Percy Jackson - Forgiving, not Forgetting

Speed of Light

My pranking time with the girls was cut short. I tried not to be annoyed with Poseidon because I knew that this must be hard on him. But, seriously? The only time when I'm going to be free to hang out with my sister's and their mistress, is cut off because someone wants to talk?

As soon as I think that, guilt filled my heart, but I shook that away. Nothing was innocent, I repeated in my head. Poseidon was just another deity now. Artemis had came inside her cabin after exchanging a few words with Chiron. She has also told him about Poseidon waiting on the beach, a little part that was secluded. I didn't wan't to go, but Artemis had insisted that I sort out any conflicts as soon as possible.

Since it was Artemis asking, I couldn't say no, because, well have you seen those eyes.

Poseidon was standing ankle-deep in the tide, his back facing me. He looked the same as always, black hair, sea green eyes, and a lean physique. I will admit that I had missed him more then I should have. He was my father after all. 

I walked silently towards him and stopped when we were side by side. I used to fear my father and his brothers, but now they fear me. In a way, it made me glad. They wouldn't do anything against himself or go against his word. He could help shape them to be just leaders. But he was also sad. He often remembered the days were he was so innocent, so pure. Thinking that everyone had a good side. but he also remembered his first meeting with Artemis. How cruel she had been, but also so kind. He was drawn to her, even if he didn't realize.

Poseidon brought him back by sighing. "I would like to talk Perseus." My father said. I didn't object, which received a odd look from the god beside me. I realized, that even when I had first meet Lady Chaos, I had reminded her my name was Percy, but over the years, I learned not to care on what people called me. Dad probably thought it was strange that I hadn't corrected him as I had many times before.

"What about?"

"I want to know what has happened since you... died." He hesitated.

"That is something that you shouldn't hear about. It is not for your ears." I try to stay calm, but I could feel the water rise a little without Poseidon realizing.

"Why?"

"Because it is something you shouldn't know, leave it as that. What else do you want to talk about?"

He scoffed, ignoring my words. "So you let Artemis know what has happened, even your patrons, but not your father? Right, I see." 

The water rose further. "Artemis is the only one who knows, about from Chaos. And she will be the only one to know." I say sharply. Poseidon flinched, but my anger was riding higher and higher. I could barely hold on to the small rope that kept it on a leash.

"Look-" He starts, but the conch shell sounded in the distance, signaling an attack. I ran off to Artemis tent, not bothering saying goodbye to my father. The Hunters were already prepped for battle. When they saw me, they started to run with me up to Half-Blood Hill. Currently, a legion of monsters stood ready, with a Titan that should've be a maple tree.

Hyperion, in all his shining glory, stood proud in front of the opposing army. I was angry already, so the adrenaline was pumping fast in my veins. Without realizing, I had walked forward towards Hyperion, Artemis at my side.

We stopped at the middle,  just like in the movies. Hyperion studied me, but I refused to show anything of  weakness.

"Go back to your Maple tree, nightlight. Unless you won't to be sent to Tartarus." I say confidently.

Hyperion snarls viciously in my face. "Never!" He spits. I turn around to walk back to the Hunters when I sensed something flying towards Artemis. I quickly move behind her and catch the knife aiming for her head at the speed of light.

Intakes of breath were heard from everyone but the Hunt, even the monsters were surprised at the speed. I threw the knife on the floor and advance slowly towards the Titan, who had ordered another monster to throw the weapon. Of course he couldn't throw it himself, he was bound by ancient laws.

I concentrated on my bow, Nightmare, before I felt the cool texture of the metal in my hands. Nightmare was a gift from Chaos and Artemis, both who get along great. When I could actually shoot something, they had gifted me with this. It was a rare material from Emberna Sirus. The other Universe. And the string was from the finest, yet strongest silk. Symbols adorned the material. Artemis had designed the bow, while Chaos brought the material. It was my greatest procession. It was also enchanted that if I pulled back on the string, an arrow would appear.

Again, most of the assembled gawked and gasped at my bow and I. I wasn't sure if it was the beauty or the fact it appeared from no where though.

When I was 10 metres away from Hyperion, I drew back. I imagined an arrow that wasn't invented on Earth yet. They were hard to control and very deadly to the recipient. When the arrow hit Hyperion, he immediately hit the ground. The arrow was designed that it spread a poison throughout your body that affected your mind. It would find your greatest fears and show them to you, though it looked like you were just unconscious.

I slowly lowered my bow and silently walked the rest of the way. The field was quiet as I trudged. When I reached his body, I started to chant in another language from Lady Chaos. Hyperion's body was flashed away towards the chaos, where his soul would be lost forever, and he would never return.

I looked up and smiled evilly. "Who's next?" I asked coldly.

All Hades broke loose.