Chapter 2

The sun was setting behind the dining pavilion as the campers came from their cabins. I sat in the head table and looked around. Beside me was Dionysus and the new activity director, Tantalus.

As Percy and Tyson walked in, I heard someone say. "Who invited that?"

I saw Percy glare in their direction so I decided to say something and stood up. "Whoever said that stand up."

One of the Apollo kids stood up shakily. "I invited him. Is their a problem with my judgment?"

The kid opened his mouth to answer, but Tantalus interrupted him. "I have a problem with your judgment."

I looked over at him and said. "Shut up Tantalus. At least I can eat and drink food and liquid."

He scowled at me with hatred and I glared back, making him look away.

Meanwhile Dionysus was smirking and talking to the campers. I sat back down and listened to what they were saying.

"We are reinstituting the chariot races!" Tantalus said with a fake smile.

Murmuring broke out at all tables-excitement, fear, disbelief.

"Now I know," Tantalus continued, raising his voice. "that these races were discontinued some years ago due to, ah technical problems."

I spoke up. "Three deaths and twenty-six mutilations."

"Yes yes!" Tantalus said. "But I know you will all join me in welcoming the return of this camp tradition.

"Golden laurels will go to the winning charioteers each month. Teams may register in the morning. The first race will be held in three days time.

"We will release you from your regular activities to prepare your chariots and choose your horses. Oh, and I mention, the victorious team's cabin will have no chores for the month in which they win?"

An explosion of excited conservation broke out of the dining pavilion. Then the last person I expected to object did so.

"But sir!" Clarisse said. She looked nervous, but she stood up to speak for the Ares cabin. "What about border patrol? I mean, if we drop everything to ready our chariots-"

"Ah, the hero of the day," Tantalus exclaimed. "Brave Clarisse, who single-handedly bested he bronze bulls!"

Clarisse opened her mouth to say something but a furious exclaim sounded from the Poseidon table. "That's not true! Nexus defeated those bulls by himself!"

I glanced at Percy, who was on his feet, ready to attack Tantalus if he said another word. Everybody looked at me, as if they were expecting me to say something.

I shrugged. "What Percy says is irrelevant."

Tantalus laughed and Percy sat down angry and confused. I sighed and said to Percy mentally.

Nexus-Let Clarisse have the shine. I have it enough.

Percy-But-

Nexus-Don't worry about it Perce. Just stay quiet for awhile.

Percy-Okay.

I turned to Tantalus who said. "Come now," Tantalus chided. "The monster may be able to due some menial chores. Any suggestions as to where such a beast should be kenneled? I was thinking of the stables."

Suddenly everyone gasped and Tantalus scooted away. I looked over to my left at where Tyson was sitting and saw that he was glowing sea green.

I looked above his head and nodded, not even surprised. Most cyclops were sons and daughters of gods and nymphs, abandoned on the street.

I kinda smiled. "All hail Tyson, Son of Poseidon!"

Everybody stood still in shock and didn't bow. I snarled. "Bow!"

Everybody, afraid of me, bowed, except of Dionysus of course. I smiled and turned to Tyson. "Go sit next to your half brother."

He nodded, self-conscious, and shyly sat next to Percy was looked kinda grossed out. I frowned, but didn't say anything. If this was how he going to treat his brother than he needs to be taught how to look pass the physical body to see the mental one. And if he can't get that in his skull, I don't know how to help him otherwise.

So guys this is the chapter! I'm sorry for my late updates, but I have school and it's very demanding so hope you guys liked it and I'll talk to you next time. Don't forget to review and favorite!

Star J