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Chapter 6: Your suffering is what I desire the most

After we all finished eating, we decided to go our seperate ways. I looked at the clock and it was 8:00 p.m. Yes, we ate for 30 minutes.

"Before you guys go," Luke began, as we turned to him, "Let me explain what will happen next. Lord Kronos' plan for all of us!"

Bianca, Nico, Bob, Willow, and Thalia shuddered as I shook with excitement. That fight had gotten me pumped up.

"So, we are heading to Mount. Othrys to meet with Atlas," Luke said, "I will offer to carry the sky for him and-"

"What?" Thalia asked, "You can't do that! The pressure will kill you! I refuse to let you carry the sky, or any of you guys to carry the sky."

"Please Thalia, let me finish," Luke pleaded as Thalia gave a stiff nod, "This will lure the attention of Annabeth..."

"But, she's not here with us right now," Thalia interrupted.

"You didn't capture her?" Luke asked me.

"I didn't know we had to capture her, but I gave her a kick to the pelvis and sent her flying to a tree," I chuckled.

Luke cursed Thorn.

"I gave Thorn that job and I told him to tell you also, but I guess he wanted to be the 'star' of this mission," Luke growled.

I had the sudden urge to take out my blade as I did.

"Don't worry about Thorn," Kronos' voice rasped, "I will deal with him later. Listen to me. Luke, you get under the sky and draw the attention that wisdom spawn and make her hold the sky with you. Then leave that own burden to her. Convince her. That will draw the attention of Artemis. I have everything planned and Atlas knows about all this. I want you all to train. We will be arriving early. Tomorrow at 6:00 a.m we shall arrive. Do not fail me."

I just realized that everyone was shaking in fear. Nico, Thalia, and Bianca did it the worst which was understandable. I sheathed my blade and nodded at them grimly.

"Let's get you all training," Luke finally said, "Even though we have the children of the big 3, we need to work on Nico and Bianca's powers. And we also have many flaws that the campers and the gods can use against us. Never underestimate your enemy. Always see the enemy as the greatest threat, no matter how weak they are right now. So, on that note, let's get training!"

"We don't have weapons Mr. Man," Nico said shyly.

"Don't worry about that!" Luke exclaimed, "Here, let me find some weapons for you."

"See you later Bianca," I said to her, but either she didn't hear me or she ignored me, because she didn't even look at me.

I felt hurt for a quick moment, but that pain subsided. Why would I feel hurt? It wasn't like we were in a relationship or anything. Ignoring Luke and Kronos' orders, I went to my room and took a nice relaxing shower. In case you were wondering, this ship had almost everything. In my personal room, I had a huge shower and bath tub that could easily fit more than 5 people. I had my own personal fridge with a snack bar and a flatscreen TV and computer. I didn't use the computer at all. I just watched TV in my spare time. Way better than camp. I sighed then plopped down on my bed and turned on the TV.

"Hey Patrick!" a yellow sponge character said to his starfish friend.

It was very weird, but since it was under the sea, that made it all the more enjoyable.

"Yes Spongebob?" Patrick asked.

"Do you want to play Hide and Seek?" Spongebob giggled.

"Hide and Seek? I don't know how to play hide and seek!" Patrick complained and then began crying hysterically.

I rolled my eyes and then laughed.

"It's easy, here let me teach you!" Spongebob said.

By this time, I was hooked.

"So you have to hide as I count to 10," Spongebob explained, "Then I find you."

"Oh ok!" Patrick exclaimed as he began counting, "1,2,3,10! Found you Spongebob! I love this game!"

"Patrick! That's not how you play!" Spongebob complained.

I giggled a non-manly giggle. I was interrupted by Nico barging into this room.

"What are you doing?" Nico asked, "Everyone's looking for yo-who's the starfish?"

I smiled, "Sit and watch this show with me. It's really funny. We won't be missed for a while."

Nico immediately sat next to me. What I like about little kids, so easily manipulative. We burst into laughter as Patrick yet again failed to grip the gist of hide and seek. After the episode finished, we were laughing so hard.

"Wanna watch another one?" I asked as Nico eagerly nodded, but we were interrupted by a bang. The door burst open as I saw a fuming Bianca.

"Hey Bianca!" I greeted, failing to catch her pissed off face.

"Where in the name of Titans were you two?" she asked, "We've been looking all over for you!"

"We were watching Spongebob!" Nico exclaimed as he failed to catch me shaking my head, fear in my eyes.

"You were watching TV?!" she asked, "I asked you to get Percy, but you join him?!"

She began charging us as we scattered.

"Run Nico! See you later!" I yelled as I raced off to one directin.

"See you! Bianca angry is someone you do not want to be in a room with!" Nico said, his voice fading out.

I quickly looked behind me and saw Bianca not following me. I sighed as I began walking up deck. I went up the stairs to find the others.

"Percy, where in Titans name were you?" Willow asked.

Thalia was fuming, Bob was looking at me nervously, and Luke put two thumbs up. I guess he is cool after all.

"GOT YOU NOW!" I heard a yell as Bianca lunged at me out of nowhere.

I fell down as we got into an awkward position. Luke whistled and made obnoxious noises, but a glare from Thalia and a smack from Willow silenced him. My face was very red at this point and it got redder every second. I thought Bianca would be dying of embarassment too, but she was on top of me, smirking at me as if the only thing that made her happy was my embarassment.

"Get off me, please," I told her as she snorted.

"Yeah, like I'd really do that," she grinned.

Well two can play it that way.

"I said get off!" I growled as I pushed her off.

I took out my sword, "You think I was fucking around?!"

I willed the swimming pool water to come to me as I aimed it at Bianca. Everyone looked at me in fear. I grinned inwardly at Bianca's expression. I released the water into the pool.

"Got you all! Got you!" I squealed, "Oh my titans the look on your faces."

Everyone was glaring daggers at me and if I had looked at them, I would have turned into a Percy puddle. In case any of you are wondering why I act differently in battle and with my friends, it's because I want my enemies dead. But, I don't want my friends dead. Those 2 mentalities can really affect how you act. Anyways, back to me laughing my ass off. I failed to look at Bianca charge me again as she pushed me into the pool. I was so shocked, I forgot I could make myself waterproof. I got up and spluttered.

"I could've died!" I exclaimed.

"Your a son of Poseidon, you nimrod!" Bianca replied.

I bit my tongue in case I said anything else stupid while the others were laughing their heads off.

"I'm going to sleep," I said then began walking to my room.

I sat down on my bed as I prepared to sleep.

"Hey," said a voice, making me jump as it sent shivers down my spine.

"Who are you," I growled, but Nico showed himself with his hands up.

"Woah, I don't want to die so young," Nico whimpered.

"Geeze Nico, you scared me!" I exclaimed.

"Yeah about that, sorry," he said, but didn't seem so sorry, "Anyways, did Bianca catch you? Why were they mad at you?"

"Yes, Bianca caught me," I sighed, "She embarassed me in front of everyone. I never knew she was this playful."

"That's her," Nico replied grinning, "She has a tough exterior, but once you crack that shell, she's soft. Like a slug...or a turtle."

"Wanna watch more Spongebob?" Nico asked.

"Nahh dude," I answered, "I'm too tired."

Nico had this sad look on his face.

"Oh heck, I guess one or two show won't hurt us," I replied as Nico bounced up and down.

And that's how today went. After watching more agonizing, but humorous Spongebob Squarepants, I shooed Nico out of my room, much to his dismay. I showered again and looked at the clock. 10:00 p.m. I guess having fun with my dear cousin does make time fly by really fast. I jumped to my bed as fluffiness greeted me. I instantly fell asleep and guess what everyone? A DREAM! When do I not have a dream?

I approached Olympus, which was wide open. The seats were all vacant. I grinned as I pictured Olympus crumbled, torn, destroyed. I took out my sword and approached my dad's throne.

"And just what do you think you are doing?" a soft voice asked.

I whirled around and saw a little girl, around 6, tending this hearth.

"Hestia," Kronos growled in me, "Destroy her Jackson. Don't be afraid, you have my blessings."

I approached her, sword in hand.

"I am destroying the gods seat of power," I replied menacingly, "And I'm here to destroy you."

"You can try," she said, her voice laced with...fear. It was true. She knew that I could severly wound her. Even if she was a goddess, I felt invulnerable and more stronger.

"It is true, they changed you Perseus," Hestia softly whispered, a single tear racing down her cheek.

"No MERCY Jackson," Kronos' voice spoke to me, "Your a cold blooded warrior. Do everything I ask and you and your friends can live under my rule without fear. I promised this on the Styx, didn't I? You have done me great service. Pull through on these next simple tasks and you don't have to worry anymore."

"I feel no regret, no remorse doing this to you Hestia," I growled, "You guys are all a corrupted bunch and I did promised I would torture each and everyone of you painfully, but since you didn't actually harm me, I will me merciful to you."

I kicked Hestia as she stumbled back. Her gentle flaming eyes showed sadness. What did I just do? I just kicked a goddess in her 6 year old form and I wasn't even deterred. I grabbed her by her hair and pulled her up. She struggled lightly, but then she gave in. My sword came dangerously near her throat. I looked into her eyes and I knew what I had to do. I raised my knife as sobs began escaping her lips. I didn't care. I sliced as ichor began spilling out of her. She whimpered then rolled over in pain. I stepped on her hand and crushed it with all my might. She let out a strangled yelp.

"Please Percy," she pleaded.

"Shut the fuck up!" I yelled at her and began hacking at her mercilessly, laughing like a maniac, as ichor flew everywhere as I heard cries. Ahh, music to my ears.

My dream shifted to a huge mountain that looked so familiar.

"So, you must be Kronos' new host!" Atlas greeted, "I am Atlas. The son of Iapetus. I heard many things about you Jackson."

His voice was strained. I realized that he was still holding onto the sky. "Don't dilly dally. I expect to see you and your company here by 6. I will see you then."

My dream shifted yet again to this hill.

It was very peaceful. I was holding hands with Bianca as children began running around us. I was shocked. No, we can't be married. This can't be our kids.

"Oh Percy," she laughed, "I'm so glad I met you."

"Ditto," I replied, smiling back.

"You know, I always wanted to tell you this, but I was just-" Bianca began, but suddenly she began screaming in pure agony.

"What's wrong Bianca?" I asked, "What's wrong?!"

"You! You little bitch!" she cursed, "You ripped me apart from my true family. I hate you!"

"What? No! I didn't!" I begged, "This is your real family. Bianca please snap out of it!"

She still screamed. She began coughing out blood as she shuddered violently. And just like that, she collapsed in my arms, sobbing hysterically.

"I'm so sorry Bianca," I whispered, "I'm so sorry.

My dream faded as I saw a large black hole and the sound of the undead, coming to greet us.

I woke up as the ship's alarm sounded. Luke ran into my room.

"Percy! Get up, it's time for action!" Luke exclaimed. I scrambled up and raced out of my room with Luke.

Outside the ship, I could see the mountain, dark and tall.

"Ya ready, Perce?" Luke asked.

"Don't call me that," I grumbled.

"Whatever," Luke said, "But you know the plan? We get to Atlas and I'm going to take his burden, and Annabeth will come-"

"I know," I cut in, and I raced to the tip of the ship. Bianca stood there, her eyes glassy and unfocused.

"Hey," I muttered.

"Hey," she whispered back. "Are you ready?"

"As ready as I'll ever be," I said light-heartedly. She didn't crack a smile or laugh. "Listen Bianca, it's going to okay. I mean, we all are nervous in the beginning, but you're going to find yourself having fun."

"Yeah, fun," she muttered, "I just can't see people in pain."

"I too was like that," I spoke to her gently, "That changed when I realized how much pain the gods have caused others."

She just nodded and walked away. I sighed. We all went up Mt. Orthys and saw Atlas holding the sky.

"You've finally come," he groaned, "Ahh my stiff neck. Are you sure your ready Luke?"

Thalia looked at him worriedly as Luke nodded sickly. Luke came next to Atlas as he positioned himself. I immediately saw the effects. Luke was straining as his face grew ashen and pale. Atlas slipped out as he began cracking his body. After 100 agonizing wince worthy cracks later, we heard a yell. We all retreated as we saw Annabeth running to Luke.

"How the heck did she get here so fast?" I asked in disgust as Nico shushed me.

"Luke, what happened?" Annabeth asked in tears.

"They left me," he said, "I was foolish to trust them. Please it's killing me."

"Why should I trust you Luke?" Annabeth sobbed.

"You shouldn't," he groaned, "I've been so bad to you Annabeth. And for that I will apologize. But please."

I grumbled in disgust. The darkness began to crumble as chunks of rocks began falling down. Annabeth rushed in just in time and helped Luke with the burden.

"Thank you Annabeth," Luke gasped as he rolled out.

"Luke, help me!" Annabeth pleaded.

I didn't feel sorry for her at all.

"Don't worry Annabeth," Luke replied, "Help is on the way and in the meantime, try not to die."

We got out of our hiding spots and rushed to Luke. Annabeth gaped at all of us then she looked at me. She whimpered as the sky began crushing her deeper and deeper into the ground.

"P-percy?" she croaked softly, "It hurts so much. I need your help. Please Percy."

I just laughed, "You think I'm that stupid? Watching you like this is the best excitement I've ever gotten in my life, you traitorous bitch."

She sobbed.

"Please Percy, please," she croaked.

"Shut up you little-" I said, but Bianca held my arm.

"That's enough Percy," she told me softly, but firmly.

I walked away to the Andromeda without turning back once. Oh, help was indeed on the way.