Percy Jackson-Guardian of the Hunt

New Job

Chapter 9: new job:

A/N: I'm back. Just going straight to the writing. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: the usual characters are Rick Riordan's plot mine. I don't own PJO or HoO

Last time: "I think I have the perfect candidate for you Artemis. I'm sure he won't disappoint you." She had a sly grin on her face as she looked up from tending the Hearth. She closed her eyes. As she opened them a column of flames appeared by the fire before it cleared revealing a familiar figure.

"What the..."

Percy's POV:

I felt myself being flashed out the clearing. When I arrived I took in my surroundings. It looked like I was back in Hestia's palace on Olympus. It wasn't overly flashy but a nice homely place. A hearth that looked exactly like the one in the throne room, only slightly smaller, was alight in the centre of the room.

The marble floor was tiled and smooth. I looked around until I spotted a doorway. I walked through trying to find a bathroom to freshen up. I located it and entered. I turned on the tap and felt the cool water run through my fingertips as I washed the dirt and monster dust off my hands. I splashed my face with water.

Feeling refreshed, I walked back into the main room to take a seat and wait for Hestia. As soon as I walked into the room I felt myself being flashed away again.

"What the..."

I instinctively went to my pocket to bring out riptide but stopped when I saw where I was. The throne room on Olympus was as grand as ever. Each of the Gods were looking at me with curiosity, except for Hestia, who was smiling slyly. I bowed to Zeus and then quickly to each of the other gods in the room before looking at my patron with an eyebrow raised. I know what you are thinking-yeah I did bow to all the gods, even Ares. Can't have them knowing it's me. Hestia rose from her place and locked eyes with me.

You're needed again Percy. The Gods have a job that needs someone to do. A dangerous one that requires you. I think you are perfect to carry out this task.

I was wondering why Hestia was talking inside my head, but I went with it. What job is it? And why me? I mean what has come up that's so dangerous that I need to come out of hiding?

Percy, Artemis has requested that the council allow her to appoint a Guardian of the Hunt. Now, I know she prefers someone female but you are the best candidate for the job. Zeus wanted Hercules to do it but as you can tell that didn't go down well with Artemis. If there is war coming, the hunters need to be able to fight. With all of these attacks happening, their safety is a key priority and I know you will protect them well.

I laughed nervously in my head. Are you serious my lady? Does anyone actually want this job? I mean if I do this I'm going to die. They will shoot me with Gods knows how many arrows.

I looked defiantly at Hestia but she wouldn't back down from the stare. I sighed. I knew I wasn't going to win this argument. Fine! But why are you talking in my head?

I think you know why Percy. You will need their trust and for that you will have to reveal yourself. You have hidden away for too long. It is time you came back. War is on the horizon. You will need to protect the hunters. I know why you wish to stay hidden; I know you feel you should've been able to cope after the war, and that you let your friends down, but every hero has their limits. There is nothing to be ashamed of.