Summary

In Chapter 3, "Atticus's Last Wish," in Olympus, word of Apollo and Hermes's wager spreads. The other gods, particularly Zeus, are troubled by their involvement with mortal lives. Pitying Atticus, Zeus decides to involve himself in the dog's fate. Though Atticus was a difficult leader, he has a conscience, which causes him to regret his actions. Zeus admires this about him, particularly his unbending faith. The motivation behind much of his leadership was his longing for the old way of life. Atticus had known if he was to be the strongest, Benjy would have to be the weakest. After Benjy's disappearance, Max took his place. Max's arrogance regarding his irreplaceability in the pack, bothered Atticus. He even attempted mounting Atticus, which was unacceptable.

Troubled by the pack's misbehaviors, Atticus found a haven for himself to pray, a habit Zeus admired. So, troubled...