PAWN. (PJO/HoH Fanfic)

Morning Routines

__________________ Percy_______________________

Percy Jackson was having nightmares again. Over and Over again. It relapsed like it was put on record. Silena. Her face charred with Drakon acid, agonized wailing escaping her hoarse throat. Beckondorf, a lonely tear trickled down his cheek before he slapped his watch. Zoe. Her beautiful amber eyes gazing at the stars before the fire was blown out. Bianca, a pleading yet sad smile before she disappeared and left Nico in a broken pieces. Luke, an apolegetic smile graced his lips, tears brimming his blue eys, as he stabbed himself. Ethan, his breath ragged and his face pale.

Over and Over.

It didn't make sense. It never did.

Why must the Fates use Percy Jackson as their favourite play thing? Next, you'll be telling me that Percy and Annabeth will fall in Tarturus!

Oh the irony.

Percy Jackson was shaking as he bolted up in his bed. He wiped the sweat from his forehead, hair plastered wet- and scrambled to get a cup of water. Snatching up the cup,Percy couldn't help but let tears well in his eyes. Don't cry Jackson! He told himself, Tears are for the weak.

He brushed them away and got up to take a shower. He glanced at the mirror and let his troublemaker smile weave his lips. Just keep up the facade Percy. He stripped and turned on the water. Before he stepped into the shower, Percy glanced at the mirror.

Tears are for the weak....

________________ Thalia________________________

Falling. Faster and Faster... Before-

Thalia woke up to a banging on her door. Must be Phoboe, she grumbled. And she was grateful. This is silly. She's the daughter of King of Olympus! She shouldn't be scared.. even from her own domain! Even the idea seemed ludricous to her. Thalia doesn't need this nonsense. And if Lady Artemis finds out..

Dear Gods no...

Artemis is a sisterly figure towards Thalia. She didn't need that idea haunting her whenever she dreamed. She stood up from her bed, yawned and rubbed her eyes. She didn't need it at all.

______________________Nico______________

Nico woke up, calmly. Nobody seemed to notice Nico Di' Angelo suffering. Nobody did. Persephone always glared at her 'son' whenever she was close to him like he was a disease that she certainly doesn't need. Percy and Thalia they were great. Percy even forgived Nico for um... capturing him. But frankly it did nothing. Hades, his father, had promised to tell him about his Mother. But apparently he didn't want to talk about 'that women infront of his darling lotus flower'

He stood up from his matteress. No bed- just matteress and a thin blanket. At least Hades was that kind. He never is that kind. Nico glared at the floor before rubbling his bloodshot eyes and walking to the bathroom. He locked himself in and turned on the water. Nico sighed.

He was just so frustrated with life. He was angry. You could say he was under depression. After all, he is a son of Hades. Nico was always jealous of Percy maybe even Thalia. Posideon loved Percy, he cared for Percy- most importantly he was proud of Percy. He was the Hero of Olympus. He is Perfect.Even makes Aphrodite swoon.

What did Nico have?

No one.

At least Thalia's Dad, Zeus, protects Thalia and cares for her.

Who cared for Nico?

I think you know the answer.

Nico traced the thin scars on his wrists and let a loose tear fall and splash to the ground.

Oh, before I forget.

This is our secret.

_________________________ Camp Half-Blood__________________

Chiron trotted out of the Big House, taking a view of Camp. There weren't that many demi-gods left, truth be told. About 120 if you will. He sighed and glanced around for his favourite pupil- don't tell Annabeth! Percy Jackson. He was the Hero and Champion of Olympus. Who can't like him?

Chiron smiled when he saw Annabeth and Percy laughing, holding hands. Chiron knew. Chiron knew that they would get together. When they met , their eyes glazed over and sometimes they even blushed.

They were perfect for each other.

' Hey Chiron! Clarisse said that you needed me' Percy said when they reached the porched of the Big House. Percy gazed into Chiron's eyes. Chiron could see the hidden broken looj in his eyes- but Chiron could see. He saw that in every Hero- the Hero that always saved the world.

'Yes Child, you are neeed on Olympus'

'Oh um.... I'll just go then' However, Chiron could pratically hear Percy's thoughts- Now? Why can't the Gods leave me in peace?! Why can't the Fates?!

''Yes Child, I will have Argus prepare the Van' Percy nodded glumly but gave Annabeth a lopsided grin,

'Hey Wise Girl, race ya to the pavillion!' He teased before running off. Annabeth growled before sprinting off, her golden curls flying behind her.

Chiron chuckled and shook his head at the two couple.

____________ Thalia______________

Phoboe and Thalia were laughing about one of their hunting trips. The Hunters were just looking at them wierdly.

'Phoboe have you been washing your hair in acorns?' Thalia said- that only made them laugh harder. The Hunter swere on the verge of guiding them to the Meical tent. Phoboe wiped a tear, and noticed the looks they were recieving.

'What? Oh, inside joke' The Hunters rolled their eyes at their friends.

'Thalia!' She turned around to see Artemis walking into their camp.

'Mi'Lady' Thalia said nodding at her.

' Thalia! The Olympian council wants to see you' Thalia nodded, before grabbing hold of Artemis's shoulder- and they disappeared in a flash of silver.

________________ Nico____________

'My Lord' Nico bowed deeply to his Father. Hades scrunched his face up distastefully.

'Nico' He said it, like it was the worst thing in the World. Nico tried to ignore the empty hole filling with saddness in his heart.

'You need to come to Olympus'

'Yes My Lord' Nico said.

'You can go now' Hades spat. Nico didn't dare look into his black hateful eyes. So full of regret- like he didn't even know why he chose to get Maria pregenent when she gave birth to that. Nico nodded absentmindedly.

He scurried into his 'room' and looked himself in the bathroom. Nico took out a glinting pen knife and gazed at it.

He could stop.

But he didn't want to.

Maybe Zeus was right when he said that Hades was heartless.

Stay tune to next time, folks! More to come- more action- more drama!!