My mother made a squeaking sound that might of been either yes or help.Poseidon took it as a yes and came in.Paul was looking back and forth between us, trying to read our expressions.Finally he stepped forward.Hi, I'm Paul Blofis.Poseidon raised an eyebrow and then shook his hand.Blowfish, did you say?Ah, no. Blofis, actually.Oh, I see, Poseidon said. A shame. I quite like blowfish. I am Poseidon.Poseidon? That's an interesting name.Yes, I like it. I've gone by other names, but I do prefer Poseidon.Like the god of the sea.Very much like that, yes
In this scene from "The Battle of the Labyrinth," Poseidon hears a sound from the narrator's mother, which he interprets as a confirmation to enter. Meanwhile, Paul Blofis, a character in the story, is visibly confused as he looks between Poseidon and the narrator, unsure of what is happening. Eventually, Paul introduces himself, and Poseidon humorously misinterprets his last name as "Blowfish," before realizing it is actually Blofis.
As Poseidon engages in conversation, he expresses enjoyment for his name, comparing it to that of the god of the sea. This light-hearted exchange underscores the surreal interactions occurring in the narrative, reflecting the blend of humor and myth that characterizes Riordan's writing. The dialogue also showcases the characters’ personalities, particularly Poseidon's playful demeanor and Paul's awkwardness.
