And here's chapter three. It's a filler chapter but we could see something slowly (very slowly) brewing between Triton and Percy.
Thank you all for your wonderful reviews and here are your answers.
Guest - I know it's confusing, it is to me as well. I'll try to explain, though I'm not really sure if I would manage.
In the book its said that the gods don't have DNA and that's why relationships between demigods are possible (most of them are somehow related to each other after all).
The gods are beings made of power and magic, not genetics. Yes, Poseidon is father to both Percy and Triton but technically they do not carry his genes, because well, he doesn't really have DNA. They are morally a brother and sister, they have the same father, but they don't really have a blood relation. Crazy huh?
I know it's extremely confusing but one of the most appealing things of Greek Mythology is that its full of magic and things that cannot be explained.
I mentioned the fact about the DNA simply to show that a relationship between Percy and Triton is not the same as a relationship between mortal brother and sister, for example. And if you haven't noticed, everyone is related in the Greek Pantheon, but they still marry and have children with each other. It's something normal to all of them, including Triton.
Um, I hope you understand what I mean (at least a little) because I'm pretty sure that I did a terrible job explaining it.
GamingBoar - Thank you. I must admit that I'm curious about this couple myself. I haven't really considered it until the idea struck me. Even I'm not sure how I'll write them. I don't have anything set in my head so I write what appears in my mind at the moment.
And jealous Triton? Good idea. I'll be sure to include this somewhere in the story even though it may not be something of real importance to the main plot.
ThaliaElizabethChase - Thanks! And I think that A Drop in the Ocean is the second fem!Percy/Triton story ever written, or at least the second posted on fanfiction. net
roos1414 - I will!
ptl4ever419 - Here's more! And I'm glad you like it!
Rubie blakie - Yep, their relationship will be one of a kind, that's for sure. I'm glad you like it!
Disclaimer: I don't own Percy Jackson and the Olympians, because if I did, Percy would have been a girl ;-)
A Drop In The Ocean
Chapter Two
I Meet My Evil Step-Mother Once Again
Percy watched the sun rise over the horizon, bathing the room in warm golden light. She closed her eyes slightly to enjoy the sunshine on her face, her heart heavy because she was soon leaving on another dangerous, probably life threatening, mission. And just as this thought crossed her mind, she heard a sound behind her. She took a moment to steel herself, before turning to face Triton. He didn't look happy to be back, and even though his face was expressionless, there was tension in his posture. He was wearing a dark blue T-shirt and jeans this time and Percy took the chance to admire his physique for a minute. Her eyes slid over his body and she mentally slapped herself when she realized that she was actually checking him out.
"Good morning." The demigoddess murmured quietly, trying to break the awkward silence fallen over them.
Triton shifted slightly, looking over her. "You are ready, I see." He observed, noticing her shield (in bracelet form) clasped firmly around her wrist and the backpack slung over her shoulder. There was a tone of surprise in his voice and Percy had to bite back a smirk. Instead she just gave him a half-shrug in answer.
"So, are we leaving?" She asked casually, taking a step closer to him. She had never traveled with a god before and wasn't really sure how it worked. Should he be touching her? Should she hold on to him?
Sensing her confusion, Triton reached out towards her and gripped her upper arm, pulling her a bit closer.
"Um, what should I?" Percy asked in confusion, looking up towards his face. The god rolled his eyes at her stupidity, but answered all the same.
"Close your eyes and hold on to me." He said, brushing the thought of pulverizing her away. His father wouldn't be happy if her destroyed his only daughter.
Percy followed his instructions and wrapped her arms around his waist, sensing him tense at her touch, and squeezed her eyes closed.
At first she felt nothing and was tempted to look around herself, but then something strange happened. She felt as if her limbs had turned liquid and there was something heavy pressing against her chest, preventing her from taking a breath. She started struggling slightly in Triton's arms but his grip on her only tightened and he held her closer to his hard body.
Suddenly it all ended and Percy stumbled as her feet hit the ground once again, leaning heavily against Triton. She gasped for breath a few times, fighting to control her breathing.
"Will you please release me?" She heard Triton ask and blushed as she realized that she was still holding him in a death grip. Quickly, Percy let go of him and swayed back, still disoriented from the godly traveling. It took her a moment to realize where she was.
They were both underwater, standing in front of the gates of Poseidon's palace. She had seen her father's home only once before, in the middle of a war, and was surprised at how beautiful everything was. There were beautifully crafted gates towering in front of her, with two armed mermen at the sides.
She let Triton lead her pass the guards and up the stony path toward the palace itself. The palace was obviously built in Greek style, white marble columns shining under the dim light from the surface. There were sea shells build in the stone, drawing unique patterns. They entered a hallway with beautiful mosaic images along the recognized some of the ancient Greek scenes she had seen in museums and mythology books. Passing merpeople and fish bowed to Triton and gave her respectful nods. Percy was suddenly reminded of her dream and she couldn't hold back the shudder that shook her body. For her surprise Triton noticed and frowned at her.
"Is there something wrong?" He asked and Percy pursed her lips slightly, wondering if she should share her dream with him.
"I'll tell you later." She promised quietly as she followed him through the grand doors, that led to the throne room. There was a crowd gathered there, her father, Poseidon, sitting upon his throne and his lieutenants and advisers surrounding him. She took a moment to inspect her dad's appearance. He looked tired, his head resting on his palm. The place where his trident usually stood was empty on his side. He looked up distractedly and his face broke into a smile when his eyes landed on her.
"Percy!" He exclaimed, standing to give her a small hug. The girl coudn't help but glance at Triton, whose face was twisted in a grimace. But she didn't have time to ponder over it as her father swept her away to introduce her. Her head soon swam with the names of the minor gods around, but she forced herself to smile and greet each of them politely. Finally, when she happily knew everyone, Poseidon shooed them away so he could talk to his family in private. This was when Percy noticed Amphitrite, standing at her son's side. Unlike Triton, Amphitrite didn't care to hide her displeasure, her beautiful features twisting in anger as she gazed at Percy in disgust as if the demigoddess was something lowly, like a worm. The girl couldn't help but glare in return, frowning at the goddess.
Poseidon's uncomfortable throat clearing attracted Percy's attention and she broke the glaring contest to look at her father. "I guess Triton told you what happened?"
The demigoddess nodded. "He told me you suspect Oceanus."
Her father sighed, leaning against a column tiredly. "I don't know any other logical choice." He admitted and Percy couldn't help but agree. Before she could say something, however, she was interrupted by Amphitrite.
"Let's not forget Zeus and Hades, my lord." The sea goddess adviced but Percy quickly shook her head.
"No, it's not Zeus or Hades, I know it."
"How can you be so sure?" Aphitrite snapped at her and Percy had to hold back her sharp retort, forcing herself to explain calmly her reasons.
"We all know that Zeus is not the nicest of people but he wouldn't break the laws he himself made." She pointed out. "And a war means death. Hades doesn't want anymore death. None of them have a real motive to steal the trident. Plus, Oceanus visited me in a dream." The demigoddess proceeded to explain her dream and by the end of her tale, everyone was frowning worriedly.
"So it is Oceanus after all." Triton concluded grimly. "He must have sent one of his minions to steal it."
"If he already had the trident we would know." Percy said with a frown, trying to think logically, even though it wasn't really her forte. For a moment she wished that Annabeth was there with them, giving advice and ideas. But sadly, they were all by themselves.
"You think he doesn't have it yet?"
The demigoddess bit her lip, running a hand through her hair. "I think that he's either still gathering forces to attack or the trident is hidden somewhere, so we wouldn't be able to find it."
Triton nodded, considering her idea. "But where is it hidden?"
Percy was a minute away from starting to hit her head against the wall in an effort to try to make her brain work faster, when a sudden idea dawned on her and she gasped. "On land!"
"What?" Poseidon asked in confusion, not understanding her sudden exclamation.
"It's hidden on land! It's the place we would normally check last, because everything is connected to the sea. What better place to hide it than somewhere far away from the sea?"
"So we should start our search on land." Triton nodded, standing up as if preparing to depart right away.
"Wait, Triton, you shouldn't leave right now." Poseidon said quickly. "I'm sure that Percy would like to look around Atlantis first. And you both will need good rest and preparations before you depart." The sea king advised but there was hidden authority in his voice. He received nods in answer. "Triton will you show Percy to her chambers? I'm sure she would like to leave her things there and go to find Tyson."
Triton didn't seem happy but motioned for Percy to follow him out of the throne room.
"This way." He murmured, guiding her through the hallways. They didn't speak more until they reached beautiful double doors, with a mermaid crafted in the wood and Percy's name in greek written above it.
"I have a room?" She asked in disbelief, reaching for the door handle.
"Father requested it made as we rebuilt the palace." He grumbled. "He was sure you would visit."
Her rooms were huge, bigger than the whole Poseidon cabin at camp, with a wall made only of glass, where you could see a valley of sea flowers and colorful fish. Beautiful pictures of fish and flowers were drawn on the light blue walls. There was a living room with sofa and TV, and a bedroom, where the king sized bed took up most of the space.
"So you like it?" Triton asked from the doorway as he watched Percy twirl around with a smile.
"Like it? I love it! This is the most wonderful room ever!" She exclaimed happily, unable to hold back her excitement. "Can I see Tyson?" She asked suddenly, realizing how much she missed her half-brother. She would have time to explore her rooms later.
Triton nodded with a sigh. "I'll take you there."
The rest of her day Percy passed thankfully free from Triton's presence and in Tyson's company. She wasn't sure how much more of Triton's annoyance she could stand before exploding. Her cyclops brother was more than happy to give her a tour around Atlantis, starting with the forgery, where he made weapons with his brethren, even though he didn't really have to. During the war, he had led Poseidon's army against Typhon and was made a lieutenant of the forces of Olympus. So technically he didn't have to work, but he liked it too much to give it up.
Most of all, Percy liked the palace gardens where thousands different sea weeds and flowers grew, some, she was sure, were not yet known to the mortals. She promised to herself to return there after the quest was over.
When dinnertime came, both Percy and Tyson were invited to formal dinner with Poseidon and the rest of his family. The demigoddess returned to her room, cursing herself for not bringing something nice to wear. She had prepared herself for fights, not formal dinners with her dad's family.
Just as she was rampaging through her bag for the third time, a knock sounded on her door. Groaning, Percy went to answer, surprised to see a nervous looking mermaid stand there.
"My lady," The mermaid said with a bow. "Lord Poseidon ordered me to bring you this and help you dress if you need aid."
The demigoddess looked down towards the lump of clothing in the mermaid's hands, realizing that it was actually a dress. With a sigh of relief, she moved away from the doorway, motioning for the girl to enter.
Triton growled in annoyance. He, his parents and Tyson were all sitting at the table, waiting for Percy, who was already late. He had to smother the urge to walk over her room and drag her out, wether she was dressed or not. It had been bad enough that he was to spent the next days of searching with her. His nerves were already straining and her lateness certainly didn't help him calm.
His mother didn't look better than him, her arms crossed in anger and a frown on her face. Triton understood her deep hatred for the girl, even though he didn't approve of it fully. After all it wasn't Persephone's fault that she had been born and even though he didn't like her, he had no reason to hate her. She was just a highly annoying mortal.
A sound attracted everyone's attention and they all turned towards the door to see Percy standing there.
Triton could swear that his eyes popped out for a moment.
She was wearing a flowing sea-green dress that made the color of her eyes stand out. There was a line of seashells under her breasts, nicely bringing her bosom to attention. He hair was pulled back in a loose bun, revealing the arch of her neck.
She looked beautiful.
Triton shifted uncomfortably in his chair. He didn't like her at all. She was annoying and weak, but Hades, she had looks to kill. And he was a hot-blooded male after all, god or not. He couldn't help himself but react when he saw a beautiful girl.
Battling the inappropriate thoughts away, Triton forced himself to stare straight ahead as one of the servants pulled Percy's chair for her to sit, blushing when she shot him a smile.
"You're late." Amphitrite observed snidely and Percy shot her a glare, though she didn't really look bothered.
"I'm sorry." Percy said with a cold smile. "My invitation arrived a little late."
Poseidon's wife just humphed and the demigoddess smirked slightly at her small victory. She was startled as their dinner was served, unused to the attention. It was strange, having servants all around you, to follow your every whim. She wasn't sure if she could get used to that kind of life. Not that she would have the chance, mind you. Amphitrite and Triton would never let her visit that long.
The dinner passed in tense silence, for none of the attending felt very talkative. The dread of the upcoming quest loomed over Percy's head and however much she tried to tear her mind away from it, the thought always lingered in the back of her mind. Finally, her father dared to speak up, breaking the awkward silence.
"You are to leave tomorrow morning, I assume." He said, glancing between Triton and Percy, who both nodded. "Have you decided where to go first?"
"No." Triton said smoothly. "We will figure it out once we are on our way."
The King of the Sea nodded solemnly, seeming deep it thought. "Triton, I think it would be best not to use your powers."
Percy had to bite back a laugh when Triton's eyes widened and his features twisted in an expression of horror. He chocked on his dinner and had to take a sip of wine to calm down.
"W-what?" He spluttered and Percy felt a small laugh escape past through her firmly clasped lips. Triton was too busy staring at his father, but Amphitrite noticed and shot her an angry glare.
"It would be safer this way." Poseidon explained, not at all unnerved by his son's reaction. "Your powers will attract too much attention and monsters. On this quest you both need to be quiet and subtle. You don't want anyone to notice you."
"But how will we travel?" Triton asked, finally taking grip on his shock. Percy smirked at him from across the wide table.
"Welcome to the world of mortals, Triton." She said with a teasing glint in her eyes. "We have invented those handy things called cars so we could travel from one way to another."
Triton growled at her, but the demigoddess' smirk just widened.
"Percy is right Triton." Poseidon said, worried that his hair may attack Percy. "You'll learn to travel like a mortal." There was a moment of silence. "We will help you with any provisions and weapons we can but out there you are all alone. I cannot do much to aid you without my trident."
Triton sighed, burying his face in his hands. This was going to be the most horrible quest in his life.
Later, Percy was sitting on the floor, leaning against the glass of her huge windows, ,watching the fish swim past her. Her long tanned legs, now dressed in comfortable shorts, were firmly tucked under her body. Thousand thought were playing chase in her mind, and hearing the voices of every sea creature around didn't help much with her brewing headache.
A knock on the door shook her out of her brooding and she called out for the person to enter, feeling to lazy to stand up and open the door.
She didn't shift when Triton entered, recognizing him by his aura.
"Father told me to bring you this."
Percy looked at him, only to see him holding out a ring. It was a simply celestial bronze band, with a trident engraved on the top. She slid in on her finger, surprised by how nicely it fit.
"When you spin the ring, it turns into a trident." Triton explained, meeting her confused stare. "Father thought it would be useful against the monsters we'll meet on the search."
The demigoddess sighed as she was once again reminded of the new mission. And either she was easy to read or Triton was good at reading emotions, because he give her a look that was close to sympathetic.
"It will be fine Persephone. Get some rest tonight. You will need it."
With those words he walked out of the room, leaving a confused Percy to stare at his retreating back. Was this guy bipolar or something? One moment he was ready to kill her and in the next he was offering comfort.
Men. Percy thought to herself with a shake of her head. "I would never grow to understand them, especially the godly ones."
She chuckled quietly, realizing just how much she sounded like Artemis and her hunter, before climbing on the bed, letting the soft covers envelope her in their embrace. Quickly, she fell into Morpheus' realm, thankfully without anymore nightmares plaguing her head.
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