked out of the infirmary and headed towards the courtyard. On my way there, I ran into Hermione, Ron, and Harry.
"Hey guys." I greeted.
"Hey Percy, can we talk?" asked Harry.
"Yea, what's up?" I asked.
"Not here. Let's go to the boathouse." he said.
I nodded and we all walked to the boathouse in silence.
When we got to the boathouse, I asked "So what did you want to talk about?"
"I've been-
Just then, a voice started to speak in my head, "You have fought valiantly, but in vain. I do not wish this. Every drop of magical blood spilled is a terrible waste. I therefore order my forces to retreat. In their absence, dispose of your dead with dignity. Harry Potter, I now speak directly to you. You have allowed your friends to die for you, instead of facing me yourself. There is no greater dishonor. Join me in the forbidden forest and confront your fate. If you do not do this, I shall kill every last man, woman, and child."
I turned to the other three and saw they all heard it too. It had to be Voldermort.
"Harry, don't you even dare thinking about it." said Hermione.
"I have to. To many people have got hurt because of me. I can put an end to this." said Harry.
"Are you crazy mate?" asked Ron.
"I have to do this." said Harry.
"Let me go with you at least." I said.
"No. I'll go alone and that's final." Harry said determined not to take no for an answer.
"Harry-" started Hermione.
"Hermione let him. He's made his mind. Everyone's got to go through their own trials themselves. I know Harry will make it out of it." I said thinking of the golden snitch in his pocket.
"But Percy…" trailed off Hermione.
"Don't worry. Defend Hogwarts. Don't worry about me." said Harry.
"Good luck mate. You better come back." said Ron giving Harry a hug.
Hermione tightly hugged Harry, but didn't say anything. Then Harry turned to me and stuck his hand out.
"C'mon man. After all we been through all I get is a handshake?" I said teasingly while slapping his hand away and pulling him into a hug.
"Remember what I said." I whispered lowly to hear and pulled away.
Before he could say anything I turned around and walked a bit away to give the trio some space. After a few minutes, Hermione and Ron came over. I watched Harry's figure slowly disappear further into the forest.
"Let's get back." said Ron.
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Timeskip to early next morning
Harry has been gone for a couple of hours now and I was starting to get worried that he still may not have understood what I said when I hinted to the snitch. I really hope he did.
Then a horn blew signalling enemies were coming. I quickly stood up from where I was sitting on the wall and looked at the army marching towards us. At the front I could see a 7 foot figure in golden armor walking besides a bald pale figure in black.
"Kronos and Voldy." I muttered through gritted teeth.
Next to the pair was Hagrid carrying a limp figure. I squinted my eyes and recognized it as Harry. You better not be dead Harry.
When they crossed the bridge into the courtyard the army stopped. I could hear some people gasp at the sight of Hagrid carrying Harry.
I stared at Voldemort and then switched my gaze to Kronos who met my eyes. We started at each other, neither of us backing down.
"Look! Your hero is dead." said Voldemort pointing to Harry.
I looked over at Harry and Hagrid. He had to have used the stone. He must've figured out what I was talking about.
"No!" screamed Ginny as she tried to run over there, but was held back by Ron.
"Silence you insolent girl! Harry Potter is dead!" yelled Voldemort.
All the Death Eaters laughed at this.
"Now is the time to declare yourself. Come forward and join us. Or die." said Voldemort.
"Draco." said Lucius, beckoning Draco to come.
We all looked at Draco and he continued to stand where he was.
"Draco, come." said Narcissa.
Still Draco wouldn't budge, despite his mother telling him to come.
"No." he said.
"Draco plea-"
"The boy has made his choice. Now he shall die with the others." said Kronos.
This made Narcissa stop what she was saying immediately.
"Perseus Jackson, surrender now and your death will be slightly less painful." said Kronos.
"Never. Harry, Fred, Tonks, and the others may have died. But they're still with us here." said Neville pointing to his heart. "They didn't die in vain, but you two will."
Just then, Harry dropped out of Hagrid's arms and fired a spell at Voldemort before running towards us.
"Attack!" ordered Kronos. All the monsters and most of the Death Eaters charged towards us.
Kronos unsheathed a 5 foot golden longsword. It's blade was four and a half feet. He charged at me. I uncapped Riptide and met his charge.
"Go after the snake! I'll distract him for now!" yelled Harry to Neville, Hermione, and Ron.
The campers and Hunters were fighting the monsters. The rest of the Seven, Nico, Thalia, and Reyna were trying to make their way over to me, but were occupied with trying to help the students.
Riptide and the longsword clashed, creating sparks.
"I've been waiting to kill you ever since I've been reforming." said Kronos as he put more pressure behind his sword.
"Too bad for you that you won't be able to." I declare.
I jumped back to create some distance between us before charging again and feinted to the right, but Kronos saw through this and blocked my attack. Kronos had sent a flurry of his own attacks in response to my charge. I was able to block most of them, but I did get some cut on my arms a bit. He was definitely stronger now that he didn't need a host. However, thankfully he hadn't fully recovered or there would be no chance for me to stop him.
"You stand no chance boy." mocked Kronos.
"Maybe, but your forces are losing." I said glancing at the fighting around us.
"Bah it doesn't matter. That Voldemort was just a means to get here."
He swung down on my left but I spun out of the way and cut the left side of his torso. I concentrated and felt a familiar tug in my gut. Water came in a rush. I concentrated harder and some of the water turned into ice shaped needles. I threw my left arm forward blasting Kronos with harden ice and pressurize water. Sweat was dripping off my brows now.
Kronos was mostly able to fend off the water and ice, but some got through his defense, effectively cutting him.
I charged at him since he was distracted. I swung Riptide across his chest sending his blood spraying out. It wasn't a deep cut, but it was enough for the golden ichor to start flowing out. This time it was my turn to send a flurry of attacks. About half of them hit their target. We were both bleeding, but I was bleeding a bit heavier. I continued my attack, but Kronos met each attack with his longsword.
Kronos swung to my right and I blocked it with Riptide. However, I wasn't prepared for the kick to my chest that came after. It knocked the wind out of me and I stumbled back a little. He charged at me full force, his eyes glowing as time slowed down. He was smiling evilly now. He slashed my chest cutting open a deep wound. My shirt started to stain red now. He continued his onslaught. I was starting to bleed more and more from all over.
Kronos eyes returned to normal and time sped up.
My body started to feel heavy. All the fighting over these past days and the wounds were starting to catch up to me.
Kronos swung full force at me. I blocked it with Riptide, but the force and my weariness made me stumble and fall.
Kronos smiled at me as he walked towards me, slowly raising his longword.
"You lose, son of Poseidon." he mocked.
Just as he was about to swing down the sword someone ran behind him and stabbed him in the back, causing him to shout in pain. He turned around to see who it was.
"You insolent mortal. You shall die a painful death." he said.
I looked past him and saw that it was Hermione. Kronos backhanded her which sent flying a few feet to the right.
"Hermione!" I yelled as I tried to get up.
Kronos started to walk towards her slowly. I had to stop him before he could hurt her. I slowly rise, using Riptide to help balance myself. Pain erupted all over my body.
I ignored the pain and ran towards them. Kronos was getting close, but I was nearing them. Kronos stopped right in front of Hermione who was still on the floor. I could see the fear on her face. This caused me to run faster, pushing myself to the limit even more.
Kronos raised his longsword.
C'mon faster.
He started to bring down his sword.
I raised Riptide just in time to stop the sword. However, my arms felt numb from the strike, causing me to drop Riptide.
"You foolish boy, why can't you just stay out of my way?!" yelled Kronos.
"Because you'll never win." I said.
"Actually, I think I do" he said smiling as I felt cold metal sink into my stomach.
"Percy!" screamed Hermione.
I looked down to his golden longsword. Almost half of the blade was through me. My vision started to fade.
"Y-you-u're wrong….again...Kronos." I said breathlessly.
"What are yo-"
With the last of my strength, I pushed myself closer, the blade sunk down to the hilt to my stomach. At the same time I turned my bracelet into my kukri and sliced his jugular.
Kronos started to bleed heavily from his neck. He quickly let go of the sword and brought both hands to his neck, trying to stop the bleeding. It was a futile attempt. I dropped to my knees, my head hung low watching my own blood spill out of me. My vision was fading I could see dark spots now.
I looked at Kronos as he glared at me, his eyes telling me he would see me in the Underworld.
I looked all around me. I saw Harry just as he defeated Voldemort and his body disintegrating. I saw my friends finishing up the rest of the the monsters and Death Eaters. Finally, I turned to Hermione who was getting up. She started to run towards me, tears in her eyes.
I gave her a weak smile. "I love you Hermione." I barely whispered as blood started to come out of my mouth.
Behind her I could see an old friend I hadn't seen since Alaska, Thanatos. Guess other people couldn't sese him.
Thanatos smiled at me sadly. I nodded.
And my vision went black.
AN: I'm sorry for the long wait. I know it been exactly two months since I updated. I had a really busy summer working. I also just started school about a month ago and have been really busy.
I also want to apologize for this chapter being short. It is one of the chapters on the smaller side and half of what I usually write because this chapter was a little more than 2700 words.
As for this story there will be one more chapter. There is a possibility there might be an epilogue if people want. It'll probably be something like a few years after the ending. Let me know if you guys want one!
Lastly, along with this chapter, I posted a prologue to a new story that I've been wanting to write for literally months now. I have had the idea for so long, but didn't want to write it until I finished this story. I didn't want to have three stories at the same time. It is another PJ/HP crossover. I plan to make that one a lot better than this one. Please go check out the prologue. If enough people like it then I'll continue to write it. Also, my second story, The First Demigod will be coming off hiatus once this story is finished.
-Yoshi117