Hey peeps! First, very important question. Which is better? Toaster Strudels or Poptarts? Anyways, back on topic. This chapter is really big and will effect the rest of the story, so please pay attenton,or you'll find yourself lost.

Disclaimer: (enter sarcastic comment about how I do NOT own PJO)

Chapter Five

My Prophecy Isn't so Enlightening

I sat on my bed later that night, fiddling with the strings on my violin. Oh, I didn't tell you I play violin? Well, I do, so now you know. While tuning my instrument, Pollux walked in, his whole self looking a mess, especially his face, which was covered in dark red lipstick. Without even blinking, I asked, "Crazy Molly after you again?"

"Yep. Unfortunately." I laughed lightly at his misfortune, picking up my face scrub and taking his hand. I led him into the bathroom and sat him on the edge of the bathtub. I was starting to get used to the fact that my brother was a chick magnet. A lot of girls liked him, but the only one who had the courage to make a move was Mental Mollyy. Mixing the soap into a lather, I began to talk. "You've gotta stay away from that girl."

"I know. She's mental or somethin'. Since when do you play the violin?"

Scrubbing his face, I answered. "Man! How many people have I not told?! I've been playin sine I was seven."

"That's cool. I play a little electric harp myself." At this, I cracked up laughing.

"Electric harp? There's such a thing?"

"Yeah." Pollux began to laugh himself. "It's pretty awesome actually." Tossing him a towel to dry his face, I walked back to my bed. He followed suit. Grabbing my violin, I placed my chin on the rest. I allowed my bow to play a quick tune I had learned not too long back, the note dancing on the strings. When I fini

shed, Pollux applauded me.

" Just don't teach Molly how to play. She'll be serenading me all night long."

"You've got that right."

"My life sucks eggs," he said, accepting the truth.

"Hey don't feel bad," I grinned. "At least now your face smells all girly and sweet." He nudged my side, sitting beside me. A knock on the door interrupted our sibling bondage moment. I answered the door, recognized who it was, then slammed the door in his face.

"C'mon, you baby! Let me in!"

"No!" I shouted through the door at Onyx-Eyes.

"This is important! Of course, you're probably too bubble-headed to get it anyways."

That did it. I tore open the door, knocking the boy down. I pinned him easily and pulled my arm back for a punch when I felt another hand holding me back.

"Coop, just chill," Pollux commanded in his quiet, calm voice.

"I'm sick of him! He's so rude! He's vain, and cold-hearted, and just plain..............." I stopped myself. Looking deep into his eyes, I could see a normal boy with feelings and a life. A boy who actually cared about other people. Then, a look of pure evil. I could make out the firey figure of his dad. I dropped his arm frantically, burying my face in my brother's side.

"What is up with you today?" Pollux questioned. I didn't reply. I just wanted to get away from him. Of course, Pollux let him in. I was forced to look at the boy again.

"So what's up, Nico?" Pollux asked calmly.

"Chiron thinks Danielle needs to visit the Oracle."

"You mean that creepy lady?" I squeaked. "No way!"

"She's not a mummy anymore," Nico tried to reason. "Her name is Rachel, and she's only about four years older than us."

I looked at Pollux, pleading with my eyes hat he wouldn't make me go. He gave me a look that told me to do it. I reluctantly agreed to see the Oracle.

When I first met the Oracle, she wasn't at all what I was expecting. She was............nice. "I'm Rachel, the Oracle. You must be Danielle." I nodded. Suddenly, her eyes glowed completely green, her mouth opening to speak.

A child of darkness and one of vines

Shall work together, combining minds.

Three others shall come, but that is all

Two to change and one to fall

The fields consume the ones off-guard

Leaving a hero permenantly charred

From the master of trickery, you'll receive a call

And, if not careful, the kingdom will fall.

Rachel's eyes returned to their normal shade, and she fainted. I stood surprised.

Back in the cabin,I recited the prophecy to the boys, every line making Nico go a new shade of pale. When I reached the end, Pollux spoke up.

"The child of vines is obviously you, so the child of darkness is most likely Nico." We shared an uncomfortable glance. I wasn't ready to spend more time with him.

"You're allowed three more people, so I'd choose wisely," Nico noted. I made a list of the people I should bring with me, crossing off names and going back over it.

"Two to change and one to fall. Someone will die." I muttered.

"But what do they mean by fields?" Pollux asked.

"I'm not so sure yet," Nico admitted. "There are a lot of fields in this world."

"Wait." I started forming an idea. "Maybe the fields means the Fields of Asphodel or something. Even the Fields of Punishment." Nico nodded.

"Let's get Chiron," Nico said. Thoughts racing, I headed for the campfire, where everyone else was (partially) enjoying the sound of music.

Finding Chiron, I whispered to him about the prophecy. He cleared his throat, and everyone fell silent. "Everyone, Danielle has received a prophecy." Everyone looked at me wide-eyed. I shakily began the prophecy, the knot in my stomach growing larger by each word. By the time I finished, I wanted to hurl.

"So who's goin' with ya?" a demigod asked. I scanned the crowd, looking at Nico first. He'd have to go. My eyes then met Annabeth's. She nodded and walked up to me. My gaze fell on Percy, and he joined us as well. Lastly, I found Alvin in the crowd. He looked startled, but joined us nonetheless. I would've chosen Pollux, but I couldn't another one of dad's sons die. He'd probably crack if Pollux did. There was always that chance that Alvin would be the one to die, but I forced that to the back of my thoughts.

"We meet at six A.M., sharp," I instructed. Then, the body was dismissed to their cabins for lights out.

I needed some sleep.

Ok, so I know this chapter could've been split into two, but they would've been really short, so I kept it like this. Review, please?