chapter 23
Dedicated to kirtika09. Thanks for helping me with the plot!
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Harry's pov
I can't believe what I am seeing right now. I almost thought that I am hallucinating until Hermione and Ron ran towards Percy's limp body on the ground.
I stared at Neville In shock. Why would he do that? He used the killing curse on Percy. How could he do that?
This was never expected of him. He is our friend. Or was.
I shook my head and ran after Hermione and Ron.
He lay on the ground motionless as we all stared at him with fear.
Annabeth was kneeling besides him, searching for something in her bag. She took out something Square and pushed it into his mouth and made him chew it by grabbing his jaw. We all circled around them and watched in anticipation. Piper, Jason and Leo looked worried too.
"Hey guys? What's going on?" Nico's voice came from behind and we turned to see him. He was confused but we didn't dare answer him. What would we say? 'One of our most trusted friend killed your cousin for no reason?'
When he got no answer he cut through the crowd and rushed to see what was the commotion about. When he saw Percy he didn't give any reaction. Just stared. Then he raised an eyebrow.
"Really Percy? Not now man. Get up." He ordered, rolling his eyes.
"I'm Nico, Percy was hit by the killing curse. It's impossible to survive it. He is probably de-" Ron was cut off by Nico's glare.
"Don't say it Ronald. This guy has survived Tartarus, what makes you think he will let a mere spell take him down?" Nico's voice was hard as steel, as if it physically pained him to say those words. I heard Hermione suck In a breath.
"Tartarus?! You don't mean the actual hell in the Greek mythology, do you?! And if he is alive then why isn't he waking up?" She asked
"I do mean the same Tartarus. And I know he's not dead for two reasons, first I'm the son of Hades, god of death. I would know if Percy passed the doors to my father's domain. And secondly, he's breathing. Just taking a nap" He said and rolled his eyes again. We looked closely at Percy and infact he was breathing. Annabeth had laid his head on her lap while Piper and Jason kneeled on either side.
I sighed in relief that he is alright. But how did he survived the killing curse? I will have to wait and find out. Now I have to take care of someone else.
"You guys better take him to the dormitory. I'll be back." I said and rushed to where Neville was. He was passed out on the ground. His wand still in his hand.
I can't believe he did that. Why though? I need answers. I shook him a little, ready to defend myself if he attacks. He groaned and blinked to get rid of dizziness.
"Harry? What? Why are we outside? Why are you pointing your wand at me?" He mumbled with a perplexed expression.
I was more confused now. He doesn't remember? What is going on?
"You don't remember what you did?" I asked.
"What are talking about about Harry? What did I do?" He asked.
"Harry!" I turned around when I heard Will solace call my name. He gestured with his hands to follow him. But I can't leave Neville here.
"Sorry mate. I have no other option." I said. I made him unconscious and levitated him towards professor McGonagall.
"Professor could you keep an eye on Neville for a while? I need to check up on Percy." I requested and professor McGonagall nodded.
I ran to the common room, which was crowded by gryffindors.
"Harry, Will said to send you to the boys dormitory once you are here. They are waiting for you." Dean said. I noticed and muttered a thanks.
Inside, all the demigods, Hermione and Ron stood besides Percy's bed. Annabeth sat on the bed with her bad rested against the headboard and Percy's head on her lap.
He was still asleep.
"It will take some time, but he will be as good as new." Jason said, maybe my expression gave away my guilt.
"I'm sorry. I never thought out of all people, Neville will do such a thing. I'm really sorry." I said looking at all of them.
"It's alright dude. You didn't know and no harm was done. Percy is just passed out. And we are used to him sleeping like a log anyway." Leo said with a chuckle.
"Speak for yourself metal-boy. You sleep like a dead man." Piper said and we all laughed at their funny exchange.
"We have important matters to discuss." Nico cut in. His expression was solemn and Thalia and Will looked disturbed.
"If it's important then Percy has to be present. But he's unconscious. We have to wait." Jason said.
"It can't wait Jason. We have to wake him up." Thalia pressed and gave him a look.
"Okay. Fine." Jason carried Percy on his shoulder like a sack of potatoes and went in the direction of the bathrooms.
We followed him and saw him dump Percy in one of the tubs full of water. I know Percy can't drown, but he is unconscious.
"That guy weights a tonne! What does he eat?!" Jason complained.
"Everything that is not good for him." Annabeth sighed.
A few minutes later Percy gasped and sat up straight. He blinked a few times and then grinned at all of us.
"Hey."
"You idiot!" Annabeth exclaimed and tackled Percy as soon as he got out of the tub, completely dry.
"Awww they are goals!" Piper squealed quietly and Jason just chuckled.
"Guys. We don't have time." Thalia said in an urgent tone.
We sat down on the beds and waited for Nico, Thalia and Will to start.
"My dad summoned me to Underworld." Nico started and Percy groaned.
"It's never a good sigh if Hades is involved." He muttered.
"Percy, Annabeth, do you remember NYX?" Thalia asked
Their faces paled as they nodded.
"Well let's say she remembers you too. She is gaining power. Set Underworld in chaos." Will said.
"That's not the worst part though." Nico continued.
"She set Voldemort's soul free."
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There it is! 1050 words! I know I say this a lot but again I'm sorry for late update....😋
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