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Author's Note: Yikes, why does no one ever tell me any mistakes I've made when writing. For example, I've made a really embarrassing spelling mistake in the last chapter. =(

Sorry for being so late. I had a lot of exams and now I have to do summer school. Fret not though, because I'm still here. =)

Here's a present to everyone:

I thought I'll give you guys a little synopsis of what powers/abilities I've revealed on Perry and Percy. Although some are not fully explained yet, I will be sure to elaborate them in future chapters as the story rolls out.

*Means abilities that are either unique, or higher in level/strength than the average demigod. The more asterisks there are, the more powerful/unique it will be. Three asterisks are at or around a (minor) god's level, while no asterisks means at average demigod/mortal level.

There is no max number of asterisks. Asterisks can increase as the story progresses. Two skills/abilities with one asterisk apart does not automatically imply a large difference in level. Only no asterisks to one asterisk would imply a large difference.

So let's start with everyone's favorite PJO character, Percy!

Percy:

***Hydrokinesis: Can control all of the different states of water, whether it be in liquid, solid, or gas. Can also alter the state of water at will.

**Affinity with the mist.

**Immortal, but can still fall in battle. No reformation on death.

*Enhanced reflexes and top physical condition.

*Free running and thieving, agility.

*Mastery of multiple weapons, swordsmaster.

Water healing, rujuventation, speaking to marine life and breathing underwater.

Perry:

***Mythological nullification/inhibition. Metaphysical canceling is limited to right hand touch.

**Affinity with the mist.

**Immortal, but can still fall in battle. No reformation on death.

**Free running and thieving, agility.

*Enhanced reflexes and top physical condition.

*Mastery of multiple weapons, swordsmaster.

Can hold breathe longer than the average demigod (no other hydro-related powers whatsoever, other than speaking to the creations of the sea).

Enjoy this chapter!

Chapter 13:

After Thalia finally forced her way to the front of the group, she saw Clarisse and Jackson at different ends of the mat, preparing for the spar.

Percy was talking to Perry and Nico, which the latter looked pretty tired for some reason.

Clarisse was ignoring some of her siblings as they tried to give her advice. Yeah, right, like they could help her. Clarisse was and is the best empty hand fighter in camp.

Thalia saw that Annabeth and Grover were both there, so she approached them. As she got closer, Thalia noticed that they were talking to the lieutenant of the Hunters, Zoë Nightshade.

"...About this fight?" Thalia did not hear Annabeth's full question.

"We needed something to distract us from the crisis. It was either this, go over our plans for Capture the flag for the tenth time, or just sit around and worry. This was the best option. Besides, this will also be a good lesson for the newer Hunters." Zoë answered with a evil smirk.

"Why?" Thalia entered the conversation.

They all turned to her. Annabeth and Grover smiled at her, while Zoë gave her a sneer.

Zoë answered her like she was a stupid, misbehaving child, most likely still angry from their meeting in the past when she still travelled with Annabeth and Luke.

If it wasn't for her, Annabeth might've already been a full fledged senior hunter by now.

"They need to see that the prey should never attack the predator when it is content and calm." The Hunter Lieutenant's eyes burned angrily.

Clarisse La Rue was now facing off against one of the two new water spouts in camp. She challenged him to show him and everyone that the Ares cabin was the best.

But she was no fool. Clarisse could see that he was very skilled. That would make her victory even more sweeter.

While she had no personal grudge against the guy, she took any chance she could get to fight and humiliate a child of the sea god. Her father would be proud, ever since Poseidon had helped Thalia take down Ares during the Lightning bolt incident two years ago.

Before Luke proved to be a traitor.

The match had started a minute ago and neither of them had yet to attack. They just circled each other.

It was cold out so Clarisse was wearing thick clothing. Percy however was not.

He had taken off both his jacket and boots. Now he was just in a black sleeveless shirt and loose jeans. The cold did not seem to bother him at all.

Many of the girls, including the heartbreaker Selena herself, were in the crowd and were more interested in the guy, as well as his twin who was standing close by, rather than the fight. If she wasn't fighting right now, Clarisse herself would probably check him out.

Not that she would ever admit it.

"I still believe that this fight in unnecessary. We could stop now with no hard feelings." Her opponent spoke emotionlessly.

"Why? You scared?" Clarisse mocked him.

"No, we just have no reason to fight, and personally, I don't enjoy fighting women. It never ends well for me." Percy sighed.

"Guess you lose a lot then," Clarisse was clearly trying to anger him. But it did not work.

Her entire cabin was cheering her on and booing him. That did nothing to affect Jackson either.

"…" Percy did nothing in retaliation to her words. He was waiting for her to make the first move.

Clarisse decided that she waited long enough.

Lashing out, Clarisse's punch would usually be fast and strong enough to knock out a grown man. But that was only if it hit its mark of course.

Percy easily blocked the punch and sidestepped out of the way. Clarisse did not stop there though. She started a flurry of strikes and kicks that usually beat down most of her opponents.

Not Percy though.

There was no wasted energy in Percy's movements as he dodged and blocked, as smooth as water flowing from a stream. When Clarisse went in close to grapple with Percy, he expertly countered her by ducking away.

Clarisse was really starting to enjoy this fight.

"You are incredibly skilled for your age. You are strong and fast. Your technique is excellent. All of your movements have a purpose and the openings are few." Percy complimented. "I'm impressed. And I do believe that in terms of raw power, you are slightly stronger. Lord Ares truly blessed you."

Clarisse did not answer. Talking right now would waste energy. Which was weird considering that Jackson was completely fine with talking and fighting.

"You know that the best defense is to defeat your opponent before he can even attack. Good... Very good." Percy nodded approvingly.

Clarisse would have been frustrated if he was not constantly complimenting her and if this was not one of the best fights she was ever in.

"Well, while this has been informative and entertaining, but lunch is drawing near and this fight needs to end. Perry's getting hungry." And then he moved.

Clarisse had overextended her punch by a fraction of a inch. But this was enough for Percy, though.

He grabbed her arm as fast as a snake and arm barred her to the ground. From there, he twisted her arm at an awkward angle, swung his legs around so he was sitting on her back, and used his knee for leverage to lock her arm.

The pain was incredible. His calloused hands gripped her arm like a cobra. His knee was digging into a nerve in her arm. Her shoulder felt like it was being ripped out of its socket.

"I can do this all day, it would be easier for you to give up." Percy innocently suggested.

Clarisse hated the idea of giving up. She tried to think of a way to get out of this. Every idea she came up with involve losing her arm though...

It wasn't worth it.

Her other hand tapped the mat hard. Percy instantly let go and immediately distanced himself from her.

The crowd was silent. Clarisse not only lost, but she had lost from one move.

Clarisse should have been angry. That would have been the correct way to feel. But no, she was impressed.

When he took her down. She realized that this man was a warrior, a soldier, and a master in combat. Maybe even more.

A legend.

When he attacked, she sensed centuries of experience in the art of war. He was far above her in both experience and skill. And in the highest probability, his twin was the same.

As she got up, she asked, "How does fighting women end badly for you?" Clarissa was only curious at this point, her bloodlust forgotten.

"It brings too much attention." Percy looked dead serious when he said this, pointing to the crowd.

Clarisse actually laughed at that.

"Are you and Perry going to be in capture the flag?" She had to ask.

"…Maybe we will…"

Author's Note: Again, sorry for being so late. This chapter was also quite short, but I'll try my best to make it up to everyone on the next chapter.

Until then, remember to drop a review! I got to go sleep now, got a quiz tomorrow...

Peace out!