In "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan, a humorous exchange occurs where one character questions the morality of eating Rudolph, a beloved reindeer, highlighting the conflict between holiday cheer and hunger. This situation illustrates how extreme circumstances can cause characters to abandon typical social norms and ethics for survival. Percy responds candidly, expressing his hunger so intensely that he also mentions being willing to eat the other reindeer, Prancer and Blitzen. This response emphasizes the urgent need for sustenance and the stark contrast between festive themes and the reality of their predicament, providing a light-hearted yet sharp commentary on the situation they find themselves in.

In "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan, a humorous exchange occurs where one character questions the morality of eating Rudolph, a beloved reindeer, highlighting the conflict between holiday cheer and hunger. This situation illustrates how extreme circumstances can cause characters to abandon typical social norms and ethics for survival.

Percy responds candidly, expressing his hunger so intensely that he also mentions being willing to eat the other reindeer, Prancer and Blitzen. This response emphasizes the urgent need for sustenance and the stark contrast between festive themes and the reality of their predicament, providing a light-hearted yet sharp commentary on the situation they find themselves in.