Tough Love

Chapter 34

Jason's P.O.V

I fiddled with the ring in my pocket nervously. It was really a gorgeous ring. It took Leo three weeks just to get the details engraved into the silver metal. But what worries me is that Percy hasn't woken up yet...and to say it has Will uneasy is an understatement. The young doctor is completely on edge from this fact. To say i'm on edge is also an understatement. I'm so distraught from the fact Percy hasn't woken up yet. I'm scared that this 'coma' was worse than we all thought or made it out to be.

Three weeks Percy has been out. Three weeks to think about the night I propose to him. Three weeks to find a way to tell Percy he might be fertile now. That thought still makes me worry. I,for one, do want to have a kid with Percy...but does he want a kid? His opinion is the most vital one. If he doesn't want one, then we won't have one. I would respect his decision. It is his body after all. 

But I hope Percy will at least take it into consideration. Having a family has always been a dream of mine. And the thought of Percy being the one with me makes me feel giddy. Running a hand over his cheek, I smiled. Percy would make an amazing parent. I'm sure others would agree with me.

Sitting on the edge of the bed I brought his hand into mine and kissed it softly. I continued to think of our future. I was so deep into thought I didn't feel the presence of a god in the room. Leaning down I kissed Percy's head. Smiling softly I got up to leave for training. As I turned around, I finally realized I wasn't alone. My eyes widened and I couldn't form any words.

The goddess smiled at me. She rested her hand on my shoulder, "Speak my dear Jason."

I managed only a word, "Aphrodite...."

"That is me." Her serene voice made me shiver, "I must say, Jason I knew paring you with my daughter was no good. And that Annabeth and Percy would end on horrible terms, but i couldn't bring myself to mess with your relationship. I chose for you two to find each other on your own. Plus it was fun to tease Zeus and Poseidon for a while. But looking at you now, your love for him and his for you is even stronger than I ever expected. Your love truly was fate. Neither Eros nor I had to interfere to make your love work. We loved seeing you two grow. It was gorgeous." 

My voice was caught in my breath. I didn't know what to say. What was I supposed to say? I racked my brain to find a response. Aphrodite just giggled, "Don't worry young one. I must take my leave before Zeus finds out i'm here and scolds me admiring demigods love lives....again. Your future holds many great challenges and great joy."

The goddess turned to leave and I found my voice, "Aphrodite, wait!" She stopped and faced me, "Do.....Do Percy and I get married? Do we have children?" I asked hopefully.

The goddess dressed in pink gave me a sad smile. "I'm afraid that is not my place to say, Jason. You will find out on your own sooner or later. Now the Greek version of your father is here and in your cabin. I can sense his presences." She left the room, Leaving me with my thoughts.

Rubbing my face I looked at Percy. I kissed him softly and went off to my Cabin to face yet another god.

The walk seemed like hours when in all reality it was like two minute. I was also in no rush to get there so I took the short walk to think of every single scenario possible. All bad if I might add. In the span of those two minutes I came up with twenty scenarios. All resulted in my father using his lighting bolt on me. 

Taking a deep breath I looked at my cabins door. I knew my assumptions were way out of line, but I couldn't help but worry . Zeus isn't really known for being a happy guy. Yes he is a very rational man, But also full of surprises. Most of those surprises aren't sunshine and flowers either. I've heard stories before. Just thinking about it makes me shiver.