Chapter 2 You See the Flying boy Too, Right?
Jack walked out of the portal and found he was standing right in front of The Empire State. He looked around for the black-haired boy with the sea green eyes he found no one to match that description. To get a better view, he flew to the very top of the Empire State Building. "Wind, take me to 3.141 Farm Road, Long Island," Jack said to his old companion. The words sounded a little robotic to his ears, though. Instantly, Jack felt the wind grab him and he was immediately flying towards the soon-to-be guardian. But Jack didn't realize how close the boundary actually was. One minute he was flying and the next thing he knew, he was tossed back into a giant pine tree.
"Ow," Jack mumbled to himself, rubbing his head. At least he knew he was where he needed to be, which apparently was in the middle of nowhere. The winter spirit walked around perimeter of the boundary, trying to find a weakness but resulted empty handed.
Jack looked up at the sky. "How am I supposed to finish this mission if I can't even get through?" Jack asked MiM, who didn't reply with an answer.
"If I can't get in, I'll just have to wait for him to come out," Jack thought to himself and he settled down on one of the lower branches of the pine. He didn't remember falling asleep. He must have though, because he woke to find a pair of chestnut eyes staring directly at him.
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Although it was dark, Maddy saw the flying boy run into the boundary line perfectly. He was almost impossible to miss; his hair as white as snow and his skin as pale as a son of Hades, maybe more. Maddy watched with curious eyes as the boy (who seemed no older than eighteen) was flying – yes flying – straight towards the boundary. Oddly enough, that wasn't one of the weirdest things the girl had seen. Maddy knew someone who had nearly the exact same abilities, and it was completely normal for him. However, she was a bit surprised when he was bounced back into a pine tree. How could he fly like that, and not be allowed to inter camp? But she was even more surprised when he seemed fine except for a head bump. A normal mortal would have ended up with a broken back or something.
"Heck, a normal mortal would not be able to fly at all," Maddy reminded herself suddenly. When she noticed the boy move to a lower part of the tree and began to sleep, Maddy grabbed her dagger, stood up, and began walking toward the odd boy. She hesitated only when she reached to the boundary line. The last time she was on the other side of the boundary was when she was running from… no. She tried not to think about it.
After a long hesitation she decided to try it. After all, it's not like she was going very far and she could always run back to safety at the first sign of danger. She'd always prided herself on her ability to run very fast. And she was armed, as all demigods were. Cautiously, she put one foot outside the boarder.
When she got close enough to the boy, she noticed golden sand above his head. The sand had formed an image of what seemed to be little girl. The sandy little figure was running through the trees at full speed. Only, she didn't have a look of horror on her face, from what Maddy could tell. It looked like she was laughing. Another sandy image appeared; an older boy who was right at the girls her heals. He looked like a younger version of the white haired boy sleeping in front of her. The two seemed to be in the middle of a chasing game; tag, perhaps. Maddy reached her hand out to feel the small, glowing grains.
Suddenly, his eyes flashed open and Maddy jumped backwards.
"Who are you?" Maddy asked. Confusion pooled into the boy's eyes as he glanced behind him then back at the little girl.
"Y-you actually see me?" he asked, stunned. This caught Maddy momentarily off guard. Was he nuts? Why would he ask if she could see him? For a second, she was starting to regret leaving the camp.
"O-of course. Why would you ask me a stupid question like that?" she said, holding her dagger higher. The white haired boy noticed this as he crossed his eyes to get a better view of it.
"You carry a weapon as well?" he asked, mesmerized.
"Yeah. Now I will ask you one more time…" she raised her dagger again. "…Who are you?"
"I'm Jack Frost," the boy said. Yep. He's definitely nuts.
"Yeah, and I'm the Tooth Fairy," Maddy mocked. "If you're Jack Frost, prove it."
"Um…," Jack looked around and touched the tree he was leaning against with his index finger. Starting at his finger, frost spread up the tree. Maddy lowered her dagger.
"Ok," said Maddy, her voice skeptic. "But if you're the real Jack Frost, then what are you doing here?" Maddy asked.
"I'm on a quest. Think you could help me?" Jack asked and her eyes widened, her skeptic mask dissolving.
"Me, help Jack Frost with a quest? Of course! Umm, what is it?" the demigod asked.
"Well, I'm looking for a guy named Percy Jack…" he stopped short when he saw the change in the girl's eyes. They went from happy to angry in a matter of seconds.
"What do you want with him?" Maddy asked, her voice suddenly hard as rock. Jack looked for an easier way to explain this.
"Look, an evil is rising again but this time he is much stronger. So, we need someone who is stronger as well," he looked at her hopefully.
"I can understand that," Maddy mumbled to herself, then her dagger lowered to her side. "Ok, what can I help you with?"
"I need to get in that camp but for some reason that barrier won't let me. I've tried everything," Jack said.
"And let me guess, flying at it at top speed didn't help either did it?" Maddy giggled. "You probably can't get in because you bring snow and ice. And the barrier is made to keep mortals and bad weather out. I have to allow you in."
"How does that work?"
"I have to say it." Maddy said, a hint of reluctance in her words. She hated her full name and she hated using it in front of other people. It embarrassed her. But Maddy could tell Jack was in a hurry, so she and Jack walked to the boundary.
"I, Maddy Sanders, allow Jack Frost to enter camp as he pleases," Maddy looked at Jack, a little red-faced.
"Cool name," Jack said and they walked through.
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Jack was surprised at what he saw. He expected to see nothing but a big open strawberry field. But that wasn't it at all. Instead, it looked like some sort of odd camp. There was a blue four story house, a volleyball court, a stable, what looked like an armory, a gladiator styled arena, and mess hall that seemed to have only columns with no roof. By the lake, there was a bunch of weird looking buildings that looked nothing alike. One was red and had barbed wire around it. Above the door frame was a stuffed boar head. The one across from the red building looked completely silver. With the moon shining on it, it held a sight glow. Another building caught Jack's attention. It looked like it had the most doorways and passages going into it then all the others. Jack couldn't even tell what color it was painted or if it even was painted. The one beside it had a bunch four-leaf clovers growing out of the walls and horseshoes hammered to it. The camp did have a strawberry field, but not as big as Jack had thought it'd be. Everybody seemed to be gathered around a bonfire but instead of orange, the flames seemed to be violet.
Maddy noticed the amazement in Jack's eyes and laughed. "Pretty cool isn't it?" she said.
"Yeah," he agreed.
"Come on. Percy is usually at the beach with Annabeth during the sing-along. I can take you to him if you'd like," she offered but Jack shook his head.
"I think I can figure out where the beach is. Thank you Maddy," he said.
"Jack, what are you going to do with Percy when you find him?" the demigod asked.
"Well, the others were going to shove him in a sack and toss him in a magic portal, but I figured that wouldn't be the best idea because he'd probably be able to rip the sack," Jack said, with that carefree smile he always wore.
Maddy laughed. "You got that right," She said and headed towards the camp fire. "Bye Jack," She called back and Jack waved. Once she was gone, Jack looked around. He couldn't see a beach, due to the inky darkness, so he flew up to get a better view.
"Wow," he said to himself. The camp looked beautiful at night. He looked around and noticed that there were two figures sitting by a beach. Jack smiled and silently flew closer to them. He didn't know if they could see him, and it looked like the two teens were having a moment, so Jack hid in the shadows and waited.
(Percy's POV)
Annabeth and I left when the others went to the bonfire. After the second giant war, Annabeth and I have been alone more than usual. Well, being abducted by goddess, thrown into the pit of the underworld, and fighting against the earth goddess and her earthborn children (huge giants that are near impossible to kill), I like to think it understandable that I wanted to be alone more often with my girlfriend.
We were sitting on the beach, my head rested in her lap while we listened to the push and pull of the ocean. Annabeth was beautiful in the moonlight. Her curly hair took on a lighter shade, making it look close to silver with only hints of her natural honey-blond. Her gray eyes looked down at me, and she smiled. "It's good to have you back Seaweed Brain," she said.
"It's good to be back Wise Girl," I said. Suddenly, I heard something in the woods and I looked up. Annabeth noticed this and did the same. Just then, a white haired boy walked out of the woods. He wore a dark blue hoodie with delicate frost designs and brown pants that were ripped at the bottom. His eyes were icy blue and his skin was so pale, he looked like he was out in the cold way too long. In his hand, he carried a staff also decorated with frost.
Instantly, we were on or feet, Riptide in my hands and Annabeth had her dagger. "Who are you?" I asked.
"Jeez what is it with this place and weapons?" The stranger asked.
"Think about what we're going to do with them if you don't answer our questions. Who are you and how did you get in this camp? Are you a demigod or did someone invite you?" Annabeth said.
The stranger held up his hands. "Look, I promise I'm not a threat to you or anyone in this camp. I merely came to ask an important favor from you, and quite frankly, I'm surprised you can see me. Yes, I was invited in here; no I am not a demigod, whatever that is. As for who I am, my name is Jack Frost.
A.N.
Thank you so much for all of the great reviews! I had no idea this story would get so popular. Especially overnight. Thank you so much for your support.
ThaliaDaphneJackson12 I don't think I'm going to pair Jack up with anyone. There will be Percabeth though. Thx 4 ur review.
Shur'tugal Daughter of Artemis I don't watch Fairly Odd Parents but thanks for your awesome review.
theHuntress101 Yes this does takes place after the 2nd giant war. I forgot to put it in the summery. I might make Annabeth be there. At least that was the original idea… Jack doesn't know about Greek mythology. All he knows is that Percy is powerful. North didn't give out ant more info then that. So Jack would have no idea where Mt. Olympus is, let alone how to get in.
RyuNoRainbow Yeah, I guess I feel bad for him too-and I'm the one writing it! :D
Ivy night whoa calm down. I can only write so fast. I bet you hate it when you're fav authors get writers block don't you? Here's the next chapter.
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