pjo · camp half-blood · luke castellan · battle scene · new demigod · greek mythology · ensemble cast · titans war · action · adventure
The Labyrinth's walls seemed to pulse as we ran, a dizzying chase through stone and shadow. Annabeth was breathing hard, Rachel leaning on Grover for support, while Nico moved with a grim, silent purpose. Then, from a branching corridor, came the unmistakable sound of clashing blades and Luke Castellan's pained shout. We slipped into a recess, peering out to see the traitorous son of Hermes locked in combat with a stranger—another demigod, driving Luke back with fierce, determined strikes. 'Give it up, you! Kronos will not be denied!' Luke snarled, his movements turning ugly and desperate. Nico shifted beside me, his fascination pulling him forward until his foot slipped on loose gravel. The sound echoed. Luke's head snapped toward our hiding place, a slow, venomous smile spreading. 'We…