Reading about the Queen

by 0oDemigod

Demigods, gods, and goddesses have been gathered to read about the Queen of Olympus. Join them as they uncover her secrets, and hopefully begin to understand more about the tortured goddess.

3. Chapter 3

Hello my babies! Ahh! I' ve had such a bad week. My dog had to be euthanized due to health complications. She was an old dog, and we'd had her forever. :(

Anyway, I got to say your reviews cheered me up! And don't worry, everything will come together eventually. The mystery person who frames Hera will be revealed in time, and Zeus will get his what for. But this chapter is focused mostly on Hera and Susan, (since their relationship is going to be the starting point for my story, and since Susan is going to be very important to Hera). And I've brought in some new friends to read with everyone. One of them is actually going to be in the story they are reading! :) Well, eventually. Don't get impatient.

Warning: This story has major LGBT themes, and minor sexual situations. Don't like don't read!

Disclaimer: I am not Rick Riordan. I don't own PJO or HoO. So no lawsuits.

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Everyone turned to face Katie, who stood up; a note in her hand.

Annabeth stood up, "What does it say?"

Katie looked at it and began to read.

Dear Gathered Audience,

We will be sending more guests momentarily. Please wait for them to arrive and introduce themselves before starting. Thank you.

Love,

Rhea and the Fates.

People stared at the note unbelievingly, before looking at eachother.

Thalia spoke up, "So, when are they suppose to arri-"

A sudden flash of light cut her off.

Everyone was forced to look away as three people appeared in the light.

Thalia, Percy, Artemis, and some of the Hunters gasped as they recognized one of the girls.

Zeus smirked at the man.

And the children of Nyx all exchanged wicked smiles, while the other gods eyes widened.

Zeus looked at the three newcomers, "Please introduce yourselves."

A girl with long glossy black hair, dark eyes, and alabaster skin stepped forward. "Zoe Nightshade. Former Lieutenant of Artemis."

Percy and Thalia gasped and Artemis beamed at Zoe.

She stepped back and went to sit by the Hunters, who all smiled at her happily.

Next, a buff looking man stepped up. Immediately, Artemis, Zoe, Percy, Thalia, and the rest of the Seven glared at him.

"Heracles. Son of Zeus, God of Strength."

Zeus smirked proudly at his son, while his brothers rolled their eyes.

Last, a tall woman stepped forward. She had ashy gray skin, black hair, and eyes that glowed with power. She wore a dress that twinkled with stars constantly in motion, "Nyx. Primordial of Night. Daughter of Chaos."

Immediately everyone stood and bowed their heads in respect, except Percy and Annabeth who stared fearfully at the goddess.

Percy stuttered, "But you... you tried to kill us!"

Nyx looked at the couple. "Do forgive me tourists. Tartarus has a habit of bringing out a rather harsh side of me."

They nodded but still looked uneasy.

Zeus waved his hand and two thrones appeared; Nyx sat by her children who all hugged and greeted her. Heracles sat near his half-siblings who nodded in greeting.

Hestia looked at the three additions, "We are reading a biography about Hera."

Heracles scowled, Zoe shrugged, and Nyx raised an eyebrow. This was unexpected.

Time flew by.

"Kinda like how Kronos got 'flew' back into Tartarus?" Connor raised his hands expecting applause.

"No. Just no."

First days, then weeks, and before I knew it five months had passed.

"I hate when that happens." Percy said.

Five months with Susan.

Heracles narrowed his eyes, "Who's Susan?"

"Hera's girlfriend." Hermes replied.

"She's cheating?" He growled.

"Yes, and there is nothing you can do about it!" Harley yelled; before hiding behind Jake Mason.

Honestly, I was happier than I've ever been.

Aphrodite squealed, and those who began to warm up to the queen smiled.

(Besides the birth of my children of course).

Hera's children looked a bit smug.

Everything about her was perfect.

Lacy giggled, "Oh thats so cute!"

Her siblings and mother all agreed.

Every single thing she did. Her laugh, her smile, even something as simple as running a hand through her hair put me on Cloud 9.

Aphrodite fell off her throne; crying over 'to many feels.'

Artemis rolled her eyes.

I couldn't get enough.

People giggled and laughed.

They thought this was adorable.

Although I was consistent with one thing; I managed to keep my hands off her.

"She is a Saint!"

"Leo! Shut up!"

Which is really hard to do for a god okay!?

Apollo drooled, "It is. With all those pretty ladies out there."

Artemis grabbed her bow. Lets just say Apollo won't be having kids for a while.

And truthfully, I was frustrated. I mean I wanted her, but no way did I trust myself.

Nyx blinked, "She appears to care for the mortal."

Nemesis looked at her mother, "She does."

Aphrodite, on the other hand, kept pestering me about how long I was planning on keeping Susan waiting.

"Well of course I would!"

"Mother!"

"Oh sorry dear!"

Well, I don't really know. And honestly, I was doing my best to ignore the subject.

Eros shook his head, "That won't work."

However, it wasn't until one chilly autumn night when I was forced to face the subject.

"Hmm," Aphrodite rubbed her perfect hands together. "Susan must of gotten impatient."

"You don't know that!" Artemis retorted.

"Oh, but I know lots of things Artemis!"

"Don't make me kill you."

"Don't you dare change that channel!"

"Are they watching TV?"

"Sounds like it."

I smirked at the woman cuddled into my side, "Kiss me and I'll think about it."

People snickered.

Hermes cracked up, "I'm so trying that!"

Smack!

Now everyone was laughing.

"Okay, okay, sorry."

A victorious smile appeared on her face, and she snatched the remote from my hand;

A few people groaned. They missed TV.

but not before kissing my bruised cheek, "Sorry I had to get violent."

A couple gods laughed.

Athena cocked her head, "I believe she can handle a slap. She did give birth to twin war gods."

Ares and Enyo nodded.

I laughed and captured her lips in a sweet kiss,

Aphrodite gushed.

"I think I can handle a little slap."

"See?"

"No one disagreed with you Athena."

She looked at me in mock surprise. "Liar!"

"Well, I did give birth the Ares and Enyo."

Said gods grinned evily.

Susan snorted; snuggling back into my side, "Probably got that from their father."

Poseidon and Hades rolled their eyes. "Please! Zeus couldn't hurt a butterfly."

Thunder boomed.

"HEY!"

"Never question a womans' violent nature," Eris cackled.

"True DAT."

"Just kidding!" She turned back to the TV; turning the volume to a comfortable level.

"How nice of her." Octavian drawled.

"Shut up Octopus." Percy snapped.

Octavian bristled as everyone else cracked up.

Looking at the TV, I realized I recognized the actress.

Thalia tilted her head. 'Could it be?'

"The main character," I pointed at the screen. "Whats her name?"

Susan cocked her head to the side, "Stephanie Grace I think."

Thalia let out a shocked sound, Jason stared at the book, and Zeus stiffened.

Others stared at them; wondering why they were acting weird.

Suddenly I figured out why I recognized the woman,

Zeus's eyes widened.

"My husband watches this show all the time. He must like her."

"Wait," Annabeth looked at the daughter of Zeus. "Is Stephanie Grace your mom?"

"Yes..."

Susan looked uncomfortable,

"Well, she listening to Hera ask about her husbands mistress. She might be a little uncomfortable." Butch grunted.

"Does... does that bother you?"

"Oh, she thinks Hera's jealous." Percy realized.

I felt like a jerk,

"Good."

"Oh no no no."

She looked at me, "Are you sure?"

"It would be kinda hypocritical for her to be jealous," Heracles sneered.

"Thats mean," Harley said.

Heracles glared at the eight year old, but didn't do anything due to Hephaestus's burning gaze.

"Of course I am!" I wrapped my arms around her waist, and pulled her close to me; lovingly kissing her neck.

Aphrodite bounced in her throne as she read; squealing slightly with every word.

Once again, others rolled their eyes at the childish actions.

"Besides, I already got the most beautiful woman in the world."

She stopped bouncing, looking at the book with a frown.

Piper came to the rescue, "Mother calm down. Everyone knows you are the most beautiful goddess in the world."

Abruptly, she pulled me down on top of her,

Zeus glared.

and pressed her lips against mine.

Wolf-whistles echoed throughout the area.

She deepened the kiss;

The wolf-whistles turned into cat calls.

her heart beat so loud I could feel it vibrate throughout her body.

Travis waggled his eyebrows suggestively, "Oh, was that all you could feel?"

Katie smacked him.

Zeus glowered.

My will-power began to slip,

"Whoa! Get it!"

Demigods snickered at Apollo.

as I slowly lost myself in her intoxicating aroma.

"She must really like kissing her."

"Connor..."

I pulled away from her, and watched as disappointment appeared on her face,

Eros looked at the book, "She's gonna think Hera doesn't like her."

"But she does like her!"

"Susan doesn't know that."

causing me to look away in shame.

"She doesn't like upsetting Susan," Leo observed.

"No duh!"

"Why?" She demanded, "Every-time I try you pull away!"

"Okay, she definitely is gonna think Hera doesn't want her."

A few people winced, "That sucks."

"I can't Susan."

Aphrodite huffed, "Wrong thing to say."

"Thats ALWAYS your excuse! Find a new one!"

Anger seeped into my mind,

Hestia looked up, "Lets hope she doesn't lose her temper."

Heracles on the other hand was secretly hoping she does.

"Its complicated."

"It kinda is." Hazel stated; absently playing with Franks' fingers.

"How!" She cried. "How can it be complicated?"

People looked at the book; disbelief covering their faces.

"You mean Hera didn't explain to Susan why they can't..."

"I guess so."

I exploded,

"Uh oh." Hermes said, "That's bad."

"I don't have to explain anything to you!"

"I don't know about that," Jason said.

Percy nodded, "I agree superman."

"Please don't call me that."

"I think I deserve an explanation!"

"She does," Nyssa said.

I snapped, "No you don't! You stupid girl!"

Everyone flinched.

"Don't yell at her!" Aphrodite exclaimed.

Athena nodded, "She'll only make it worse."

She flinched, hurt clouded in her eyes,

Some winced.

and I immediately regretted my words.

"You should," Demeter said.

The audience voiced their approval.

Susan stared at me in shock,

Aphrodite looked down, "Hera never yells at Susan. It probably scared her."

while what happened slowly reeled into my mind.

"I think Susan wasn't the only one in shock." Annabeth supplied.

Her mother looked at her, "I believe you are correct."

I'd never yelled at Susan before.

"Until now."

Simply because I adored her too much.

Despite the situation Aphrodite and her children squealed.

However, this time it did not annoy anyone.

And now, I just made her cry.

Again, more people flinched.

Nyx closed her eyes thinking. She knew why this happened.

Hesitantly, I reached for her,

Hestia smiled, "She's going to apologize."

"She should."

but she batted my hand away and ran into the restroom;

"REJECTION" Connor screamed; causing the others to jump in their seats.

Some laughed, some glared, take your pick.

slamming the door behind her.

"She's angry." Hades said.

"Yes she is."

I stood there for a few minutes; staring where Susan once was.

"She is still in shock," Apollo realized; his medical knowledge breaking the surface.

The sound of glass breaking shocked me into action, and I ran to the bathroom door.

Everyone looked worried.

That didn't sound good.

The door was locked,

"Well unlock it then!" Gwen yelled. "Can't gods do stuff like that?"

Artemis shook her head, "She probably forgot due to shock."

"Susan! Open the door babe! Please Sue! Open the door!"

"That would be nice," Nico mumbled; becoming more interested in the story.

Pressing my ear to the door, I heard quiet sobbing.

Most looked pained.

Inwardly, I berated my self for being such an ass,

"Good." Nemesis applauded, "She acknowledges her mistake."

"Yeah," Percy said. "Since most gods won't."

"HEY!"

"Sue! Baby please just open the door!"

People bit their fingers nervously.

She cried from inside the bathroom,

Some people looked down.

"I'm sorry! I'm sorry! I didn't want to! I didn't want to!"

"Didn't want to what?" Malcolm asked.

"We'll find out."

Backing up slightly, I called out, "Sue honey, get away from the door! I'm coming in!"

"But, I thought she wanted her to open the door!?" Travis exclaimed.

"Idiot," Katie rolled her eyes. "She's going to kick it down."

I kicked my foot out spartan style,

Ares grinned, "My kinda place."

"Wasn't there a movie about Spartans?" Miranda asked.

"Yeah, it was awesome!"

and forced the door open.

"Told you."

Walking inside, I located my crying girlfriend.

"Great! Now you can apologize!"

"Not the time." Will responded, "Make sure Susan's safe first."

"Oh."

She was huddled in the tub; sobbing and mumbling unintelligibly, with two bloody wrists and a glass shard.

The audience gasped, Clarisse's eyes burned. "She tried to kill herself over an argument?!"

Athena looked at her niece, "There is always more than meets the eye demigod. It is very possible that Susan could have some type of illness that can make her sensitive to emotions."

At the same time Zeus mumbled, "I wish."

I cursed myself for not remembering her fragile mental state,

"My point is proven."

"Yes, Lady Athena."

and upsetting her to this extent.

Hecate winced, "That was rather unwise."

Gently, I picked her up out of the tub.

"Keyword: GENTLY!" Lou Ellen stated; glaring at the Stolls out of the corner of her eyes. "Unlike some people I know."

"Come on Louie," Connor said. "We didn't know they would explode."

"They were engraved with MAGIC! And don't call me Louie!"

Setting her on the counter-top I grabbed the glass shard from her shaky hands,

Apollo bit his nails, "Now she can't cut herself again."

and snapped my fingers; instantly repairing the broken mirror.

"Oh!" Piper realized. "She used a mirror shard."

"Well they were in a bathroom."

"Be quiet."

Then, I opened her medicine cabinet, and located the gauze and cleaning alcohol. I cleaned her cuts of any blood, then pressed her wrists to my lips.

A few listeners smiled. It showed her love and concern.

Carefully I kissed her wounds; silently willing them to heal, until only faint scars remained.

"Like ambrosia," Zoe stated.

Apollo winked at her, "Well you know what they say, 'A gods kiss is heaven."

"I was not talking to thou."

"Aww, babe don't be like tha-"

He was silence by an arrow, and his children realized not to expect siblings anytime soon.

Her sobs gradually turned to sniffles, and after making sure their were no more cuts; I searched for her Anti-Depressant.

"Anti-Depressant?" Percy asked.

"They use it to help with depression kelp head."

"Oh."

Looking through her medicine cabinet, I was frustrated to come up with an empty bottle.

"Uh oh." Leo sang, "Someones off their meds."

"Thats not funny Repair Boy."

Leo flipped his hair, "Please Beauty Queen! You wish you were on my level of funny."

"You mean negative three?"

"Hey!"

Then, I searched for her anxiety and ADHD meds, only to come up empty too.

Demeter leaned back, "Well now we know why she was so emotional."

"How long have you been off your meds?"

I must have sounded harsher than I meant too, since she winced. "Two... two weeks."

"Thats too long." Athena spoke, "By then the drugs would be completely filtered out of her system."

"And thats bad?"

"Very bad."

I started pacing, my worry for Susan expanded like a balloon in my chest.

Aphrodite cried, "Oh she cares!"

"And why haven't you ordered a new prescription yet?"

She mumbled something so quietly I almost missed it, "Because I can't afford it."

"She is most likely having financial trouble." Athena muttered to herself.

I stopped pacing, and stared at her. "Why not?"

I could practically feel the waves of shame seeping off of her, "Be... because I don't have a job anymore."

The demigods flinched.

Those who only stayed during the summer knew how hard it could be to hold down a job.

"What?..."

She looked down, "They revoked my internship at the Veterinarian Clinic."

Athena, Artemis, and the Hunters bristled in anger.

"How dare they do that!" Artemis exclaimed, "She's trying to help animals, and they would deny her!? I should put them in their place."

People nodded in agreement with her.

Rage clouded my vision.

"Aaand she's mad again."

They fired her? How dare they do that! She'd worked so hard to get that spot, and they fired her!?

Demeter and Athena glared at the book.

"So basically she worked her but off, yet they still fire her?"

"Yep."

"Stupid mortals."

Sue looked at me, "Don't. Don't worry about it."

Nemesis shook her head furiously, "No! Let her take revenge!"

Leo and the rest of the seven rolled their eyes.

My anger melted, and I fell to my knees in front of my girlfriend.

The gods exchanged shocked looks. Poseidon leaned forward, "She got Hera to calm down?!"

"Why?" A roman asked. "Is it hard to get her to calm down?"

"Oh, you have no idea."

"Why didn't you just tell me? I would have given you as much money as you want!

Hestia poked the hearth, "Maybe that's exactly why she didn't."

"What do you mean?"

"You'll see child."

I could of solved all your financial problems!"

She shook her head, "No, but thats just it! You'd payed for everything I have, and I would like to be able to provide for myself."

Percy smiled, "She reminds me of mom."

Poseidon sighed, "Sally was always quite independent."

"Yes she is."

"That's because I care about you babe," I responded; grabbing her hands with my own. "I want you to have the best. You deserve the best!"

Aphrodite squealed; simultaneously causing everyone to go deaf for a minute or two.

"Then I'll earn it on my own! I can take care of myself."

"Okay, she is definitely like mom."

I pointed at her wrist, "Only when you take your meds!"

Some groaned, "That's a low blow."

"Hey! Maybe they'll fight again!"

"Shut up Ares."

"PUNK!"

Hey eyes welled with tears once more, "Well maybe we wouldn't be having this problem if you would just tell me why you won't touch me!"

"She does not wish to hurt you child," Nyx said.

I looked away, "We've talked about this Susan."

"So this isn't their first fight," Piper guessed.

"Probably."

"No we have not! You just make up an excuse every time!"

"I can't-"

Aphrodite winced, "Wrong answer."

"Can't what? Can't tell me!? Why?! Am I not good enough for you!?"

More winces.

Hazel shook her head, "Those fights did not help her self-esteem."

"Your telling me."

"What? Of course you are!"

"Then what is it? Am I too fat for you?!"

Nearly all the girls shifted uncomfortably.

Most of them obsessed over weight.

"Your not fat!"

"Am I ugly or something?!"

"Okay," Percy pointed at the book. "This woman is slightly pessimistic."

"I agree sea spawn."

"No! Your beautiful!"

"Then what is it?!" She screamed. "Why do I disgust you so much?"

Hestia flinched, "I am sure you do not disgust her."

"Its probably quite the opposite really."

"You don't disgust me!"

"True!" Aphrodite giggled; throwing her hands in the air, "She's in love with you!"

Eros smirked, "I can verify that."

Zeus glared.

"Then whats wrong with me?" She sobbed, "Why don't want me."

Pothos sighed sadly.

"Nothing is wrong with you Susan!"

All the females nodded approvingly.

The boys knew from experience to stay quiet.

"Then why?" She got quiet, as if the words were hard to get out. "Do you not love me?"

Aphrodite gasped and covered her mouth with her hand, "Of course she loves you Susan!"

The demigods voiced approval; their energetic response causing the hearth to glow like a furnace.

I gasped, and took her hands in my own; looking into her sparkling eyes.

Connor grinned mischievously. "I sense she may say some blackmail material."

Lou Ellen glared at him for a second, then in a poof the son of Hermes was replaced with a chihuahua.

Everyone stared for a moment. Then laughter resonated throughout the audience.

Hermes stared at his chihuahua of a son. Hecate smiled proudly.

"Susan Holt, I love you so much it hurts. I love you more than I love myself. I love you more than anyone else! I would move mountains to be with you! I would change the stars, to spell out your name! Every second away from you is torture, and every second with you is sweeter than the finest wine! I love you."

Aphrodite promptly squealed; then fainted.

Piper rolled her eyes, while her siblings followed their mother's example.

Hestia smiled, "It's been a while since Hera has said something like that."

People 'Awwed.'

Zeus scowled.

Demeter took the book from the sleeping goddess.

Her hands covered her mouth, and her eyes were wide.

Piper smiled, "She was happy."

The happiness reflected in them warmed my heart as if I'd caught on fire.

Hephaestus snorted.

Leo let his hair catch fire.

Piper smacked him.

She threw herself into my arms, and cried. Except these were tears of joy, "I love you too!"

There were smiles all around. Except Heracles and Zeus of course.

I touched our foreheads together, and we swayed to nonexistent music.

Apollo grinned. "Music. My kinda thing."

Artemis growled, "Well you are the MUSIC deity stupid!"

"Calm down little sis."

"I AM NOT YOUR LITTLE SIS!"

She layed her head on my shoulder, and trailed her arms around my neck. I wrapped my arms around her slim waist, and buried my face in her neck.

Aphrodite jerked awake, looked around, fixed her hair and makeup, then got the book back from Demeter.

Naturally after squealing first.

I kissed the hollow point of her neck,

Travis made a suggestive sound.

Katie gagged him with vines.

Demeter smirked.

and whispered in her ear. "I love when you smile my star."

Percy looked at Annabeth, "It's always amazing when your beloved smiles."

Annabeth blushed.

Aphrodite gushed.

She sighed, "But I suppose you still will not tell me. Do you just not want to?"

"Not really," Leo snickered.

"LEO!"

"Oh gods no Susan. Believe me, I want to.

"We know."

"No duh."

But there are risks that come with the act." I looked at her, "Very serious risks."

Athena raised an eyebrow, "Oh, so now she's going to tell her!?"

Apollo looked at his half-sister, "Was that sarcasm?"

"I have no idea what your talking about."

Her head tilted curiously, "What risks?"

"You could... you could conceive a child."

"Way to break it to her!"

"Dude..."

Her eyes widened, "But, how?! We're both women!"

Lacy and Butch both shifted uncomfortably.

Clarisse rolled her eyes, "Welcome to the world of Greek Mythology mortal."

"But its not mythology..."

"Thats what it's called punk!"

I shook my head, "Immortals are different. Godly DNA, our ichor, is different. It's always striving to multiply, to reproduce.

Jason looked at the gods, "Is that why you have so many kids?"

Some blushed, but nonetheless nodded.

"That explains sooo much."

You've read the myths. My family... well they got around. Some more than others, but you get the idea.

Said immortals turned red and looked at anything but their children.

Others snickered or rolled their eyes.

And the goddesses could be just as bad. Trust me.

"Aphrodite's proof of that."

"You know you want me Artemis."

"In your dreams idiot."

"Well if you insist."

"HEY!"

Even if we contain it, the urge is always there. Especially if we like someone. And it doesn't fixate on one gender. Because of this, goddesses developed the power to carry or sire children."

Reyna blinked, "Thats why goddesses can sire children?"

Athena looked thoughtful for a moment before looking at the Praetor, "Well it's the main reason."

"Okay."

She looked up in amazement, "You mean I can have your child? Or you could have mine?"

Iris smiled, "I think this one might want children."

I flinched, she sounded so hopeful. I had almost forgot how much she adored children.

The rainbow goddess looked a little smug, "I was right."

"I... I lost the ability to carry children a long time ago.

Demeter kicked Zeus's shin.

The females glared at him.

Poseidon and Hades casually inspected their weapons.

Zeus was not happy.

Still, I can sire them though. This is why I have to be careful with you."

"Very careful."

"Yep. Don't wanna knock her up!"

"How did you ungag yourself Stoll?!"

"I got my ways..."

"I don't care," She said. "Hera I want you. I want you so much it hurts.

Aphrodite squealed... Again.

And, I would be glad to have your children!"

Apollo sighed, "If only all my lovers were like that."

A lot of the demigods flinched.

Not all of them had great mortal parents.

"Yous shouldn't be so eager for this Susan. Your only twenty-two.

Persephone winced, "She has a very bright future. Sometimes, demigods are not the best choice."

The half-bloods wanted to defend themselves, but they knew they were not always easy to deal with.

And demigods aren't normal kids. Mine especially.

Percy nodded, "Demigods are the definitely not normal."

Leo grinned, "Yeah! We're the best of both worlds!"

The greeks and romans cheered. For once acting as a whole.

My offspring are on the same level of children of my brothers,

The Big Three looked up.

Zeus grabbed his bolt, "A half-blood stronger than a child of the Big Three!?"

"It does seem unbelievable," Poseidon muttered.

"But not impossible," Hades pointed out.

Percy, Thalia, Jason, Nico, and Hazel looked thoughtful. That would be an interesting situation.

if not higher. They are born with dangerous powers.

Some looked uneasy.

That didn't sound good.

Powers I have not used since the titan war.

"Did anyone actually see her fight in the war?" Annabeth asked; leaning forward curiously.

Demeter shook her head, "The only time she actually fought, we were separated. Or at least the only time I know of."

Poseidon nodded, "Hera was mostly a strategic planner."

Its a dangerous domain, and my children are hard to control-"

The gods stiffened, some grabbed onto their armrests.

Apollo whistled, "That'd be a sight to see."

She cut me off by kiss,

The males drooled.

Percy grinned, "I love when that hap-"

He was cut off by a kiss.

and gave me an innocent look that nearly broke my resolve. "I don't care. I've made up my mind. I want you. And if I conceive so be it. The child will be proof of our love. Not a burden."

Nemesis actually smiled genuinely, "Now this one knows whats up!"

I cupped her face with my hands, "It will hurt. Are you sure you want me to be your first?"

Many girls flinched and crossed their legs.

They didn't want to think about it.

She grinned. "I'm sure."

I sighed, "Very well. I guess we can try."

Apollo and Hermes exchanged looks, before chanting. "Hera's gonna get laid! Hera's gonna get laid! Hera's gonna get laid! OW!"

They were subsequently attacked by all the goddesses.

Lets just say Hermes' children also knew not to expect siblings for a while.

She let out a happy sound, and once again strangled me in a hug. "Oh thank you, thank you, thank you!"

"Someone's happy~"

I kissed her temple, "Who am I to deny you?"

"A stupid person." She giggled.

"Hey," I playfully warned.

Aphrodite's cabin giggled.

She pulled away from me; shyly playing with her hair. "So umm, when?"

"Well I hope it's not in the restroom," Dionysus said.

Heracles groaned, "Who cares?"

A tiny hammer flew across the amphitheater, and nailed the arrogant god in the head. He cursed and grabbed his head, then looked at the culprit.

Harley held his head up high, "Stop saying mean things about grandma!"

Heracles snarled, "What do you care! She's a cruel woman! She doesn't love anyone but herself!"

"I don't care." Harley smiled, "She's grandma."

The son of Zeus stood up, but was stopped by Hephaestus.

The god of blacksmiths pushed his insolent brother back into his seat, "Don't even think about it."

Heracles grumbled and was about to stand back up, when Ares cleared his throat loudly; his eyes burned with more intensity behind his sunglasses. That's when the famous hero realized he would lose this fight.

Hephaestus went back to his throne; nodding to his brother.

The campers of Cabin Nine beamed at their father, and Percy leaned over towards Leo. "Your brother's crazier than me."

Leo just chuckled and winked at Harley.

"How about this weekend, I take you to one of my cabins up in the Sierras'?

Apollo wiggled his eyebrows, "Someone wants Susan all to herself."

"Well thats kinda the point isn't it?"

"Oh."

We'll have more privacy, and you can get away from this horrendous city." I proposed. Plus, the other gods don't know about it.

"Oh," Frank realized. "She's doesn't want the other gods to find out."

"Right again panda!"

"HEY"

She yawned, "Alright, and I will get some money to refill my meds."

"That would be appropriate," Will approved.

She yawned again, and swayed slightly. Looking at the clock I realized how late it actually was.

"Its nearly midnight." I steadied my girlfriend, "You should get some sleep."

Athena spoke up, "Mortals need more sleep. So I do believe it is a good idea."

"Thanks for the lecture Bird Brain."

"Shut your mouth Barnacle Beard."

"Make me Owl Head-"

Aphrodite continued reading.

Sue blinked a couple of times, "Alright."

I picked her up and carried her to the bedroom.

"She'll be doing plenty of that too." Connor joked.

Lou Ellen snapped her head in his direction, "How did you get back to normal!?"

"Thats a secret!"

Laying Sue down on the bed, I pulled the covers over her and within seconds she was snoring away. Remembering her earlier outburst, I was hesitant to leave her alone. Looking around, I softly called out. "Lysander."

"Great," Thalia grunted. "She is getting the bird."

"Well, she doesn't want Susan left alone."

"True."

Within minutes, little footfalls announced the arrival of my prized peacock; I smiled as he strutted into the room.

"Hello Lysander," I greeted. He squawked in response, which I automatically understood. Hello my lady.

The Hermes Cabin snickered, "Hera can speak peacock!"

"It's her sacred bird idiots."

I pointed at Susan, "Will you watch her tonight, and make sure she does not do anything to endanger herself?"

"Good idea."

The proud bird nodded, briefly brushing against my leg as he made his way to the bed. He jumped onto the mattress, and curled up into a ball by Sue's stomach. She smiled in her sleep as she unconsciously recognized the familiar presence.

"Well at least she likes the bird," Thalia sighed.

Hestia smiled, "Lysander is such a sweetheart."

"I'm sure he is Aunt Hestia."

Leaning down, I softly kissed Sue and petted Lysanders' head,

Cue the usual squeals.

Cue the usual roll of eyes.

before leaving the room and closing the door behind me. I walked to the bathroom and opened the medicine cabinet.

Eyebrows went up.

"Is she going to...?"

Snapping my fingers; all her pills were refilled. 'Just this once,' I thought.

Travis and Connor smiled, "Oh, you little rebel Hera!"

"She refilled her girlfriends' pills. How is she a rebel?" Katie asked.

"Susan told her not too. She's a rebel."

Katie sighed at the stupidness.

After making sure all the windows and doors were locked, I flashed to Olympus.

"Now no one can break in."

Landing in my room, I wasted no time changing into a more comfortable nightgown.

The more immature ones snickered.

Zeus shocked each and every one of them.

However, once I looked at my bed I realized I was in the company of my husband.

"Uh oh." Jason said; he looked at his father. "Why were you there?"

"I think I just wanted to visit."

"Alright then."

Uh oh.

Leo laughed, "You think like Hera!"

Piper once again had to smack him.

"Hera," he acknowledged me. "You've been elusive lately."

"Thats cause she's been busy smooching her girlfriend."

"Shut up Dakota."

"Sorry Reyna."

"I've been busy dear, work is much more strenuous nowadays for me.

Hades groaned and leaned back in his throne; covering his face with his hands, "Tell me about it."

Persephone patted her husbands' arm.

Besides you have your own duties do you not?"

He ignored that, and stood up. "I've had free time."

I sneered, "Watching TV?"

People snickered as Zeus blushed.

Demeter kicked her brother.

And Poseidon and Hades fell off their thrones from laughing too hard.

He grimaced, "I don't know what your talking about."

"Pfft." Poseidon snickered, "Yeah right."

"Hmm, Whatever." I yawned. "I'm going to bed. Leave."

He glared, "I'm not done talking."

"I don't think Hera cares," Jason whispered to Piper.

Piper smirked, "Since when has she ever?"

"I don't care. Leave."

"I was right."

"Now Hera," He warned. "I am your husband."

"You sure don't act like it," Demeter hissed at him.

"No..."

"And you are my wife."

Aphrodite shook her head, "Bad move."

"Why?" Clarisse asked.

"You'll see."

"NO!" I snapped; my bottled in nervousness and anger boiled over.

"She's angry!"

"Connor! Shut up already!"

"You have no right! I am not your wife! I am a body you come to when you grow bored of your latest conquest!"

Zeus looked down.

Demeter kicked his shin.

Hestia shook her head sadly at him.

While his brothers once again began cleaning their weapons.

Today was just not his day.

Zeus growled.

Cue glares at the sky god.

"What?" I spat. "What are you going to do? Beat me? Hang me from the sky again?!"

Slowly everyone turned their heads in Zeus's direction.

Jason and Thalia looked unbelievably at their father, "Did you beat her?"

Zeus grimaced, "The only time I beat her is when she forced me to hang her from the sky."

The waves suddenly crashed against the beach violently, The shadows lashed out, the plants all began growing sporadically, and the hearth significantly dimmed.

"You..." Demeter had a dangerous glint in her eyes, "You beat my baby sister."

"Only twice!" Zeus protested.

Poseidon grabbed his trident, "You hung her from the sky twice?! I thought you only did that once! Do you not remember how many years it took for her to heal!?"

Zeus looked down and did not answer.

Aphrodite continued.

He glowered, "Know your place Hera."

"It is you who does not know your place child," Nyx said coldly.

Zeus flinched.

"I do!" I screamed, "Its you who is out of order Zeus! And I will not be threatened in my own palace! Get out!"

"Yeah! Kick the bastard out!"

"You go girl!"

"Now Hera, don't be a hypocrite-"

Zeus flinched.

Demeter glared and kicked his shin once again.

"Don't you dare call me that! Not when its your fault I am like this in the first place! Now leave!"

"Yeah!"

"Hera!"

"Im so sick of this! I'm sick of being married to you!

Zeus flinched and looked down again.

I'm sick of being hated because I am your wife!

All of Zeus's illegitimate children winced.

They weren't exactly kind to her, since she wasn't their blood mother.

And I hate you for tearing my children away from me!

Demeter glowered.

Zeus's leg was soon after broken.

Now get. out!"

"Hera-"

"GET OUT!"

"Oh she is definitely angry."

"Yep."

With a departing glare, he flashed out.

Hestia stared sadly into the hearth.

I stood there for a few seconds trying to get my anger under control.

Ares sighed through his nose, "That is really hard to do."

When suddenly, I made up my mind.

"Yeah! You go girl!"

I knew I hadn't exploded like that in a long time.

Athena nodded, "Great anger management."

"Maybe you should follow her lead." Poseidon teased.

"Shut it fish face."

Zeus will want to know why. He'll look into what I've been doing lately.

Lacy squeaked, "Susan! He might find out about Susan!"

Demigods exchanged anxious glances.

This was not good.

And, even though I've done well to cover my tracks; there's a chance he could find out about Susan.

"See!"

Hell no.

Demigods and gods alike cheered.

Well, except Zeus and Heracles, but honestly that didn't surprise anyone.

Grabbing a suitcase, I enchanted it to be able to hold 110x its' size.

Chris whistled, "Big suitcase. Must have a lot of clothes."

"Well she is a goddess bro," Travis said.

"Oh..."

Storming into my closet, I grabbed the biggest laundry basket I had and began throwing my clothes into it. Then, I stuffed them into the suitcase, and flashed out of Olympus.

"Oh," Artemis looked up. "She is going to go into hiding with Susan."

"Aww," Aphrodite squealed. "Sounds romantic."

"Everything is romantic to you Aphrodite."

"Well I am the love goddess."

Appearing in the Empire State Building lobby, I stepped out of the building and onto the sidewalk. There, parked by the curb, my Camaro was (which, by the way, was a gift from my son's Ares and Hephaestus for my birthday).

Ares stared at the book, a wicked grin on his face.

Hephaestus actually smiled a little, "She kept it?"

"It seems so."

Since teleporting through the air (my husbands' domain) was not an option.

Percy flinched, "Definitely not an option."

Nico and Hazel nodded their heads in agreement.

And secretly; so did Thalia.

Throwing the suitcase into the trunk; I stalked to the drivers' seat, and stepped on it.

Apollo rolled his eyes, "At least we know where Ares gets his driving habits from."

"Hey! I am not a bad driver!"

"Says the god who is constantly in the infirmary," Apollo retorted.

"And who's bike is constantly in need of repairs," Hephaestus grunted.

Ares look a little embarrassed. A little.

Using my godly powers, I was able to drive cross country in a matter of minutes.

"Thats cool," Gwen commented.

I arrived at Susan's apartment complex, and flashed to her property.

A look of confusion passed over the demigods' faces, "But I thought she couldn't teleport."

Athena waved her hand, "Only over long distances. Father, however, can't sense short distance teleportation."

"Oh, okay. Thank you my lady."

"Your welcome."

Landing in the living room, I looked around the premises for intruders. Finding nothing I went back to the living room.

"She's kinda paranoid."

"Just a bit."

"Lysander!" I yelled.

He waltzed towards me from the bedroom; a questioning look on his face. I made an icebox appear and hanged it around his neck, "Go into the kitchen and fill this with any perishable edible items you can find."

Demeter made a sound of approval, "Good, now nothing will mold."

"Mold is nasty," Drew said, making a face.

He squawked, before turning and strolling into the kitchen. I tiredly ran a hand over my face, thinking back about what happened at my palace.

Demeter abruptly lashed out with her foot, and kicked her brothers' other leg. Hard.

It's just not his day at all.

Gods that Zeus, thinks after all the years of infidelity and punishments,

Said god winced.

he still gets to call me his wife.

Now he flinched and looked down once again.

Uh, No!

My thoughts were interrupted by Susan stumbling out of her room, rubbing the sleep out of her eyes. "Hera? Whats going on?"

Aphrodite grinned, "Oh she's gonna be happy to see you Susan."

The children of the love goddess giggled.

Others (cough'Artemis'cough) rolled their eyes.

Swiftly, I walked over to her and captured her lips with my own.

Once more, everyone was left to the mercy of the squeals.

Rest in Peace eardrums.

"I'll explain later. Just go pack up your office supplies okay? And anything else you wish to keep. Then head down to the car okay?"

"Good idea." Hecate said.

She nodded before running down the hall to her office. I on the other hand, made my way to her room, and pulled out two suitcases and a old backpack.

"She is gonna pack her girlfriends clothes?" Frank asked.

"Yep," Hazel replied; popping the p, and kissing her boyfriend.

Snapping my fingers; clothes flew out of her closet and drawers, folding and packing themselves into the suitcases.

"Why didn't she just do that at her palace," Octavian asked.

"She probably just wanted to do it herself."

"Oh."

Then, I zipped them closed and walked to the bathroom. Once I entered the room, I threw her toiletries, meds, and other things into the backpack.

"Don't want to forget those," Will said; absently picking at his bow.

"Yeah, those are rather important," His father agreed; smiling at his son.

Throwing the bag over my shoulder I picked up the suitcases, exited the apartment, and made my way downstairs.

Aphrodite stood up and stretched, "Well, thats the end of the chapter."

Zeus nodded, "Alright. We will take a ten minute break. Meet back here once it is finished."

Everyone nodded then stood up and broke off into groups.

The seven plus Thalia, Nico, and Reyna stayed near the lake.

"Can you believe this?" Thalia said, "We get to see into the mind of the Queen of Olympus! This is unbelievable."

"Tell me about it." Annabeth grumbled, "I may not be Hera's greatest fan, but I have to admit the things she's mentioned so far do seem hard to believe."

"But what about before we began reading?" Jason asked, "She grabbed her heart and nearly fell down. What do you think happened?"

Everyone thought about it, and began walking back towards the amphitheater.

Percy stopped dead in his tracks, "Why don't we just ask her?"

They all looked towards the thrones, where Hera was being helped by Hestia and Argus into her seat.

Piper shook her head, "I don't know. Whatever happened, I think the book will hopefully explain."

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Aww! Its done! Yeah!

Anyway, I just love writing Harley. I don't actually know why though...

Anyway, tell me what you thought about this chapter! What was your favorite part? And what characters would you like to talk more?

Laterz~