Madison's POV

We came out of the ocean and were standing in front of Chiron, Grover the satyr, and a daughter of Athena who kept trying to read me. I could see it in her eyes and the quizzical look on her face.

"Percy, I think they are here about your… Ah… Quest that you have to go on, am I correct Chiron?"

"That's correct." Chiron Replied.

"What quest?" Of course the clueless Percy asks.

"Shut it Seaweed Brain, Chiron will explain in the big house where others won't be so eager to listen. Can't you see the others in the camp trying to listen in?"

"Oh… Ah… No."

"Of course not. Now let's head to the Big House."

We made our way through camp and everyone was staring at me, but it was mostly the Athena cabin giving me quizzical looks while trying to figure out what I am. Good Luck. I thought.

We made our way to the Big House. I saw Dionysus on the porch and he took one look at me before popping out. Percy and I busted out laughing then high-fived each other. Everyone was looking at us, but we didn't seem to care. We kept walking even past Chiron, Annabeth, and Grover after they stopped in their tracks to look at us like everyone else. We both looked at each other, gave a chuckle, then I asked:

"Are you guys coming? We have a quest to discuss." With that, Percy and I kept walking and they soon followed after. We made it to the Big House and Chiron told Annabeth and Grover to stay outside. Chiron, Percy and I walked in. Chiron started to speak first.

"This quest is very important and it involves you, Percy."

"How Chiron? I don't understand."

I Spoke up. "Something very important was stolen. It is the greatest weapon ever forged. Zeus' master lightning bolt."

"What? How does this involve me and who stole it?" Percy questioned.

"You did Percy, or… That's what Zeus thinks. Zeus believes Poseidon had something to do with its disappearance, but didn't know how he could have stolen it. The Ancient Laws prohibit Gods from stealing other Gods' weapon of power. Then, Poseidon claimed you and that is how Zeus believed it was stolen."

"But I didn't even know who I was much less know how to steal a lightning bolt."

Chiron spoke up. "That is why you must go on this quest, to recover the bolt and return it to Zeus before the Summer Solstice deadline. You must go see the oracle and get the prophecy, then choose two to accompany you on your quest."

"I already know who to take. I promised Grover so he can work on his Searchers License and I want to take Madison."

I sighed. "I'm sorry Percy, but I cannot. I have some business to attend to while Zeus' bolt is gone. But, you already have a volunteer to go with you and Grover."

Percy looked disappointed, and then he said, "I was hoping to get to be with you a little longer before you had to leave."

I blushed. "I'm sorry, I would love to come, but you know why I can't Seaweed Brain. It would give away too much."

"I understand, but will I see you again?"

I laughed. "Of course, Percy. When it counts! Now go see the oracle and get your prophecy. I must leave now, but walk with me outside to say goodbye."

We walked out the doors and we were standing by the hearth. I noticed Hestia wasn't there. Weird, I thought. We hugged and say goodbye, then I back flipped into the hearth and disappeared out of sight, I then spun out of the Hearth on Olympus.

Percy's POV

I got the Prophecy and Annabeth would be going on the quest instead of Madison. I sighed. I missed Madison. I still need to get a nickname for her. We were all packed and ready to go on the quest when I realized I didn't have a sword. Just Great.

That's when Chiron came trotting up before we left with Argus.

"Percy, my boy, you need a weapon and I have a special delivery for your father and Madison.

Madison. When I heard her name I perked up, nut I don't know why.

Chiron handed me a ballpoint pen. Wow, what a gift. I thought.

Chiron obviously saw the disappointment on my face then told me:

"That is not just a pen, it is a powerful weapon. Click it."

I clicked it and it turned into a bronze sword just the right size for me. I smiled a little. It weighted better than any sword that Luke tried to set me up with.

I thanked Chiron and silently thank my father and Madison. I hope I see her again soon. I didn't know how right I was. With that, we got into the van with Argus and headed off to start our quest.

Annabeth was pestering me with questions about Madison, but I just ignored her. Finally, I had enough of her constant hammering and I told her to shut up. Then I apologized and told her I swore on the Styx that I wouldn't tell. That shut her up.

This was going to be a long quest.

Madison's POV

I was walking the halls of Olympus thinking about Percy. I missed him already. What is wrong with me? I started to pass one of Olympus's extra rooms when I heard whispering coming from it. It sounded like Aphrodite and Ares. I wasn't one to eavesdrop, but I heard my name and Percy's name and I knew I had to listen. I peeked through the crack in the door and Aphrodite was sitting on the bed with Ares standing in front of her.

Ares spoke first. "I know that you know I had the lightning bolt and gave it to Jackson, so I need a way to keep his mouth shut about me having it after I got it from that child of Hermes. Once he finds out, Zeus is going to have my head."

"I think I have a solution to your problem and it could me his love life even more tragic. Oh, I just love this idea!" Aphrodite squealed.

"Well… What is it? I don't have all day!" Ares demanded.

"What you need to do is get a hold of Madison, the Phoenix. Her and Percy are really close and they both soooo L-O-V-E each other! Once you have her you can use her against him because his fatal flaw is loyalty."

Ares had a grin on his face. "I like the idea."

My eyes widened. I had to get out of there and fast. I backed away from the door and ran into one of the vases standing in the hall. It made a huge clink noise.

"What was that?" Ares asked. Apparently they didn't notice my presence when they were talking. I'm good at hiding and now I better hide fast!

I began to run. If I could just make it to the hearth, I could use it to get out of here. I thought.

I looked back to make sure I wasn't being followed, BIG mistake. I ran into something hard. It was Phobos, God of Horror, son of Aphrodite and Ares. He is a minor god and the minor gods don't know exactly who I am so I couldn't use my powers to get out of here! Di immortales! I'm caught! I thought.

I could feel him searching my mind trying to find what I fear the most, but thanks to Hera's gift, I am protected from people trying to enter my mind and read my thoughts, but only if I don't let my guard down. I held my ground, but that is when Aphrodite and Ares came up. I turned to look back and that was ANOTHER BIG mistake. Phobos stuck me with something into my forearm and before I knew it my sight became spotted with black dots and I fell into unconsciousness.

Percy's POV

We were in the underworld and I couldn't wait to save my mom! I was so happy that she was alive. We enter and saw Hades sitting on his thrown. He turned to us and got straight to the point.

"Give me back my Helm of Darkness."

"What are you talking about? We just came for the bolt. We don't have your Helm."

"You lie. You already possess the bolt and you also stole my Helm."

"No I did not."

"Then open your bag."

I took off the bag that Ares gave us earlier before. I opened my pack and inside was the Master Lightning Bolt, humming with energy.

Annabeth spoke. "Percy… But… How…"

"I… I don't know. I don't understand."

"We were set up." Annabeth bellowed.

I gave them each a pearl. I knew I couldn't save my mom, the prophecy said so."

"I can't give Hades the bolt step on your pearl. Ready… NOW!"

We were transported to the coast of Los Angeles out at sea, but I could see the shore. I had to get to shore. I had to get Zeus's bolt back to Olympus. Most importantly, I had to have a serious conversation with the god who had tricked me.

Madison's POV

I had no idea where I was. What happened before was coming back to me. I was fuming! Aphrodite and Ares will pay for this! I then realized that my hands were tied behind my back with Celestial Bronze rope. I struggled, but it was no use. How do I get myself into these situations? I realized I was in a dark room that I didn't recognize. That was when someone walked in. It was Phobos and Deimos.

"PHOBOS, you will pay for this! Untie me this instant!" I screamed/ demanded.

"Ha-ha and why would I do that beautiful? You get to stay with me as my brother and I were put in charge of watching you until you were needed by our father. But it's okay, I get to spend my time with this beautiful young thing." He said gesturing towards me with a wink. I kicked him in the thigh with my free legs and he bellowed in pain. Deimos was chuckling in the corner. Phobos face was red with Anger and that is when he slapped me across the face.

"You better think twice before insulting a god, and even better, the god of horror. I will find out what you fear." He picked me up from where I was lying and pulled me close to him.

"Let me go!" I yelled.

He chuckled and tried looking into my eyes, but I refused to meet his. He tried to force me to meet his and when he did, I spit in his face. He threw me back onto the ground with force.

"You will pay for that!" He kept trying to scan my mind for my fear, but I kept blocking him out. I smirked. He got even redder with rage.

"YOU…" He was cut off by Aphrodite who walked in.

"Boys, I need a word with her. If you would be so kindly as to step outside for a minute?" She asked batting her eyelashes like she always does. They exited and Phobos was still boiling with anger. I smiled at that, but then my attention was turned to Aphrodite and I frowned again.

"What do you want air-head?" I asked coldly.

"Don't be mad with me. I'm doing this to help you."

"HOW IS THIS POSSIBLY HELPING ME?" I yelled/demanded. I was extremely pissed now.

"Come down, it is helping your love life! Once Percy realizes you're in trouble, he won't stop until you're safe again! I love tragic romances!" She squealed.

I was boiling with rage now. "I don't have a love life and I don't need any interference from you!" I screamed in her face.

"Too late now!" She smirked then popped out.

Percy's POV

Once we were on the beach, a certain god that I was furious at was waiting for us. He got off his bike and held his helmet. I took a closer look at the helmet and realized that it wasn't a helmet, it was a helm and specifically, the Helm of Darkness.

"ARES, why did you steal the bolt and helm?"

He smirked. "I actually didn't, a certain son of Hermes did and I caught him when Zeus had us looking. He told me that it would start a war of the gods and you know how I love wars!"

"What son of Hermes?"

"One that you all know very well and thought of to be your friend… Luke Castellan."

My mouth dropped and Annabeth paled. That was when a fury dove down and grabbed the helm. Ares was not happy, but it wasn't his primary concern right now apparently. The fury looked at me then flew off towards Hades, I presume.

"Well little hero, you will not mention my treachery to anyone cause if you do a certain someone close to you will pay the price." He was smiling evilly at this. I, on the other hand, was very confused.

"What do you mean Ares?"

"I mean this…" He snapped his fingers and his two sons, Phobos and Deimos, appeared. They were holding a girl, but I couldn't see her face. She looked very familiar. That is when Phobos ripped her head up and held a knife to her neck. She was looking into my eyes, sea green to crystal blue. That is when I knew it was Madison.

"PERCY…" She looked at me with pleading eyes, trying to tell me not to listen to him. But, I had to. She was in danger and I was furious!

"LET HER GO ARES?" He smile got more devious.

"And why would I do that godling?"

"You know who she is! Yet, you have the nerve to hold her hostage!"

He let out a big laugh. "Of course I know who she is, but I don't care! It got to you like I hoped and remember my warning."

He then turned towards Madison and I did as well. Phobos dug the knife further into the side of her throat and so blood trickled down her throat and she gritted her teeth in pain. I knew she couldn't use her powers on the minor gods because they were clueless as to who she is as well. She needed my help.

"Goodbye godling." He said and smirked and with that, they all disappeared. I stood there frozen with my sword still drawn. I couldn't believe what just happened! Annabeth came up and put a hand on my shoulder to comfort me.

"We'll get her back man." Grover said trying to make me feel better.

"We need to take a plane." I stated, wanting to get to Olympus and fast.

Annabeth and Grover both looked at me like I was crazy. Maybe I was.

"Are you INSANE?" Annabeth asked, typical.

"Maybe, but he won't blast me out of the sky since I have his bolt."

She didn't argue. We had just enough money for us to get to New York on a plane tonight.

Madison's POV

I screamed in pain. Phobos was hitting me nonstop after I insulted him, kicked him, and spit in his eye… twice. Blood was everywhere and my neck was still in pain from where he impaled me with the knife. He finally stopped abusing me and went and sat in the corner. He took out the knife he impaled me with and was sharpening it and glaring at me. When I looked at him, he smirked. I looked away hoping that Percy will get the bolt to Zeus in time. It is way more important than me right now. He needs to prevent the war and that has to be his top priority. But, being the Seaweed Brain he is, he might forget the bolt. Hopefully the satyr and daughter of Athena will talk some since into him.

I decided to pass my time on how to get out of here without giving myself away, and then how I should get revenge on Aphrodite and Ares! I was still thinking, when Phobos and Deimos got up and grabbed me and started dragging me towards the throne room.

Percy's POV

We made it to Olympus and were trying to get the front desk man to give us the key to the elevator. Finally we showed him the lightning bolt and he gladly gave us the key. We ran to the elevator and put in the key. Once we reached Olympus, I had to catch myself from falling. It was amazing, but I put that thought out of my head because we had to get in there before time ran out and more importantly, get Madison back.

It took longer to snap Annabeth out of it, but once we did me made a run for the throne room. Once we entered, we all gasped. There were twelve Olympians fifteen feet tall sitting on thrones just as big. Zeus looked at me, then at the bolt in my hand.

"You better give me back the bolt, lightning thief!" He demanded.

"I didn't steal it! Luke, son of Hermes did." I saw one god stiffen who must have been Hermes. "He also had a little help." I said then glanced at Ares. My blood was boiling and Ares looked at me warning me not to defy him if I value Madison's life.

"Well… then I guess we can count on there not being a war." I presume that it was Athena who said it. She looked at me then asked: "Who was the help that you mentioned?"

I should have known that she would ask that.

"I… I can't tell you."

"And why not?" She asked curiously.

Ares never said I couldn't tell them about Madison being taken. "Because… That person has Madison and is threatening with her life." I replied coldly.

All the gods' eyes widened. "Who would be so idiotic in here and kidnap what is helping us. Please, you must tell us, they cannot hurt her and whoever it is knows that."

"It's… It's…" They waited and anticipated. "Ares." I finally spat out. They all turned to Ares who was boiling with rage.

Athena yelled, "How could you be so idiotic! She is on our side and your little act could turn her against us! Bring her out now!"

Ares snapped his fingers and Phobos and Deimos can in through the doors dragging Madison and she looked really weak. She looks like they have beaten her repeatedly and knowing Ares and his kids, they probably did. I was boiling mad. Annabeth had to put a hand on my shoulder to hold me back from attacking. I kept my hand on riptide just in case.

They dropped her on the floor and she landed on her side. I saw her wince from the pain.

"RELEASE HER ARES!" I screamed at the god.

He replied with: "I think I'll keep her for a while. She may be powerful, but she is weak now. Phobos has seemed to become fond of her." He said with a chuckle and Phobos smirked. "And all of you know good and well that you have no power over me to make me release her." He said with a smirk. I wanted wipe that smirk of his face so badly. All the gods were glaring at him looking extremely pissed especially my father and Lady Hestia, but I was really focused on the lifeless looking Madison on the floor. I could see her breathing faintly so I knew she was alive.

I looked at my father. "There must be something you can do father, please?" I glanced at Madison and met her eyes. She had a pleading look in them. I wanted to go and comfort her, but I had to stand my ground.

My father looked at me then at Madison with sad eyes. "I'm sorry son; there is nothing I can do. I cannot force Ares to let her go. Her power is beyond the gods and beyond our judgment." He glanced at Ares with rage in his eyes.

I fell silent for a moment. Then, Aphrodite spoke up. "I have an idea." All eyes turned to her. She paused looked at Ares, then at Madison, then at me. A small smile grew on her face.

"What if the boy were to duel Ares for the girl?"

"NO!" Everyone turned towards the voice that spoke up. It was Madison She was barely standing. "I will not allow it. Especially, Aphrodite, since you were the one that got me into this situation and now you're trying to get me out by making Percy BATTLE Ares. It is too dangerous."

"I'm sorry Madison, but the fight is Percy's decision." Aphrodite said.

All eyes went on me, but I was still staring at Madison. Phobos tightened his grip on Madison which only angered me more.

I turned to the gods and looked at Aphrodite. They were all awaiting my decision.

"I'll do it." I decided. I looked back at Madison who looked slightly disappointed, but happy and shocked as well.

All of a sudden we were in an arena and all the gods were seated except Athena, who was talking to Annabeth and Grover. She was probably telling them who Madison was. They do have the right to know.

Zeus spoke. "Choose your weapons."

Ares pulled out a spear and a shield and I pulled out riptide. I looked over at Madison still tied next to Phobos. I had to win this fight for her!

I turned back to Ares and he had a smirk on his face. I am so sick of him smirking all the time! I'm going to wipe it clean off!

Zeus bellow, "Let the fight BEGIN!" As soon as he said that, Ares charged. I ducked and blocked his stab at my chest where my heart is. He went for the straight kill, quick to the point. So typical, I thought. I dodged and blocked while he kept trying to stab me while blocking my strikes. We fought like this for a good five minutes. He paused for a second and I took that time to glance at Madison. Phobos had her pinned to the wall trying to force her to kiss him. This angered me so much! I wanted to end this fight and quick.

Ares tried to stab again, but missed by an inch. I took this as an opportunity to maneuver behind him and push him to the ground. He got up quickly and tried to stab more fiercely. I saw an opening and took it as an opportunity to use the disarming maneuver that Luke taught me. Luke, the thought of him irked me. I disarmed his spear and he fell to the ground when I tripped him with my leg. I held my sword to his throat claiming my victory. I smirked at him. Aphrodite was beaming and my father looked proud. Hestia let out a sigh of relief. I guess she didn't wasn't her Phoenix in the hands of the war god, I wouldn't either.

Then I heard a loud thud. Everyone looked to where it came from and it was Madison. She fell to the ground unconscious. Phobos was standing over her smiling. I knew he was the one who did it.

"Madison!" I yelled. I ran to where she was just as Phobos popped out. I knelt by her side and untied the ropes. She was barely breathing. Apollo appeared at my side and said she needed medical attention. I picked her up to carry her where he needed her to go. I looked back at my dad and panic filled his eyes. He cares about her a lot and considers her as his own daughter.

I followed Apollo to an empty room and laid her down on the bed. Apollo started tending to her wounds. My father arrived and asked to talk to me. I looked back at Madison, not wanting to leave her. My father saw this and reassured me it would only take a moment. I walked out the door with him still a little freaked out. My father told me everything will be alright and that Annabeth and Grover know her secret as well and will help keep it. I went back inside and sat down in the chair next to the bed and grabbed her hand and held it tightly. Apollo just finished and told me that she will wake up in an hour or two. I decided that Ares already paid by being humiliated by me, so I decide to pay Phobos a visit.

I saw him speaking with his brother in a different room. Deimos popped out leaving Phobos alone. Perfect, I smiled. I walked in.

"You will pay for what you did to Madison."

"Awe, is Percy upset that she kissed me."

"She NEVER kissed you! You forced her and don't you EVER touch or hurt her EVER AGAIN!" That is when I felt a tug in my gut and the room filled with water. I could breath, but Phobos, on the other hand, couldn't. I smirked at him as he struggled to breath. I took this as an opportunity to punch him. I got rid of all the water and watched as he coughed violently on the floor. I grabbed him by the shirt and pinned him to the wall.

"Don't EVER go anywhere near Madison AGAIN!" I yelled in his face. I then punched him and gold ichor went everywhere. I punch him again in the face and once more in the gut. I must have punched him hard because he fell to the floor unconscious in a puddle of gold ichor.

I went back to the room to find Aphrodite standing outside.

"What do you want?" I asked coldly. I knew she had something to do with Madison being taken.

"I helped Ares to help both of you out with your love lives."

"What do you mean?"

"I know you love Madison and will do anything for her so I thought that if she was in danger, you would do anything to save her and what better way than to fight for her freedom! It is a tragic romance! I just love tragic romances!" She squealed. She squeals a lot I noticed.

I was speechless. Who knew that Aphrodite could be devious and come up with something so deep and well thought out. I was stunned. She noticed my expression and laughed before she flashed out.

I walked back into the room where Madison was resting and saw her awake talking to Lady Hestia. I didn't want to disturb, but I heard my name so I listened.

"Percy really did all that for me?" Madison asked Hestia shocked yet happy.

"Yes, child. He cares for you a lot as do you with him." I saw Madison blush and I could feel my face heat up as well.

"Also, you should know that Annabeth and Grover know your secret know so when you go back to camp, you have two more people to rely on."

"Thank you, Lady Hestia. You have always been like a mother to me."

Lady Hestia smiled and gave Madison a hug. "And you have been like a daughter to me."

Then, Lady Hestia flashed out. I took that as my cue to walk in.

"How are you feeling?" I asked her.

"Much better thanks to Apollo's healing."

I took a seat in the chair by her bed. We looked into each other's eyes for a moment before I asked:

"So you coming back to camp huh?"

"How did you know that?"

Opps, she didn't know I was eavesdropping. "Uh… my dad told me."

Nice Save, I thought hoping she would by it. Thankfully she did.

"Oh okay. Well, Ya, I'm coming back and I'm going to stay the whole summer with you." She smiled and continued, "Since Lady Hestia doesn't have a cabin I will be staying with you in the Poseidon cabin." My face heated up and she blushed a little. "You won't be alone at meals anymore and I'm just going to tell the cam that I am half-mermaid and have powers over the sea. That way they won't question me staying in that cabin. If they ask about the hair on fire thing… then tell them I have a blessing from Hestia."

"Sounds good to me." I smiled.

"Oh… And one more thing…"

"What's that?" I asked curious.

She leaned in and gave me a peek on the cheek. I blushed and so did she as she looked down.

"Wh… What was t… that for?" I stuttered.

"For saving me even though I told you not to and for what you did to Phobos."

I looked at her shocked. She saw my expression and laughed. "Lady Hestia told me."

My face went back to normal. The she did the randomest thing. She smacked me on the back of the head.

"OW… What was that for?"

"For being a Seaweed Brain and taking on Ares without enough training."

"Fair enough." I said still rubbing the back of my head.

"That wasn't even that hard. Just wait until I get my full strength back. Which reminds me…? I will be training you on your powers and teaching you all about them."

"My father told me that there is a war coming. In my dreams something spoke from the bottom of a dark pit telling me to help it rise. Is it… Kron…" I was cut off by Madison putting her hand over my mouth. She looked pale. Then her color returned and she told me:

"Names have power so don't say his name, but you are right… He is rising."

I then paled.

Annabeth then came into the room.

"Hey lovebirds, it's time to head back to camp if you are feeling well enough."

We both blushed and Madison tried to get up, but she almost fell. I caught her and decided she couldn't walk. I picked her up bridal style and carried her out of the room. She was blushing when I looked down. She looked up at me and our eyes met for a long time.

"We have a lot of training and hard work to do especially if there is a war coming." She told me and smirked.

I rolled my eyes. Great more hard work, I thought.

"How about that nickname Seaweed Brain?" She looked at me batting her eyes and when she does it, it is way cuter than when Aphrodite does it.

"Um…Uh…"

She laughed. "It's okay Seaweed Brain; you have a lot of time to come up with one." She smirked.