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The afternoon sun slants through the pine trees of Camp Half-Blood, casting long shadows across the volleyball court where a crowd has gathered. A low murmur ripples through the Greek campers as a phalanx of Roman legionnaires stands in crisp formation, their purple standard catching the light. The air smells of dust and tension, broken only by the sharp voice of a daughter of Apollo. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness," she declares, her words slicing through the chatter. "We built on these ideals, and we shouldn't settle for less." Thalia bristles, stepping forward with a retort, but a son of Mars cuts her off with a smirk. "Ooh, if the shoe fits wear it!" he taunts. Chiron clears his throat, his gaze heavy on the assembly. "Mrs. Chase, your response?" Annabeth rises, her smil…