So here's the second chapter guys and thank you for reviewing! I like Jason and Reyna as a pairing, I think that they're very different from one another so they make a cute couple. I agree with the large number of Jasper fanfictions out there which is why I wanted to try something new. Hope you guys like it~

Jason's PoV

Jason almost held his breath when the two praetors asked Reyna if she had any letters of credentials. A part of him really wanted this girl to join the fifth cohort but feared that he was probably the only one. Dakota looked nervous when Reyna glanced up at one of the praetors clearly having no idea what he meant.

"Do you have any recommendations from other demigods or former members of the legion?" Donna, the second praetor, forced a smile on her face as to encourage the new girl to speak. She was a daughter of Minerva and had been praetor for three years now. She was a good tactician and was a little nicer than Mathew, the first praetor. Son of Mars, not the sharpest tool in the shed but definitely strong and brave.

Reyna blinked at Donna and shook her head. That made Jason practically sparkle with joy and Dakota couldn't help but notice.

"What do you look so happy about? She's gonna curse her days if they put her in the fifth cohort."

"Don't be so pessimistic all the time." Gwen chuckled lightly and patted him on the back which in return brought a faint blush to Dakota's cheeks.

Jason tried his hardest not to laugh. You didn't need to be a rocket scientist to realize that Dakota had feelings for Gwen and if there was anyone who could convince him to do something it was her.

"No letters of credential, huh? Well I guess we should put you in the fifth or forth cohort."

A sudden growl was heard and everyone's attention diverted to the two hounds near Reyna. Jason hadn't noticed them before but their presence would explain why the two praetors looked so nervous. One was made out of gold and the other of silver and both had ruby eyes. Those were some pretty expensive pets and they looked ready to tear apart anyone that might be threatening Reyna.

"Praetors, please! A word if I may!" Octavian's voice could be heard from the first cohort as stepped in front so that everyone could see him. The little venomous snake definitely liked the attention.

"I've known for quite awhile that a daughter of Bellona will join us soon." What a load of crap. "I've had read the auguries and she's going to become an important figure in the legion. Surely we can't send her to the…less fortunate cohorts."

He gave one of his sweet, fake smiles and Mathew looked just about to explode. The praetor was very prideful and this was not the first time Octavian had questioned one of his decisions.

"So you're saying that the gods want Reyna to be in the first cohort even if she has no credentials? Absurd!"

"It doesn't matter that Bellona is her godly parent. Look at Jason, he's the son of Jupiter and he's in the fifth cohort." Everyone turned their attention to him and the blond gulped. He definitely didn't like being in the spotlight.

"That is true. However! Reyna seems to have more…potential than our dear Jason." Octavian stared at Donna with such an intense gaze that the girl shifted uncomfortable. There were rumors going around camp that he was blackmailing her. However, rumors were just that if no proof could be brought forward and Octavian was always careful to clean up his tracks.

"This is ridiculous! I won't put her in the first two cohorts if we don't know how skillful she is!" Mathew's voice boomed and arguments began to rise. As everyone was yelling at everyone Reyna remained completely calmed and collected like they were talking about someone else's future and not hers. Even more Jason could have sworn that he saw her yawning at one point.

"Alright, calm down everyone. The third cohort will take her." Amelia, the centurion of the third cohort stepped forward and everyone went quiet. Now Jason could guess the reason behind her decision. She was a daughter of Vulcan so she was pretty interested in Reyna's pets.

"Third cohort sounds good to me." Mathew turned towards Reyna and cleared his throat. "What say you daughter of Bellona?"

"It does not matter." Reyna's words were more like whispers but at the same time they were so clear that even if you were half deaf you could still hear them.

"Then problem solved, from this day forward you'll be a member of the third cohort. You'll be receiving your tattoo and first line after a year of service or an act of valor. Be obedient and bla, bla, bla just don't cause any trouble kid. Welcome to the legion." People literally stared in disbelief at Mathew's welcoming speech but then again they all knew he wasn't the best when it came to using big words.

"Alright you lot, everyone back to your duties! Show's over!"

"Senatus Populusque Romanus!" Everyone cheered and with that the gathering was over. Jason saw Amelia walking to Reyna and felt a ting of jealousy.

"She should have been in the fifth cohort."

"Oh yeah. Yeah you're absolutely right. Also, she should have fallen in love with you at first sight but that didn't happen either."

Bobby let out a laugh as Jason's punch missed him by inches. His face turned bright red and tried to hide it with his right hand.

"Aww don't tease him, Bobby! I think it's cute that he has a crush." Gwen began to poke his cheek which only angered Jason even more. Pointing out that he had a crush and making fun of him. They were mental! No way in hell was he gonna fall for the new girl. He knew too well how bothersome romantic relationships could get. Girls got all jealous and clingy and he definitely didn't need that kind of crap.

He crossed his arms and made sure to put a distance between himself and the other members of the fifth cohort. He might just lose his cool and smack someone. As he walked towards the stables where the horrible chore of cleaning Hannibal was awaiting him he caught from the corner of his eyes two figures walking pass him. His electric blue orbs widen when he noticed Amelia and Reyna and just stood there like an idiot, which is until he heard growls behind him.

Jason jumped in surprise and backed away as Reyna's hounds looked like they were ready to eat him whole. "Aurum, Argentium, come here." Upon hearing their master the two 'precious' pets began to wag their tail in a show of affection and executed their order.

Reyna looked at Jason with piercing eyes while Amelia was fighting back the urge to laugh at him. So much for the macho speech he had with himself a few moments ago. Now he felt like he was going to melt under her gaze.

"My hounds don't seem to like you."

"Yeah well…sorry about that?" He offered her and awkward grin before clearing his throat. "I'm Jason by the way. I'm from the fifth cohort."

"I know, I saw you when you joined the others. You were late."

"Ahahaha way to make a first impression, right?" He began to rub the back of his head feeling like an idiot. What in the world was this girl doing to him? He didn't like her. She was too serious and even if she was pretty it was more the cold beauty kind. Jason feared that if he got too close he might end up being turned into a popsicle.

"We should go Reyna. I still have the rest of the camp to show you and Jason is probably busy as well."

The brunette girl studied him one last time before offering Amelia a short nod. "Very well."

Jason watched them as they went on with their tour and continued to stand there moments after they were gone. He wanted to pull his hair and scream. No matter what, he had to stay as far away from this girl as possible. He could not afford to act like moron every time she was near. Jason didn't like her. Not one bit. Scary girl with scary hounds.

"Dad, please strike me right now." With that the hero began to drag his feet to the stables where he was sure Hannibal was impatiently waiting for him.