A Half-Blood Christmas (Un Natale Mezzosangue)
Demi-god and Christmas
A Half-Blood Christmas
It is a short story written by
Rick Riordan
It's in Italian, which
Rick Riordan
wrote this short story in
rickriordan.com
On December 18, 2020, it was the story of
Nico D Angelo
help
Percy Jackson
Find a Christmas present for
Annabeth
Will they succeed or not? Let's go on an adventure with both of them.
P.S. If the way
Writer
We apologize for any translation errors. At this place too.
can read
A Half-Blood Christmas
Italian language available at
Un Natale Mezzosangue
“Where are we?”
Percy Jackson
ask
"The city of Florence (
Florence)” Nico D Angelo
tell
Percy
Frowning, "What?"
The son of Hades breathed out, “To find a gift.
Annabeth chase
Your girlfriend is the reason we have to come to Florence, Italy, right?”
"yes."
Percy
Put your hand on your stomach. He had never really liked traveling through shadows. “Even though we have many options, But I think we should go to the store for Christmas presents.”
The streets of Florence were empty. The winter clouds are gray. in front of the two The cathedral's large dome looks like a medieval spaceship, ready to take off at any time.
“The store is near here.”
Nico
speaking while crossing the road His face was difficult to read due to his masked appearance.
"Which store?" Percy asked.
The son of Hades didn't answer.
Percy
Looking at the shop window There were only people running around. Even the tallest Christmas trees seem to sparkle in front of cathedrals, in Italy as well as in the United States and everywhere else.
It's been a very difficult year. Demi-gods like them rarely get seriously ill. During the spread of the disease But they can spread viruses. Therefore, they must wear masks to protect humans. Because that's what a hero would do.
However, the son of Poseidon was tired and ready for the new year. Recently, the monsters had to abide by the rules. It's also "social distancing," and it's hard to fight monsters with swords when you're six feet apart.
'here'
Nico
say
The storefront is not much different from other stores. It's at the entrance to the alley. There is a steel grate to close the door. and advertisements on the page The best diamonds are here.
"TRUE"
Percy
exclaimed
“When we enter”
Nico
Said, “Be polite and respectful.”
“Yes,” the man of Poseidon agreed.
Nico
Cough “However The owner of this shop will help you find the best gift for your girlfriend, but . . .”
“But what?”
Percy
ask
“The owner of the shop is a bit strange.”
Nico
reply
"okay"
Percy
Answer: He checked his bag. “So how do I pay him? I only had a dollar and an expired coupon for a sandwich.”
“Don't worry.”
Nico
Said, “The shop owner doesn't charge money. He will ask you to pay by other means.”
“Now I'm sleepy.”
Nico
Push the door and go inside.
Percy
follow him
Behind the counter There was a man wearing a large red robe. He turned away. The color of his hair was as white as snow. He is working on the table. Repairing a diamond necklace
"impossible"
Percy
Mumbling “Santa Claus?”
“Where?” the man exclaimed, turning around in a panic.
He is not Santa Claus.
His cloak spread out and turned into red wings. From his white hair, there were pointed ears like those of a wild cat. He has fangs like or similar to those of the forest frogs, which are also white. His nose had a beak like a vulture's.
Percy
Swallowing, "I'm sorry about that. I thought you were someone else.”
"Percy” Nico
said, “Let me introduce you to you. This is Charu (
Charu)
God of the Etruscans (
Etruscan)
is a guardian angel and the guide of death.”
"pleased to meet"
Charu
He spoke, his eyes glowing like flames. "Is there anything I can help with?"
“Sorry.”
Percy
Q. “Are you an Etruscan god?”
"yes yes"
Charu
Answer: “Before the Roman invaders came. This land was previously the home of the Etruscans. For this reason, the region is called Tuscany (
Tuscany)
I mean, you haven't studied at all, right?”
“But why—”
“Percy” Nico
polished up"
Charu
He was the last Etruscan god. The other gods began to disappear, but he was here to help the dead pass into the next world.”
"Alas"
Charu
Say, “That's true. I am still waiting, hoping that the other gods will return. But it never happened.”
He pointed his finger at a shop window. “Over the centuries Many people come to my shop headed for death. No one ever came back. There was a man named Dante (
Dante)
But there is no one but him. People and Gods They left me their most precious treasure. as you see What are you looking for?”
Percy
He wasn't sure he wanted a gift belonging to a dead god.
Annabe chase
But he didn't want to offend Sharu. He explains things that Annabeth likes.
“Does your girlfriend like the strategy?” Jaru smiled, taking off his ivory, “I have something.”
The ancient god took something from the locker. It's a gold bracelet. It is made of a small key. “This,” he said, “was created by Chertran.
Sethlans)
The Etruscan god of craftsmanship, the key . . . I'm just saying that they can open many things and solve many problems.”
Percy
Shocked, “It's perfect,” he admits, “but it must be expensive.”
“I would like to ask you something.”
Charu
Ask a question to
Percy “
Tell me the correct answer: Why should the ancient gods celebrate Christmas?”
The son of Hades looked tense. Maybe he didn't think the Son of Poseidon could take the oral test, but
percy
I thought carefully. Because in the past year he and his friends We went through something difficult together.
“Because,” said the son of Poseidon. “Christmas is for everyone. It represents hope. Especially during those difficult times, we all — gods, demigods, humans — need to help each other. We must be alert and optimistic. same as you The god who takes care of those in the world
You shouldn't give up hope.”
The god smiled, “Well said. This is your gift. We will probably meet again, right? Merry Christmas!"
When they went out again
Nico
Say: “Very impressive, mate.”
"thank you"
Percy
speaking while holding a bracelet “But I think it's a complete gift. Even if it's not a gem. But this is a good friendship. Merry Christmas, friend.”
"too Mr. Seaweed Brain"
The two laughed and walked back into the shadows together.
anecdote
Social distancing (
social distancing)
It is the process of controlling infection without using drugs. To stop or slow down the spread of infectious diseases. The purpose of social distancing is to reduce the chance of contact between people who are carriers and other people who are not infected. To reduce the spread of infection, illness, and ultimately death, which in the world of
Percy Jackson
also referred to the current situation of the 2019 coronavirus outbreak as well.
Charu (
Charu)
He is the guardian deity of the soul. and the guide of death of the Etruscans Souls must leave their most precious treasures to Charu before the soul travels to the underworld.
Dante (
Dante)
Full name: Dante Alighieri (
Dante Alighieri)
was a Florentine poet of the 13th and 14th centuries, and author of literature
Divine Comedy (
Dante's Tribhumi) This literary story is about Dante's journey to the three afterlife realms according to Christian beliefs of the time: Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven.
Tuscany (
Tuscany)
or Tuscany (
Toscana)
It is the home city of the ancient civilization of the Etruscans. What is now Tuscany is one of the provinces of Italy. There is Florence. is the main city
Florence (
Florence)
It is a city in central Italy. It is the capital and largest city of Tuscany.
Etruscan (
Etruscan) 1200
BC–550 BC The Etruscans were a prehistoric civilization before the founding of Rome. This civilization is located in the Po River basin (
Po Valley)
with the eastern part of the Alps France The Etruscans were influenced by the Greeks through trade. The Etruscans had a local religion. After Greek influence, they worshiped the gods Olympus. and the name was changed according to the words of the local people such as
zeus
change to
tinia ,Hera
change to
Uni, Hades
change to
Aita
etc. When the Latin people came and established Rome. The Etruscan peoples began to assimilate with the Romans. The Etruscan civilization ended. However, the Etruscan influence continued on with the Romans.
Chertran (
Sethlans)
He is the Etruscan god of fire, forge, and metalwork. His Greek name is
Hephaestus (
Hephaestus (Hephaestus) Roman name is
Vulcan (
Vulcan)
picture
Sethlans
from the game
Granblue Fantasy