~ Chapter Ten - Part 1~

Atlas was sitting in his office when Martin walked in. Martin had turned out to be a very obedient second for Atlas. He had ready his army for him and seemed to have spies everywhere. “Boss,” Martin said as he bowed in front of him.
“What is it, Martin?” He questioned as he spun around in his seat to face him.
Martin cleared his throat. “Sir, it's that old prophecy. It’s started. The wolf has awakened.”
Atlas frowned. “What do you mean she has awakened?” He demanded.
Martin sighed. “The demigod you tricked into taking your place prayed to her father, Apollo. He and Artemis have summoned the wolf and explained everything that is happening. At this very moment, this wolf has begun to build an army to fight against you,” he explained.
Atlas let out a furious growl. “Damn it!” He shouted as he threw one of the small statues on his desk at the wall. “I want her found and brought to me,” he glared at Martin. “You have spies everywhere. Find her.”
Martin nodded and left the office to do as Atlas had commanded.
Atlas sat on his throne as he looked out the window at his growing army. He had been hoping the runt wolf wouldn’t become aware of their destiny, let alone so soon after he had managed to get free from Uranus. So he had to think of a plan, just in case, they couldn’t find her. He had to have a backup plan in case she was able to build up her army the way that he feared she would be able to. Because while he gained allies and supporters through fear and pain, she’d be doing it through compassion and love. She would give them options to fight. She would fight just as hard for them as they would for her, bringing so many more allies to her side.
Katalina and Damien met their two warriors at the front entrance exactly when they said they would. “Alright, guys. I’m sure Sebastian has told you what’s going on. We’ll only be gone for a few days, but we must move quickly. This young demigod doesn’t have a lot of time, and apparently, we have quite a few stops to make,” Katalina explained as she ran a hand through her hair.
They both nodded in understanding.
They made their way outside to a large SUV and started their journey. It didn’t take them long to get to the house of the son of Hermes. He had only been a couple of states over. Katalina turned in the passenger seat to look at the two warriors in the back. “You two stay here but stay alert. We want this guy on our side, and I’m sure four wolves showing up at his door won’t help with that.”
They gave her a nod as they sat back in their seats.
Katalina and Damien made their way to his front door. She took a deep breath before knocking on the door. She leaned into Damien as they waited for someone to answer the door. After a couple of minutes, a young man with blonde hair and bright blue eyes opened the door with a dagger in hand. “Who are you?” He demanded. “What do you want?”
Katalina gave him a reassuring smile. “Hi. We’re sorry to interrupt your day, but we were hoping you could help us,” she said softly.
The demigod frowned as his grip tightened on the dagger in his hand. “Who sent you?” He demanded.
“Artemis sent us,” Katalina said softly. “We’re looking for a son of Hermes that could lead us to Daedalus,” she explained.
The demigod took a minute before nodding and sliding his dagger into a holster at his back. He opened his door wide and stepped to the side. “Come on inside,” he said.
Damien could tell that he was still being cautious, but no one could blame him.
They went inside, and the son of Hermes led them to a sitting room. “What’s your name?” Katalina asked in a gentle tone as they all sat down together.
“Lucas,” he said as he crossed his arms over his chest. “What’s yours?” He demanded.
Katalina placed a hand over her heart. “I’m Katalina,” she touched Damien’s shoulder. “This is my beloved mate, Damien,” she said softly.
Lucas shook his head with a small smile. “Wolves. I should have guessed when you said Artemis sent you.”
Katalina sighed as she ran a hand through her hair. “Please. I know we have no reason to bother you, and I wish we didn’t have to disturb your day, but a young demigod’s life depends on it. I wouldn’t be here otherwise.”
Lucas nodded. “I understand. What do you need me to help you with?” He questioned.
“We need to find Daedalus," Katalina started. “Jacques said that he knows where Prometheus is and that Prometheus knows where Adrestia is.”
Lucas raised an eyebrow. “That old man still wandering around?” He asked with a smirk.
Katalina giggled. “Yeah. He’s still around. He’s the one who gave me your address.”
Lucas chuckled as he shook his head and leaned back in his seat. “Of course he did. Jacques knew that I would help you. It’s the old prophecy,” he said with a shrug.
Katalina’s smile could light up the room as she sat on the edge of the couch in excitement. “So you’ll help us?” She asked.
Lucas nodded. “Of course. You’re the one who will lead us to victory,” he shrugged. “Plus, you seem sweet. You seem like you care about others.”
That same bright smile stayed stretched on her face. “Thank you so much, Lucas. I promise that we will take care of you and anything that you need,” she said as she bounced in her seat.
Lucas chuckled as he stood up. “Let me grab a few things, and then we can head out.”
Katalina nodded. “Take your time.”