Nobody's POV
"Hermes", Percy and Nico said in Unison.
Hermes bowed mockingly. "god of messengers at your service".
"Bad news and messages in our case", Percy corrected.
"Not always Percy." Hermes sat on the seat beside Percy.
"You are not here to eat pizza and hang aroung with your cousin are you?"
Hermes took a slice. "Yeah well there is nothing bad in having mortal food once in a while. I am actually here to get you guys."
All living with Geek Half-Bloods for almost a year now, Jason learnt everything about their culture and stuff but he still couldn't believe the friendly attitude of gods towards the Half-Bloods and he liked it a lot.
"Lemme guess. The Lord of the skies ask for an audience with the soon to be miserable demigods?" Percy made his best Hermes impression.
"Try hard", Nico offered.
"You have no idea what is awaiting you in the throne room right now". Hermes rubbed his hands in excitement.
"I hate surprises" Jason said.
"Here is a hint, 'i will get to hang around with my cousins, maybe', " Hermes smiled.
"I guess they are firing you from your job," Percy frowned. Hermes shook his head.
"Lets go find out then". Jason stood up.
"This time, no shadow travelling, we will take the elevator.". Percy lead them out.
"But we will be late, we are already 5 minutes late." Hermes protested.
"Exactly". Percy grinned.
They were 20 minutes late. And Zeus was furious.
At the Olympus. "You guys go, i will be back in a sec." Hermes teleported away.
The trio entered the throne room. Percy scanned the room quickly.
All of the Olympians were present. Hermes flashed on his seat. Even Hestia and Hades were there. Percy noticed argonauts of Agro 2 and Reyna from Camp Jupiter standing in the middle of the room. Percy flashed them smile and waved his hand. They waved back nervously. Only Percy seemed cool standing infront of 14 very powerful Olympians staring down at them. Of course it didn't last long. Annabeth made eye contact with him. Percy ignored her and the trio bowed to Zeus.
"What took you so long?" Zeus was still furious.
"We were busy". Percy answered simply.
Nico saw the look on Zeus face and smirked.
Zeus kept silent for a full minute before speaking again. "Heroes you are summoned by the council of Olympus to make an announcement. After the titan war Heroes were granted some gifts and wishes. And in the Giant war you fought side by side with the Olympians against Gaea and her army. We have therefore summoned you, the best demigods of the time to bestow gifts upon you. The camps need you, the world needs you. We have decided to grant you immortality so you can continue your service for Olympus and the Camps."
Demigods in the throne room gasped and looked at each other to confirm what they just heard.
"we would be gods?" Leo asked.
Hephaestus smiled. "Minor, but yes powerful".
"Ready?" Zeus didn't sound like he was asking. More like he was telling them 'brace yourselves demigods, you are doing to suffer for eternal'.
"No". Everyone looked at Percy in shock and confusion. Aphrodite burst into tears.
"You are not turning down our generous gift for the second time are you?" Zeus asked. "Son you are embarrassing us doing that twice". Poseidon said.
Percy stepped forward. "Uncle its not like that, for the second time I am honoured and everything and i thank you, everyone of you to give me such respect. But I can't find the reason to be a god anymore. I mean you you need a strong reason to live a limitless life. I don't find the motivation." His shoulders hung. "Its like i don't even find the reason to live anymore."
"Your service will be very important to the Camps demogod! Zeus reasoned.
Percy waved at the other demigods. "They are better than me. They will do fine".
"Are you out of your mind?" Nico shook his arm furiously.
Annabeth tried to approach Percy but Jason stepped forward. "Not a wise move Chase". His voice was calm yet threatening.
That caused some eyebrow raising. Aphrodite again burst into tears again. "On poor Percy." She looked around. "He is Perfect."
"What is wrong?" Zeus demanded.
"Annabeth cheated on Percy. He is heartbroken. Thats why he is turning down the offer." Aphrodite said.
"She did not". Athena stood up. "That sea spawn is lying".
Poseidon stood up and trident appeared on his hand. "Careful niece."
Zeus sensed the danger. "Poseidon, brother sit down. Please".
Poseidon sat down and his gaze was fixed on Percy. His eyes full of concern and sympathy.
"We will continue that conversation later. Now gather around in the centre of room" Zeus ordered.
"And that includes you as well Percy." Poseidon spoke.
All of the demigods stood in the middle and braced themselves. The Olympians pointed their weapons at the group and muttered in Ancient greek. A globe of light engulfed the demigods as their eyes were blinded. Excruciating pain shot up in their body as their blood turned into goden ichor. They tried to keep themself from screaming and some failed. When Percy thought that the pain was too much to bear, the light suddenly died and the pain subsided. Percy could felt fresh and well... godly."
The Olympians sat on their thrones satisfied. Apollo narrated.
All Hail
Annabeth Chase, goddess of architect, battle strategy and wisdom.
Leo Valdez, god of fire, machines and inventions.
Reyna Avilla Ramirez Arellano, goddess of strength and battle.
Piper Mclean goddess of charm and beauty
Frank Zhang, god of shapeshifters, and war
Hazel Levesque, goddess of riches and underground
Nico Di Angelo, god of shadows, nightmares and death.
Jason Grace, god of wind, eagles and storm
Percy Perseus Jackson, god of Half-Bloods, courage, water,youth, hope, storm, heroes, earthquakes and battle tactics.
"Awesome" Leo grinned.
"Now we will discuss Percy's fate. Anyone who want to leave can go".
None of them moved.
Hazel's POV
I had mix emotions at that time. I mean sure I was happy to be a goddess, I can live with Frank forever but on the other side i was sad for Percy. He was such a sweetheart that it broke my heart to see him sad. He was like an older brother to me just like Nico. HE didn't deserve this. But i was hoping at the same moment that the gods will decide his fate wisely.
Artemis brought me back to present. "Father i have a preposition".
"I am listening". Zeus showed his interest.
"Percy can live with us for a certain period of time, I know he is heartbroken and devastated and we will help him get his mind off from such things. He can be the exceptional companion of the hunt until he want to."
"I agree". Percy answered calmly.
"Think about in boy. You really want to do it? I don't want my daughter to lose her hunters." Zeus asked.
Percy knits his eyebrows in confusion. Everyone snickered, even the gods.
It dawned on Percy and he blushed furiously. Artemis had a perfect poker face. "I will keep that in mind". She replied with a smirk.
"One last thing" Zeus announced. "I hate to do this but the council voted for this so I am bound to announce it." Demigods stared at him. They were desperate to hear this one. Zeus continued. "Percy Jackson. For your exceptional heroic behavior and good character and bla bla bla the council have approved for a seat for you in the Throne room". A seat smaller from the other made od seaweed appeared besides Poseidon's throne.
Everyone gasped. "Percy is an olympian now?" Hazel asked in awe. "Sort of, but hey! He deserved it right?" said Apollo
The demigods nodded their head.
"Now off with you. Zeus waved his hand. "Apollo, introduce the new gods to the camps.
"With pleasure". Apollo bowed and stood up to leave.
When they reached the door Apollo turned to the Half-Bloods and said. "Now now my apprentice I am going to teach you, how to teleport yourself to your respective camps like a boss."
Hazel thought about future possibilities and couldn't help but grin. Frank took her hand and smiled at her. For once it didn't look very bad to be a half-Blood.
