Percy Jackson: The Silver Wolf of the Goddess of Love

As Mr. Brunner scanned the room, he noticed that most of the students were either looking around awkwardly or fiddling with their pens. Hikari, however, was practically shaking in his seat, unable to contain his excitement.

"Ah, someone seems enthusiastic," Mr. Brunner said with a slight grin. "You there, in the back—Hikari, was it? Care to enlighten the class with what you know?"

Percy sunk a little in his chair, silently mouthing "Oh no." He could already see this spiraling into chaos.

Hikari stood up as if he had been waiting for this moment his whole life. "Mythology, huh? Let me tell you, Mr. Brunner, you're going to need more than one class for this." He straightened up and launched into a rapid-fire lecture.

"First off, let's talk about the Greeks. Zeus? King of the gods, yeah, but also a world-class philanderer. You think Hera's just jealous? Nah, she's keeping track of Zeus' extensive resume of 'extra-curricular activities.' You'd be too if your husband turned into a swan every other week."

A few kids snickered at that, but Hikari didn't pause. "And don't even get me started on Poseidon—people think he's all about the ocean. Sure, but he's also known for earthquakes. The guy can't walk anywhere without shaking things up, literally! Then you've got Hades—most misunderstood guy in mythology. He's not evil, just doing his job. I mean, who else is gonna manage the underworld? Charon's too busy collecting coins."

Mr. Brunner raised an amused eyebrow, letting Hikari continue. Percy looked ready to sink through the floor.

"And don't even get me started on the Romans," Hikari said, switching gears. "You know how the Romans copied the Greek gods but just changed their names? Like, Zeus is Jupiter, Poseidon is Neptune. But here's where it gets spicy—they took things more seriously. Ares? He's a troublemaker for the Greeks, but in Rome, he's Mars, a war god who's respected. He's not just about fighting; he's the god of tactics and discipline. Total shift in vibe."

Some students started whispering, clearly entertained by Hikari's energy, while others furrowed their brows, trying to keep up, Mr Brunner just whistling hoping Zeus doesn't strike down Hikari.

"Oh, and here's a fun fact," Hikari said, barely pausing to breathe. "Did you know that in Norse mythology, Odin sacrificed his eye not for strength, but for knowledge? Talk about commitment to the bit! And Loki—don't even get me started on him. He's the trickster, but he also helped the gods a lot more than people realize. And Thor—dude was the god of thunder but had zero brains."

A hand shot up from the back of the class. "Wait, are we talking about Norse mythology now?" a confused student asked.

"Oh, we're just getting started!" Hikari replied, ignoring the fact that Mr. Brunner's lesson plan had probably been derailed. "There's also Egyptian mythology. Ra, the sun god, was reborn every day, and Set was basically the OG backstabber, betraying his own brother Osiris. And in Japanese mythology, you've got Amaterasu, the sun goddess, who literally locked herself in a cave because her brother Susanoo was being a jerk. The gods had to throw a party just to lure her out!"

The entire class was staring at Hikari now, some in awe, others in disbelief. Percy rubbed his temple, knowing there was no stopping this.

"And let's not forget the fun ones," Hikari added, with an impish grin. "In Aztec mythology, you've got Huitzilopochtli, the god of war and the sun, who was born in full armor and immediately went to war. And if you want a weirder one, there's the Australian Rainbow Serpent—who's both a creator god and a god of weather."

Mr. Brunner finally raised his hand to signal for Hikari to slow down. "Alright, Hikari, that was... quite comprehensive," he said, clearly impressed but also aware that half the class was now lost. "I see you've got quite a passion for mythology."

Hikari nodded, sitting down, but his excitement still radiated. "I could go on, but I don't want to hog the spotlight," he said, grinning.

Percy gave him a side-eye. "You just did."

Mr. Brunner cleared his throat. "Well, as Hikari here has... enthusiastically demonstrated, mythology is a vast and complex subject. We'll be starting with Greek mythology, focusing on the twelve Olympians, but we'll definitely get into some of those other mythologies you mentioned as the semester goes on."

Hikari leaned over to Percy, whispering, "Told you this class would be fun."

Percy just sighed, knowing this was going to be a long year. "Yeah, fun. Sure."

Meanwhile, Grover glanced around nervously, still shaken from how Hikari had rattled off so much information. "Uh, do you think he's going to do that every class?"

Percy shrugged. "Probably. He knows more about this stuff than anyone I've ever met."

Hikari, still vibrating with excitement, whispered to himself, "Man, I can't wait to see what Mr. Brunner has in store. This is going to be epic."

Mr. Brunner continued the class, but every now and then, his eyes flickered over to Hikari, as if assessing just how much this kid might already know.

Later that day, in Mr Brunner office

Mr Brunner looked at Grover. "Two demi gods (Percy and Hikari), thank you for informing me early"

Grover looked at Mr Brunner. "Thank you Chiron, if I bring them to the camp, they will allow me to look for pan"

[ I will be calling Mr Brunner, Chrion from now, just not when the students call them will call him Mr Brunner ]

Chrion looked at him. "Cool it there young one, we have no idea who the fathee/Mother of those two boys are, Hikari is smart, but he is not a son of Athena he doesn't have the eyes, and as for Percy is is hard to say"

Chiron paced around his office, deep in thought, while Grover shifted nervously in his seat. The centaur—disguised as a human in his wheelchair—wasn't one to jump to conclusions. Yet, having two unknown demigods under his watch, both of them showing signs of being remarkably different from any other students he'd encountered, was a concern.

"Hikari," Chiron began, rubbing his chin thoughtfully. "He's clever, undoubtedly, but his knowledge extends far beyond just being book-smart. It's almost as if he knows too much about the divine world... but I can't place him with Athena. His energy, it feels different—wild, in a way. And Percy..." He paused, glancing at Grover. "I have some suspicions, but we need more time. He hasn't displayed any obvious traits linked to his divine parentage yet."

Grover leaned forward, fidgeting with his fingers. "Do you think Hikari could be from a minor deity? Maybe a god that isn't as well-known? I mean, his enthusiasm for mythology is... a little intense."

Chiron stopped pacing and sighed. "That's possible, but Hikari's knowledge isn't typical for any demigod I've encountered, even those with divine parentage linked to knowledge or wisdom. And as for Percy..." He hesitated. "There's something about him, something familiar. It's possible he's the child of one of the Big Three."

Grover's eyes widened. "You mean... Zeus, Poseidon, or Hades? But... the pact!"

"Exactly," Chiron nodded. "The pact that they swore after World War II to never sire any more children. If Percy is the son of one of the Big Three, it would mean that someone has broken that sacred oath."

Grover swallowed hard. "Do you think that's why there have been so many monsters lately? I've felt something's off. Like, they're restless, as if they're searching for something."

Chiron looked grave. "That could be the case. We need to keep a close eye on both Percy and Hikari. Whatever divine blood flows in their veins, it's attracting attention, and not the good kind. We must get them to Camp Half-Blood, but not yet—not until we're sure they're ready and that it's safe for them."

Grover nodded, his goat hooves tapping nervously against the floor beneath his disguise. "I'll keep watching them. If anything suspicious happens, I'll let you know immediately."

"Good," Chiron said. "And Grover... remember, Pan can wait. Right now, protecting these two may be the key to something much larger."

Grover sighed, but nodded again. "I understand." He turned to leave, but before he reached the door, he paused. "Do you really think we're ready for what's coming? I mean, if the gods are involved in this..."

Chiron stared at the ceiling for a moment, as if seeking guidance from the heavens themselves. "I hope so, Grover. I really do."

Meanwhile, back at the dorms, Hikari and Percy sat together on Hikari's bed, looking at the homework assignment from Mr. Brunner's mythology class.

"So, what do you think?" Percy asked, glancing over at Hikari.

Hikari shrugged. "It's all pretty basic stuff—Greek gods, Olympians, their domains, you know, the usual." He grinned. "Though I have to admit, it's kinda fun seeing what they put in textbooks compared to what we've been talking about in class."

Percy raised an eyebrow. "You mean all that stuff you were saying about the Romans and the Aztecs? Dude, that was intense. I thought you were going to give Mr. Brunner a run for his money."

Hikari chuckled. "What can I say? Mythology is awesome." He paused, then added, "You know, sometimes I feel like... there's more to all this. Like it's not just stories. I mean, what if the myths were real?"

Percy shifted uncomfortably, feeling a strange sense of déjà vu. "Yeah, real," he mumbled, glancing at Grover's empty seat across the room. "That would be... something."

Little did either of them know, their questions would soon be answered in ways they could never imagine. The world of gods and monsters was closer than they thought, and their fates were already intertwined with the legends they were studying.

Back with Grover an Chiron, Grover looked at him

Grover looked at Chiron. "Before I leave, Hikari is very pretty like her children"

Chiron looked at him. "Why her, pretty doesn't mean much, he also very hyper like a son of Ares or Hephaestus, and the amount of Divity I feel, it is like 60%".

Chiron furrowed his brow, deep in thought at Grover's comment. "Pretty or not, we can't let appearances cloud our judgment. Demigods often inherit unusual traits from their divine parent, but beauty alone doesn't tell us much." He crossed his arms. "You say Hikari has a lot of energy—too much, in fact. If his divinity feels that high, we could be dealing with a unique case."

Grover nodded, but he looked uncertain. "I know, but... it's just something about Hikari. It's not just his looks, it's this aura, like the gods are watching him closely. You mentioned he might not be from Athena, but could he be from someone... else? Someone powerful."

Chiron remained silent for a moment, his gaze distant. "Perhaps. There are gods who play tricks, who defy expectations. Hikari's energy and unpredictability remind me of more chaotic forces, but we can't rule anyone out until we know for sure."

Grover shifted nervously. "And what about the 60% divinity? Shouldn't that be impossible? Even children of the Big Three aren't supposed to be that powerful."

Chiron sighed. "You're right, Grover. If what you're sensing is correct, Hikari's divinity is far higher than most demigods. Normally, mortal blood dilutes divine power, but this... it could mean many things. Perhaps his parent is more invested than most, or maybe..." He trailed off, his eyes narrowing.

Grover blinked. "Maybe what?"

Chiron hesitated. "Perhaps Hikari isn't just the child of one god. There could be multiple influences here—an unusual circumstance. If that's the case, we need to be even more careful. More than one god may have a stake in his fate."

Grover looked horrified at the thought. "Two gods? That's never happened, right? I mean, that's gotta be rare."

Chiron didn't answer immediately. He stared into the distance, a deep frown on his face. "It's rare, yes, but not impossible. We'll need to keep a close watch. Hikari may be involved in something much larger than we realize. And if multiple gods are interested in him... then things are going to get complicated."

Grover swallowed nervously, his hooves tapping anxiously against the floor. "I'll keep an eye on him. If anything happens, I'll let you know."

Chiron nodded, his mind still racing with possibilities. "Be careful, Grover. We're dealing with something unpredictable here. The gods don't play fair, and neither do their enemies. We need to be ready for anything."

As Grover left the office, Chiron sat back, his thoughts heavy. The situation was becoming more dangerous by the moment, and the true nature of Hikari's parentage remained a mystery. But one thing was certain: both Hikari and Percy were destined to be at the center of a storm far greater than any of them had anticipated.

Chiron rubbed his temples, his mind spinning with possibilities. "A son of Aphrodite? If that's true, it'll be... interesting, to say the least. But still, the power he has doesn't quite line up. Not fully." He sighed again, feeling the weight of uncertainty.

Unbeknownst to him, a bird perched high in a tree outside the window was carefully observing everything. Through the bird's eyes, Aphrodite watched the scene unfold from her domain, lounging comfortably on her pink couch. As Chiron mulled over the mystery of Hikari's parentage, Aphrodite couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Oh, Chiron," she giggled, leaning back as she sipped a divine cocktail. "You're so close, and yet so far! Thinking one of my children could cause so much confusion. But oh, the drama that's about to unfold... I couldn't have planned it better myself!"

She swirled her drink, her laughter echoing through her palace. "Maybe I'll drop a little hint. Or maybe I won't. Let them squirm a little longer." Her laughter faded into a mischievous smirk as she watched the bird relay the scene back to her, her fingers lightly tapping on the armrest.

Aphrodite took another sip, still grinning to herself. "A son of love and something else... Now, that would be quite the twist, wouldn't it?"

Aphrodite's laughter quickly faded as the memory of the prophecy resurfaced in her mind. "Multiple meanings," she muttered, suddenly feeling uneasy. The smile on her face vanished as she stood up, summoning a large, ornate book from thin air. The book was covered in golden filigree, shimmering with an ethereal glow—her personal tome of prophecies and divine secrets.

"I better look at that prophecy again," she said to herself, flipping through the pages until she found the one she was searching for. The page with Hermes' prophecy about the wolf born of love stared back at her, the ink shimmering ominously.

Aphrodite ran her fingers over the words, mumbling as she read aloud: "From the north, a wolf born from love will come down, he who has the aura of war and creation..."

She paused, her brow furrowing. "Aura of war and creation... Hikari does have an unusual energy, a mix of different powers. But what does that mean? Could he really be the wolf?"

The goddess felt a growing sense of concern. She paced around her chamber, the realization sinking in that this prophecy could have more layers than she initially thought. If Hikari was the subject of the prophecy, it meant something far more significant was in motion than she'd imagined.

Aphrodite sighed, closing the book. "I need to be careful," she whispered to herself. "I'll keep watching, but for now, I can't interfere too directly. The Fates have a way of twisting things if I push too hard."

She set the book aside and gazed out at the mortal world, her mind churning with possibilities. "Let's just hope I'm wrong... but if I'm not..."

To be continued