The Real Greek Life [.celestinal. x G.L'S]

[.celestential.]

Rianon jumped at the sound of a voice suddenly booming from seemingly nowhere, though she guessed it was coming from somewhere across the barrier. "Um, we're from Camp Halfblood," she called out tentatively. "We're here to talk to Soteria? If this is where she is."

[G.L'S]

- K e e g a n -

"She ain't here!" the other side rebuked, causing Keegan to smile at the satyr obviously trying to be tough on the other side.
"Well thank you for telling us that she is. Now can you direct us to Soteria? It is rather urgent," they said with a smirk.
"No I won't! Now go away!"
"I can make it worth your while," they offered feeling a little desperate, "this is a really big deal and is kinda life or death for everyone."
Silence filled the area before the satyr finally answered, "Well why didn't you say so?"

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[.celestential.]

Rianon stepped closer to the barrier. "Well, you didn't really give us a chance to explain ourselves," she pointed out, trying not to sound bitter about it. "But we really need to see Soteria. If we don't convince her to help us the Titans could start another attempt to regain control of Olympus and destroy everything." Saying it out loud she remembered just how important their quest was, and what would happen to their home and the entire world. "Please," she pleaded.

[G.L'S]

- K e e g a n -

It was quiet for a moment before a doorway appeared in front of them and the satyr in question sat in front of them. He reminded Keegan of Coach Hedge but much pudgier and likely didn't have a nice wife. He looked them over and sniffed, as if disappointed that more impressive demigod kids weren't sent, "I got my eye on both of you."
Keegan nodded half heartedly before shooting a smile at Rianon and walking through. When they stepped through the portal, it was like stepping into a whole new world. The satyr smirked at their expression and said, "welcome to New Patras."

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[.celestential.]

Rianon followed Keegan through the opening in the barrier and stopped ass soon as she was through and the Mist wasn't hiding the true sight of what they were looking at. Her jaw dropped as she took in the amazing sight of the bustling city. It seemed to be full of mostly satyrs and dryads, and the buildings were beautifully built in Ancient Greek style architecture. "Oh, wow," Rianon said in amazement.

[G.L'S]

- K e e g a n -

"You got that right," they replied in awe as well, "can we live here?"
They followed behind the satyr as he explained that Soteria designed it to be like her temple in Patras since she loved it so much. There were nymphs, dryads and satyrs everywhere happily living their lives in total bliss.
"You think it's nice here, wait til you get behind the castle wall," he said and gestured up to the stone wall. It was almost out of a dream. They could have everyone here. Them, Rianon, their siblings, their dad, and be totally safe. But the sobering reality of Camp Half-Blood came crashing back and killed their euphoria.

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[.celestential.]

Rianon was barely listening to the satyr as he explained the city and why it existed. She was too busy admiring it all, wishing they could spend more time here exploring the city. "Do you think Soteria will allow us to talk to her?" she asked, turning to look at their satyr guide. "She put all this effort into keeping people out, will she let us in?" She didn't say it out loud but she was also thinking about how many gods didn't particularly enjoy the presence of demigods and didn't like to get involved in their affairs.

[G.L'S]

- K e e g a n -

They listened quietly and thought just how unwelcome they likely were here. She made this place to keep the world out, so they likely would leave empty handed. They knew they'd have to do some fine convincing.
"Even if she helped us with our own; we wouldn't have to bother her anymore," they said with a small smile.
The satyr in response looked them both over and continued walking, "well she sent for you so you've gotta convince her. And now's your chance."
They reached the wall and knew she'd be on the other side. Hoping for amiability, they shot a reassuring smile to Rianon before walking in.

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[.celestential.]

Rianon took a deep breath before following Keegan beyond the boundaries of the wall. She knew that neither of them were the most impressive demigods, not like they were children of the Big Three or anything,and she hoped that Soteria would help them despite that. She caught up to Keegan and grabbed their hand again, lacing her fingers with theirs. “Ready?” she asked.

[G.L'S]

- K e e g a n -

They were wrapped up in looking around that Rianon took them by surprise when she grabbed their hand. Happy for the welcome touch, they squeezed it gently and pulled her closer, "ready."
They walked onward into the castle until a large set of doors opened on the other end, likely leading to the goddess' room.

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