Word Count (for drabble only): 388 words

Ninth Prompt: Unique

From his high palace on Mount Olympus, Zeus watched the demigod camps.

Their trouble with the giants was finally over, and Zeus seemed to have gained a son. Because he was Jupiter at the time, the god didn't remember having the boy, nor had he gotten a good look until recently.

Jason, his name was. All in all, he looked more like his mother than he did Zeus. The only striking similarity was his eyes, in their blue of storm and sky. Both his recent children had the most striking eyes. It would help others identify them as leaders.

And leaders they were. Jason in particular showed many leadership abilities. He served his subjects well, fulfilling his reputation as the son of a king. Though Jupiter claimed most the credit, Zeus was proud of the son he never knew about. Even if he cooperated with Poseidon's brat of a child.

Even if he chose not to stay a leader. Or chose to join who were once his enemies. He could thank Hera for that, despite it not being her entire fault.

Zeus sighed. Despite all the pride he had in Jason, he'd made choices Zeus would've never agreed with. Never even thought of, if he were honest. Where had those thoughts come from?

Not his own mother, that's for sure. Zeus may not remember all of his lovers, but she left a special space in his mind. She'd been an irresponsible woman, perhaps worse than he was. He couldn't have learned much from her.

And he didn't behave like the other Romans, if his recent observations and the nagging voice of Jupiter had taught him anything. He was far more relaxed than them, with their strict rules and cohesive units. It was no surprise he gave up his place among their troops.

But even so, Zeus couldn't say he was a true Greek. Though relaxed, his style was much more organized, far more focused, than most his children were. He had a way about him unlike any hero he'd ever fathered. And it confused Zeus to no end.

Perhaps there was more than met the eye to that boy. Zeus couldn't deny what a unique child Jason was proving to be. Perhaps they'd cross paths sometime.

A/Ns: Hello everyone, and welcome to the new month. Why not start it off with a little family (not yet) relationship?

I always wondered what Zeus must think of Jason. I know we saw them in Blood of Olympus, but that wasn't really enough for me. Plus Blood of Olympus was just a huge letdown by the time it was over. I'm not even sure I want to read another RR book. But I can always write fanfiction, so it's all good.

Anyhow, thanks for reading, please review, and like alwaysalways, I will see you on the far side!