Sooo, here's the next part! It's about Percy's and Poseidon's first meeting. The dialogue is very different from the one from the book, but I think they have a lot things to talk about. I hope you like it.

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The song is Unforgiven by Fefe Dobson. I thought the lyrics suited the chapter well.

Lyrics

Thoughts

Daughter to Father

Part two

Unforgiven

Daddy, daddy

Why you break your promises to me?

Daddy, daddy

Don't you know you hurt me constantly

Percy Jackson had always thought that she was used to surprises. After all her whole life was filled with strange and shocking events. But as now sat at the beach of Camp Half Blood, gazing at the sea with her knees drawn up to her chest, she didn't know what to think. In the matter of two days she had lost her mother and learned that her father was the immortal god Poseidon.

The girl couldn't help chuckle darky at the irony. Her father was not lost at the sea, as her mom had said. Her father was the sea.

The demigoddess wasn't sure if the thought that he was alive comforted her. She was angrier than ever before. Her whole life she had hated him for leaving on that stupid trip, leaving her and her mom. But now, now she hated him even more. He had left because he wished so. He had the ability to come back, to check on them at least once, but he hadn't. He had probably forgotten about them and gone on with his life and godly duties.

And there is something I think you should know

I'm not the little girl you left waiting at home

All the hurt and pain you left with mom and me

Why can't I be angry?

The truth left a bitter taste in Percy's mouth and cut deeper than any knife could. He had abandoned her. He didn't even care enough to call.

She had been such a fool, for wishing every singgle birthday that he would come. Why would she want him in her life when he didn't want to be? She didn't need him.

"Who am I lying to?" Percy growled to herself in the silence of the night, burying her head in her knees. She needed him. Of course she did.

I hope you're somewhere out there listening to this song

I hope you're thinkng what you did was wrong

Well, let me make it crystal clear for you to see

It's too late for I'm sorry

She was angry at herself at the small tremor of hope that had ran through her, when she found out that her father was out there.

I hate him, I hate him, I hate him! She repeated over and over in her mind, trying to convince herself. But her emotions were so different, changing rapidly from excitement to fear, that she couldn't discern what she was feeling.

Sorry is a word you like to say

But sorry doesn't erase the things you did yesterday

And I want you to know that I didn't need you anyway

And on top of that, Poseidon needed her help. That's why he claimed her now, at least according to Chiron.

The bastard! She growled in her mind. He had done nothing for her, absolutely nothing through her whole life. He hadn't been there when she needed him and now he expected her to jump head first in a quest that may cost her life.

But Percy had agreed. Not because she owed Poseidon something, or because she had something to prove to him, but to prevent World War 3 from beginning. And to save her mom.

The thought of her mom brought her anger and sorrow back to the surface and hot tears fell down her cheeks. If her father was really so powerfull why didn't he do something? Why didn't he save his former lover?

And this rope that we walk on is swaying

And the ties that bind us, they will never fray

"Do you even care?" Percy snapped at the sea calm sea before her, but even to her own ears her voice sounded more heart broken than angry. There was no answer as expected but for a moment the sea became more violent, before settling down once again.

Percy just shook her head in dissapointment and made her way back to the cabin.

She would never forgive him for leaving.

But I want you know

You are

You are

Unforgiven!

What Percy didn't know was that at the same time, Poseidon had witnessed his daughter's outburst, sitting upon his throne in Atlantis, gazing at the Irish Message.

"I've always cared, Percy." He whispered, waving his hand through the message, breaking the connection.

Daddy, daddy

Fan of absolute suplicity

He watched her on her quest. She was stubborn and strong, a bit rebeliious just like him. He watched her go through obstacles and monsters, wishing he could do something, anything, to help. Curse Zeus and his stupid laws!

Daddy, daddy

Expert in responsibility

So he tried to act indirectly. He send his servants, the Nayads, to give her the pearls. He wanted to go himself, but he couldn't.

He wanted to meet her in person so much. To see if her eyes really held the same spark as his, if her hair was as wavy and untidy as his was. And he would meet her, he told himself. Soon, very soon. Not even Zeus would be able to stop him from speaking to his own daughter once this quest was over.

Where were you when I fell and skinned my knee

Where were you when I was scared to go to sleep

Where were you to soothe my insecurities

Why can't I be angry?

She was approaching, Poseidon knew. Even from his throne on Olympus he caught her godly scent as she climbed the stairs slowly. Glancing at Zeus, he knew his brother had noticed as well and now sat straight in his throne, gazing at the door unbinkingly. Poseidon did the same, while tryng to tame the impatient excitement that bubbled in his chest.

Her steps echoed through the hall as she entered and the Sea god allowed his eyes to take in his daughter's apperiance.

Where we you the first time someone broke my heart

Where were you when I learned to drive a car

Percy was tall and pretty, with long, slighty wavy black hair and eyes the color of the ocean. Her skin was tanned but fair, now covered with grim and scratches. Her clothes were dirty and bloody, ripped at some places. A backpack was slunged casually over her shoulder, but Poseidon would be a fool not to recognize the bolt's sheath.

Her gaze landed over Zeus first, eyes widening slightly, before she looked in his directiion. He was sure she recognizzed him, though her face gave nothing away.

Where were you when I pugged my first quitar

It's too late for I'm sorry

Percy bowed to Zeus first before kneeling at her father's feet.

"Shouldn't you be kneeling to the King, girl?" She heard Zeus ask gruffly and grinded her teeth together to force back the sarcasting retord.

"Peace, brother," Another voice answered and a strange sensation washed over Percy. She felt something stir inside her. A memory of a warm smile and gentle words. Maybe arms around her. A kiss on her forehead.

Shaking herself out of the strange experience, she tried to focus on the gods' conversation.

"She defers her father, that's only right." Poseidon said.

"So you still claim her as yours?" She heard Zeus ask with menace. "You admit that you have broken our sacred oath?"

Poseidon's hand gripped his throne tightly and Percy had a feeling that he was struggling not to roll his eyes, just like she did at the moment. Their similarities surprised and frightened her a little, but did not lessen the anger she felt towards the man.

But I want you to know

You are

"I have already claimed her as mine, brother. I will not go back on my word." Suddenly the gods' attention shifted back to her and Percy felt the hairs on the back of her neck raise at the power of their gazes.

"Perseas, look at me." She heard her father ask, gently but firmly, and allowed her eyes to travel towards his face. His expression was unreadable, but there was a strange spark in his eyes that she could not place. She kept her face neutral as he addressed her, refusing to show just how conflicted she was feeling at the moment. "Address Lord Zeus and tell him of your quest."

Relieved, Percy stood and looked at the King of the Gods. She told them everything, including the information about Ares and her dreams. As she finished, Zeus frowned.

"So you do accuse Hades after all."

"No...my Lord." She added the title in an afterthought, hating the bitter taste it left in her mouth. She had always hated authority.

But she proceeded to explain her speculations about Kronos, making both immortals shift uneasily. They had a quiet discussion in Greek, but Zeus quickly cut his brother's suggestion off and stood to leave. Before he did, he glanced at the still standing girl. She was surprised to see his stern expression soften slightly.

"You have done me great favor, Perseas Jackson and for that, I will spare your life. But if you dare to fly in my domain once more, you will taste this bolt." With a crack of thunder and bright golden light, Zeus disappeared, leaving Percy alone with her father. The atmosphere in the room changed immediately, growing heavy and tense as the girl shifted her eyes around the hall, unwilling to look at Poseidon. She was afraid of what she would see in his eyes. Would he be happy to see her? Indifferent? Angry? Cold?

You are

Unforgiven!

"Your uncle," Poseidon sighed as he shifted to the size of a regular man. "Has a flair for dramatic exits. I've always told him he would have done well as a god of theatre." He said in a desperate attempt to break the tension fallen over them.

Percy said nothing, her back still turned to him as she pretended to be deeply interested in the fire of the hearth. "Percy, I know I'm not your favorite person-"

The demigoddess could not help but chuckle bitterly. "Yeah, that's an understatement." Finally she turned around to face him, carefully building an emotionless mask on her face. She let her eyes take in his face, somewhat astonished by how many their similarities were. She looked so much like him. He even wore the same brooding look on his face that immediately tagged her as a troublemaker. But looking in his eyes was an almost frightening experience. It was like looking in a mirror.

Right now, his eyes were dark with deep emotion and for a moment Percy thought she caught a glimpse of the stormy ocean.

They just looked at each other for a long moment, neither daring to break the silence.

"I'm sorry." Poseidon offered finally, watching as her face crumbled in a grimace.

Sorry is a word you like to say

But sorry won't erase the things you did yesterday

Percy felt the walls she had build around her emotions start to crumble brick by brick. "Cause that fixes everything." Shaking her head, she started to walk towards the exit, despite a small part of her brain (that was growing bigger every second) screamed at her to wait, to hear him out. There was a sound of rushing water and a hand appeared on the girl's shoulder.

"Please, wait." Poseidon pleaded. "We don't have much time before Zeus returns and we need to talk."

And I want you to know that I didn't need you anyway

"I didn't need you always, you know." Percy whispered with trembling voice, losing the fight to keep herself neutral. Tears burned behind her eyes. "But there were moments when I just needed someone, anyone."

Poseidon felt his heart break a little. "I was trying to protect you and your mother." He admitted quietly. "If your uncle, Zeus, found out that I had broken the oath he wouldn't have hesitated to kill you and Sally. He has done it before."

"Protect me?!" Percy spun around quiickly, anger seeping in her voice. A few traitorous tears fell but she didn't make the effort to wipe them away. "Protect me how? By hurting me even more? Did you even care about mom or me? You left us with Gabe! Do you know what living with him was like? Have you even seen me before?" The demigoddess was breathing hard after her sudden outburst. It felt good to finally release the anger she had been collecting for sixteen years. She didn't regret her words even though a pang of guit ran over her as she glimpsed at her father's broken expression. But she wouldn't allow herself to feel bad for speaking what had been on her mind since she found out who her father was.

And the rope that we walk on is swaying

And the ties that bind us, they will never fray

Poseidon turned away from her for a moment, to collect himself, gazing at the flames of the heart as he spoke. "I visited you once as a baby. Your mother was sleeping when I sneaked in." He took a deep breath and glanced at his daughter who stood frozen in place. "I've never had daughters you know. I was so frightened when I found out you were a girl." He laughed sadly. "The life of a hero is hard, Percy, and when I saw how small and breakable you were I cursed myself over and over again for bestowing you that life. You do not deserve the tragedy and pain every demigod goes through." Poseidon sighed again. "But to not think that I didn't love your mother, child. When I found out she was pregnant I was scared. I offered to built her a palace on the bottom of the sea and bring you both to leave with me where I can protect you from my brothers. But your mother is a very stubborn woman. I see the same stubborness in you, though. She could not bear to depend on someone else to take care of her and declined."

Percy listened, shocked at the new information. Her anger melted away but yet the hurt remained. Even when she understood his reasons she could not forgive him so easily.

"I know you do not like me much, Percy, but I hope you understand my reasons."

The demigoddess nodded and gave a short bow, knowing that their time was up. She turned towards the exit but paused after a few steps. "I'm not sure if I can forgive you that easily," She spoke with a small smile. "But I'm willing to try."

But I want you to know

You are

Unforgiven!

A smile spread over Poseidon's face and his eyes brightened slightly. "That's all I'm asking for. And Percy," She stopped and turned to look at him. "I'm proud of you. Know that whatever you do, you are true daughter of the Sea God."

Percy was grinning slightly when she descented the steps of Zeus' palace. Her chest felt lighter than before and even thought her father was still unforgiven, she knew that with time, she could grow to love him.

Unforgiven!

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