Lura Chapter 9-1
It was getting late but we made it back before it got dark. I was out of breath
but I was glad to have made it. I had to take calming breath before walking into
the Big House, Annabeth right behind me. Tyler had been laid on a long table, a
white cloth laid over him. Everyone was teary eyed and gaunt faced. Nika saw
me and ran and hugged me. We stood there, hugging over the lose of a friend.
Annabeth even surprised everyone by joining in on our hug. Chiron and Mr. D
eventually made us go back to our cabins and get some sleep. I knew I wouldnt
but Nika did. Annabeth took her in for me while I took the opportunity to talk
one on one with Astraea. Hey, Astraea. Can I talk to you for a moment? I ask
her. She looks confused but nods. We stand in silence for a moment. I take a
deep breath. Astraea, I’m sorry about what happened to Tyler. I tell her. Thanks
Lura. I’m sorry for you too. You’ve gone through a lot and still managed to hang
in there. She tells me. Thanks. Well I better get to bed, tommorrow’s going to be
a interesting day. I tell her and turn to walk into my cabin. By the way, you and
Devin are really cute together. Astraea says and I can just envision the smirk on
her face. I don’t look back though, not wanting to give her the satisfaction of
seeing my hot pink cheeks. Annabeth was at her desk, looking at a laptop of
some sorts. Nika was already asleep. Annabeth turns to me as I silently close
the door. All good? She mouths and I nod and climb the oak ladder up to me
bunk above Nika. The bed was actually pretty comfortable, but I could have
fallen asleep on a bed of rocks for how tired I was. I originally thought I
wouldnt sleep but I was out like a light when my head hit the pillow. The next
morning, we all gather at the Big House to then go to Olympus to nd out what
was wrong with Cole. Everyone was solemn and quiet for the whole ride. We got
there and went up the elevator to the golden doors of Olympus. I grew
increasingly worried as we climbed the steps. Nika stood next to me, Eyes puffy
from crying. I then worried about what I looked like. Too late now. I think. What
made me really nervous was I was about to see the gods, but mainly my mother.
I had only seen pictures of her. But Now I was going to meet her in person. Is
she upset over my dad’s death? What will she think of me? I ask myself and
feel myself start to panic and panic tried to take over. I felt Nika pLace a hand
on my Shoulder. I’m grateful for it as we come to the main room. All the gods
were seated on massive thrones, each with their own design. I looked around in
wonder at all the gods. Each were at least 12 feet tall or more. They all looked
Regal sitting there. My eye caught in a silver throne on the right side of the
semicircle. On the throne sat a a woman with a battle helmet and a spear
next to her. A tawny owl sat on her shoulder. Her eyes pierced through me.
Mom. Dad was right, I did have her eyes. It made me sad, him not being able
to be here. But he would be happy with what I’ve done. I tell myself. We walk
into the center of the chamber and Zeus looks upset. He looks over us then
his eyes fall on Astraea. I….I…. Apologize. He says softly but it still echoes off
the dome roof. I’m sorry. Zeus angrily. We all back up a step, fearing his
wrath. I…um…. Forgive you? Astraea says. Poseidon gives her a thumbs up. The
others looked around the room but I couldnt stop looking at my mom. She
inspected our tiny group. Finally, once of them spoke. It was Demeter who
spoke. Who are you boy? She asks Cole, whos skin was glowing. Cole, Son of
Ares. Cole says. All eyes went to Ares who looked like a cornered animal. My
mom turned to him. Ares, explain yourself before I force it out of you. She
says coldly. Wow, Mom can really give threats. I think to myself. I saw a brief
glance between Ares and Aphrodite. Its simple…. But not. Ares says carefully.
Cole lost it. What do you mean?! Cole says hotly. What about Mom?! Cole asks
him. That’s.. not yours real mom. Ares says, not looking at him. Cole deated
and the room got deathly silent. who am I? Cole asks. Ares doesn’t answer.
WHO AM I?! Cole yells at him. I knew Cole was one of the good guys but in
that moment he looked ready to kill anyone who got in his way. You are my
son! A new voice says. Everyone turns to the voice. Aphrodite stands up and
looks at Cole. What? Cole asks. He is my son. Me and Ares… well we had a
night. Cole came along and we changed his genetic appearance to match some
of a mortal woman willing to take care of you. We suppressed your abilities to
hide you. Aphrodite explained. Everyone stared there shocked. So wait. Cole is
a.. my thoughts were interrupted by Artemis voicing the end of my thoughts.
He is an Olympian… a god. Everyone looked at each other. Athena was even
shaking her head in disbelief. I couldn’t comprehend it. Cole, a god. Wow.