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The God's Sacrifice

(One Week after Defeating Gaea)

(Percy)

I didn't know it was possible to be absolutely, utterly, exhausted for an entire week, but here I was. Completely drained from years of conflict in the Titan and Giant wars. It was all worth it in the end though because we won and I'm finally happy. From my bed in Cabin 3 resting my wounds from the Giant war I can confidently say I've finally made it. I have my family back in New York, the campers from both Greek and Rome camps, the seven from the prophecy, Chiron, and most importantly Annabeth. Yes, Annabeth, the sunshine in the darkness of everything. No matter what the Gods or anyone else could throw at me she was and is my rock. Now I get to attend college with her at New Rome next year, grow old, and raise a family with her. How amazing that sounds, finally some peace in my life. Lost in my thoughts I didn't hear the door crack open and a young girl my age with blonde curls and stormy gray eyes walk in until she jumped on me.

"Percy! How are you feeling."

"Better now that you're here."

I couldn't help but crack a stupid grin. It may have sounded stupid when I said it but it was the truth.

"Oh Shut up Seaweed Brain, and get up already. We have stuff to do."

"Fine, but you need to be a little more convincing before I do anythi-"

She cut me off with a passionate kiss on the lips. I fell back on my bed and took her lips on mine with an explosion of love and happiness. Just being around Annabeth made me happy, but just as I was about to deepen the kiss she backed away.

"Is that enough?"

"Yeah, I'll be out in a couple minutes, wait for me will you?"

"Yeah Percy, I'll be outside"

Once she leaves I get up, use the bathroom, and quickly get dressed. Once I leave and meet up with her we walk over to meet up with our friends and walk to the dining pavilion. Since the Romans with their over 150 legionnaires and the Hunters of Artemis have all joined the camp we've struggled to fit everyone into the original tables. Instead we put the old rules on hold and people sit wherever they want. This means I get to sit with Annabeth, Thalia, Nico, and the rest of the seven. Grover even joins us for some meals when he's not busy with Juniper, like today. Overall it was a pretty joyous affair with fresh barbeque and any drink we could want to go along with the normal festive atmosphere. With so many battle hardened friends enjoying themselves it felt like a party. Everything was going great until Mr. D stood up and called for attention.

"Hi campers, how unfortunate that I have to be the one to tell you, but we have more good news from the war. The gods have decided their rewards for the seven and will hold a meeting tonight for the honors. So Peter Johnson, Annabell Chase, Nate Angel, James Grace, Paige McMann, Haisley Lawrence, and Finn Chang report to the big house in 1 hour or you miss your reward. Lunch Dismissed."

With lunch over the only people who stayed in the pavilion was our table with the seven, Thalia, and Grover. We all sat awkwardly until surprisingly it was Nico who broke the silence.

"It won't be the same without Leo. Hopefully he turns up soon. He deserves a reward as well."

He said what we were all thinking but no one dared say. Jason backed him up.

"Yeah, everything is so different without him around, but you said he isn't dead."

Nico gave him a sad look. "That could mean almost anything."

I knew I needed to step in before this conversation went too deep. We've had it too many times in the last week to do it again.

"Hey, cheer up guys. We know he's not dead, so we will find him. Most important though is that we enjoy this chance to live a normal life. Leo wouldn't want us worrying anyway. He'll find a way. I think we should be more concerned with what exactly the gods will ask of us. Will they make us immortal? Gods? Should we accept it? I for one am done. I want to live my life with my family then raise my own in New Rome. Annabeth?"

She responded without hesitation.

"Yeah, I would not accept. The life of a God would not compare to life in New Rome with family."

"How about you guys, would you?"

Jason jumped in first "To be honest, I would take immortality if Piper did too"

"Same here" Piper said

I wasn't surprised Jason knew right away what he wanted, but I could tell everyone else was on the fence so I stopped before making things awkward.

"It's alright if you don't know, just be ready in case that is what they give. It may be completely different for all I know."

I spotted some relieved faces and I knew it was time to head out.

"Let's head to the big house. It's almost time to go."

(Flashback to Yesterday)

(Olympus Throne Room)

The gods of Olympus along with Hestia and Hades were all gathered at their thrones in heated debate. The debate raged so heated that you could cut a knife through the tension in the room. Poseidon was furious and everytime he spoke the earth rumbled, but Zeus was just as passionate and he would not be rebuked by his brother.

"No! He has done enough. I refuse to allow this happen to my son while I am still on this council!"

"It is the only way, it would secure our rule forever and he would be willing to do it."

"I told you. Do not abuse his loyalty to this council. Do you not see the flaw in this idea. It is a manipulation of not only our greatest champion, but my favorite son."

"It's not a perfect plan, but if successful one person is worth wiping out our last remaining threats. Tactically I could not think of a better way." Athena said thoughtfully

"Do you get a say Athena?" Poseidon smacked back at her "You just want him gone because you don't want him with Annabeth. Solves two problems for you. I know there is a better solution. I just want peace for him. We can find someone else."

This last sentence was the finishing blow for Poseidon, Zeus turned it back on him in a second.

"Someone else! Really Poseidon. You know Percy is the only one capable of completing such a task, do you want to send someone else's child to their death? Percy is perfect. His loyalty will keep him rooted to our cause and he is most powerful demigod in a millenia."

"The most powerful demigod EVER, but that is beyond the point. You have broken me for the last time Zeus. I will stay on the council, but I will never be your brother again."

With that he flashed away and the earth shook like it had never shook before. Zeus took back control and gave his final address to the council.

"So it is decided. We will send Percy to Tartarus where only he can go and he will finally save us of all threats to destroy us."

(Yesterday)

(Camp Half Blood)

(Poseidon)

I flashed out of the throne room into my cabin at camp half blood to see my son. I looked at his sleeping body and cracked a small smile when I saw the drool coming off his mouth. Sally was always special to me and my true love so to see Percy so peaceful makes me sad for the life the rest of the Gods had just forced on him. Putting him on patrol to root out the evil of Tartarus is cruel enough, but losing everything he gained after the pain of two massive wars in such a young life will make this unbelievably difficult for him. He will most likely accept because he is my perfect son with an undying loyalty, but I know that same loyaltys now being manipulated by Zeus to secure his power. He will either have all of his worst enemies of Tartarus defeated at Percy's hand, or Percy dies. Either way he gets what he wants. My hands are tied too. I can't tell Percy to refuse, but I need to try and stop it. Unfortunately I can't do anything now. Better to leave before someone finds out I was here. With that I flashed back to Atlantis.

(Present)

(Percy)

Once we got to the big house we talked to Chiron and promised we would come back before we did anything else, got in the camp van and drove to the Empire State Building. Once we got to the building, we got a spot, forced the front desk worker into giving us the key, and we were on our way up to Olympus. Everytime I step out of the elevator I am amazed with just how incredible it all is. Annabeth did such a great job that I don't think I could ever find a city or as a matter of fact, a place more beautiful. I knew that behind the beauty was the ugly of many terrible gods, but that didn't matter at the moment. We were walking through the city of the gods, to the throne room of the gods, to receive our rewards for saving said gods, again. We made it to the doors and were about to open the door when I noticed just how quiet the city was. I had never heard it this quiet before so I wasn't sure what to expect. What I was not expecting was for it to be just as quiet in the throne room. None of the gods said anything as we opened the large doors and walked towards the center of the room. The lack of conversation might have caught my interest more, but what caught my attention the most was how low the fire at the hearth was. It was barely more than hot coals. I just assumed it was part of the recovery from the war, but nonetheless it left me with an uneasy feeling in my stomach. I was tempted to leave right then, but my logical side took over and told me this is an award ceremony. What do I have to be afraid of? Once we made it in the room Zeus stood up from his throne and addressed us all.

"The seven of the great prophecy. Congratulations on saving Olympus. It was a long and hard journey, but you all succeeded in your quest. In return for everything you have done the gods have decided on gifts for your reward. Jason Grace, my son, please step forward."

Jason with all the confidence he could muster stepped forward and bowed in front of Zeus.

"For your role in saving Olympus I will offer you a position as my immortal Lieutenant at my side for eternity. Do you accept?"

"Will Piper be immortal too?"

Zeus looked at him with a slight frown, while Aphrodite looked about ready to jump out of her seat.

"Yes son, she will be offered immortality."

"Then I accept your generous offer, Father."

"Piper Mclean, please step forward."

Piper walked up and hugged Jason then walked up and bowed to Zeus before turning and bowing to Aphrodite.

"Will you accept immortality for your part in saving Olympus?"

"Yes Lord Zeus, I accept your offer."

"Hazel Levesque, please step forward."

Hazel walked up and bowed to Zeus, then Hades, and then stood up.

"Hazel, we cannot grant you immortality because you have already died, but we can give you the rest of your mortal live along with instant access to the Isle of the Blest once you die. Do you accept?"

"Yes, but I will stay in Elysium not the Isle of the Blest."

"Why would you want that?"

"I won't know anyone in the Isle, but I have many friends to see in Elysium once I'm gone."

"Very well. Enjoy your restored life. Frank Zhang, please step forward."

Frank walked up and bowed to Zeus, purposely ignoring Ares despite being the son of Mars.

"Frank Zhang, will you accept immortality?"

"No, Lord Zeus. I have too much to live for as a mortal to accept your generous offer."

"Are you sure Frank Zhang? This is the greatest gift you could ever be given."

"I am sure Lord Zeus. I will be happier with Hazel in Elysium than I could ever be here."

"Fine, you will be guaranteed Elysium upon your death. Nico Di Angelo, please step forward."

Nico stepped forward, bowed to Zeus, then Hades, and stood up.

"Your father has offered to make you the immortal Lieutenant in his army for eternity. Will you join him?"

"Yes Lord Zeus. I accept this gracious offer."

With Nico stepping back the room because strangely quiet. Everyone was happy and excited for everything that had just happened but now the gods were looking around with quick glances at each other and stealing glances at me.

"Annabeth Chase and Percy Jackson. May you both stand forward. This choice will involve both of you."

Now I know that something is wrong. Why are we both walking up? Last time it was just us individually. Whatever. I will find out soon enough. Before my hesitation becomes too evident I take Annabeth's hand and walk to the center. I avoid bowing to Zeus whenever because he's tried to kill me multiple times, so I bow to Poseidon, then turn around and hug Hestia. Annabeth in the meantime bows to Zeus, then Athena. The low fire jumps up a little when I hug Hestia, but I can see her sadness and the fire dies back down." I turn to face Zeus and he can barely hold back his rage.

"Why do you not bow to me, insolent boy?"

"You have not earned my respect Zeus, I bow to family. You tried to kill me multiple times."

He definitely did not like my answer very much.

"You are lucky you have served all of us so well, or you would be dead already."

Before I could make things worse Annabeth jumped in and saved me.

"Why have you called both of us up?"

Zeus was not happy, but he let it go and continued.

"We have a reward, but before we get to the reward we have a request of you Percy Jackson, son of Poseidon."

So this is what it is all about. After fighting two wars to save Olympus they just want more from me. I was just hoping for some peace and quiet, but I guess if I make everything better for everyone else it would be worth it.

"Percy Jackson, you are the only one worthy, capable, and qualified to fulfill the mission to end all missions. We, the Olympian council, ask that you enter and conquer the deepest depths of Tartarus as our champion, defeat the enemies we have driven down there, and send them to void where they can never harm us again. There are many perils involved in such a quest, but if you succeed you will be protecting every god and demigod to come after you. There will never be a threat like the Titans or Giants again. The people you love will never be in danger again like they have been throughout all of history."

I was shocked. Did they really want me to go back to Tartarus? They really are crazy. The more I thought about it though, as much as I wanted to decline I knew deep down in my heart that I had to accept. I could protect Annabeth and all my friends forever. The chance to give everyone else a life free of fear would be worth it no matter what it cost me. I was hoping through everything it would never come to this, but I had been expecting something to go wrong for years. Now that we have won two wars and made it through Tartarus once, it seems my luck has finally run dry. I will be heading to Tartarus to face the worst of the worst that has ever been set against the gods. My mouth ran dry at the prospect. I will probably die,and I'll never get the life I wanted. I looked over to Annabeth and I can see the tears in her eyes. She knows me too well. She knows I'll accept anything to keep her safe. She pulls me close and tries talking me out of it.

"Percy, you can't do it. Don't leave me again."

"Annabeth, I love you. That's why I have to do it. I will die to give you a happy life Wise Girl."

I kiss her on the forehead, but she pulls away.

"No Percy, why would you betray the one chance we had to live together. I can never be with someone like you. Why can't you just leave this behind and be with me forever in New Rome. We would be happy Percy."

She starts walking away, and I reach for her.

"Annabeth, no, it's not like that."

She rips away when I say that and turns around.

"But it is like that Percy, this is the last straw. We are over. Have fun in Tartarus." After she says that she turns to Zeus. "Zeus, I will accept immortality."

The entire room was in shock. Even the gods knew how close we were and assumed we were getting married soon, but now it was all over. Before I could break down over what just happened Zeus intervened.

"Very well Annabeth Chase. So Percy Jackson, will you become our champion and rid this world of the evils of Tartarus?"

"Yes Zeus, I will do this, but not for you, and I have some requests as my reward for saving Olympus."

"It is the least we can do. What would you like?"

"First I want a chance to say goodbye to everyone before I go."

"Not a problem, we will give you several days before your journey."

"Second, I want to know why I am the only one capable of completing this mission."

Athena jumped in and answered before Zeus could mess it up.

"Young hero, only a single demigod can access Tartarus without alerting Tartarus himself to your presence. You must surprise him if you want to succeed. We cannot send gods because after defeating Gaea our access to Tartarus has been denied by the powerful forces in the pit working together. The only way any quest can succeed is for you to go alone and defeat these forces. Once defeated you can open the gate giving us access. We have chosen you because you are the greatest demigod to ever live. You have won two wars and survived Tartarus already. If you stay focused you can win and in turn free us all of the evergripping fear of the pit. We believe you are our best hope."

I was not thrilled by the answer, but it was good to know as much as I could about the situation. I still had one more thing I wanted though.

"Finally, I would like for Hestia and Hades to be given their thrones back on the Olympian Council. They have done great things for me and deserve recognition for it."

"You ask a lot hero, but for risking your life for us there is nothing I can do but accept."

Before I could thank him I felt a crushing hug. Hestia was in my arms and crushing me with warmth radiating from her. The fire at the hearth exploded with joy and happiness. The warmth radiating almost made me happy about my fate. When she let go she kissed my cheek and stood aside where Hades walked up and shook my hand.

"Thanks my boy, I have waited a long time to be accepted again. I hope I am worthy of this honor you have gave me."

"I wouldn't have done it if you weren't worthy, Hades, same with you Hestia."

As we were talking, two thrones rose up on the ends of the U shaped throne room. One made of Obsidian with expensive jewels adorning the side that obviously belonged to Hades, and another made of redstone that seemed to be on fire that belonged to Hestia. They both moved to their thrones and sat down. As they sat their power flared and it was obvious that they were the two most powerful gods in the room. Once everything settled down Zeus dismissed the meeting and everyone either flashed out or left. The only gods remaining were Poseidon, Athena, Hermes, and the twins Apollo and Artemis. Poseidon reached me first and gave me a big hug. This meant a lot because he rarely hugs me. I could tell he felt terrible for what happened.

"I wanted to find another way, any other way Percy. I tried… "

"I know dad, it's not your fault. I will survive and save everyone."

"I believe in you son, I just hoped you would never have to experience that wretched place again."

"Yeah, I did too dad, but I will do whatever it takes."

"I'll see you later Percy. Make sure to come back to me."

With that he flashed out and Athena came up behind him.

"I believe you made the right decision Percy. You were more than worthy for Annabeth. I am truly sorry for the way she left you like that. If I would have know I would have talked to her."

"Whatever Athena. I know you wanted this. It hurts that you couldn't put aside your feud with my dad, but I will always do the right thing."

"No Percy, it's not like that. I hope you can forgive me."

She then flashed away too.

After she left Hermes and the twins all walked up to me. Artemis was the first one to talk.

"You would have made a great female Perseus. It is truly a shame you are a man. You would be the perfect hunter."

"Don't listen to my younger sis Percy, you're fine as you are. I don't think I know anyone who would go down to Tartarus for their friends and family. I really hope you survive because I want to go clubbing with you."

When he said clubbing Hermes perked up and chimed in.

"Me too Perce. Once you get back we are getting you laid."

"Uh, you guys are disgusting. For one I am older Apollo, and two, Hermes, you will not be getting Perseus "Laid" as you said it. He is respectful to women unlike you two."

She spit out the last two sentences angrily but I had to agree.

"Yeah guys, I'll go out with you guys and have a good time, but in the end it will take a long time to get over Annabeth. I don't know if I could ever love again."

"That's too bad. I hope you get a chance to figure it out." Apollo say before turning to Artemis and Hermes. "We better get out of here and let Percy say his goodbyes. I have seen glimpses of the future and you have a long journey ahead. Good luck on your journey Percy. We will see each other again."

With that last statement that contained both hope and despair they flashed out and left me alone to my thoughts in the throne room. I looked around one last time and headed out to catch the van back to Camp Half Blood, refusing to look back.