Hello everyone!

I wanted to write something small so I just decided to write a one-shot. I hope y'all enjoy it :)

Summary: Percy and Annabeth spend a day at the mall. Food fights, jocks, and the usual shopping is all involved in this fun, summer one-shot!

Disclaimer: I do not own Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

ANNABETH'S POV:

"Remind me why you dragged me down here," Percy complained, pulling into the mall parking lot. He turned the car off, but made no effort to get out.

"Because..." I said, trying to figure out an excuse. "Didn't you say you wanted some new shoes for the new school year?"

"I can get shoes anywhere," he replied smirking.

I rolled my eyes. I then smiled at him. "Maybe I just wanted to spend time with my boyfriend since the gods have me booked for the entire week?"

"That sounds more like an accurate excuse," Percy grinned. He leaned forward and kissed me. It lasted for a few seconds before he pulled away. "Let's go ahead and get inside this torture chamber so we can leave."

I laughed and opened the door, stepping out. It was the second week of summer and it was already scorching outside. I wore some white shorts and a black-and-white striped tank-top. Percy grabbed my hand and we walked across the parking lot towards the entrance to the food court. Percy wore khaki cargo shorts and a sleeveless Camp Half-Blood shirt. I love summer. My incredible, good-looking boyfriend could wear shirts that showed he's been working out. But I'm never going to admit that to him.

"Can I tell you something?" he asked as he opened the door for me.

I smiled at him. "Thank you. Yes, you may."

"I know this may sound weird, but I love how you don't wear low-cut tops or short-shorts," Percy said rubbing the back of his neck. We entered the cool mall and were making our way towards a table.

I sat down in front of him. "Well, I just think you don't need to pressure guys even more. I mean, I don't wear bikinis or short-shorts because I don't want to tempt them more. They already have enough temptation as it is."

"And I don't want guys thinking of my girlfriend like that," Percy said glancing at his shoes.

I reached over and grabbed his hand, intertwining our fingers. "I appreciate that."

"What?" he asked confused.

"That you're protective over me."

He grinned. "I've always been protective over you. You just never realized it."

I raised an eyebrow. "Oh, I didn't? May I recall that you traveled across the country to save me? Or you were wanting to go and kill the guy when I got stabbed? Or the time-"

Percy chuckled, cutting me off. He got up from his seat. "I'm just giving you a hard time, Wise Girl." We stood, side by side, contemplating where to eat. "So, where do you want to eat, dear?"

"No idea," I shrugged. "You?"

"No idea," he agreed.

I clicked my tongue, looking at the names of the restaurants. I was contemplating between Chinese or pizza. "I'm kind of in the mood for Chinese."

We walked over to the Chinese place and I ordered what I wanted. Percy got the same. We had almost the same appetite. I was about to get out my wallet, but Percy's hand covered mine and he handed the cashier a twenty-dollar bill.

"Per-" I began to protest, but he shushed me.

He chuckled at my expression. "Let me get it."

"Sea-" I started, but he cut me off again.

Percy shook his head, grabbing the change and placing it in my hand. "There. You can keep the change." I grabbed my food and drink, sighing. He wasn't taking no for an answer. I walked over to where we sat earlier and took a bite of my meat.

"Are you mad at me?" he asked when he sat down.

I looked up at him. "No."

"I know you like paying, but I felt like being a good boyfriend and paying for your lunch."

I started laughing. He raised an eyebrow. I grabbed a couple noodles off my plate and threw them onto his tray. "You're a great boyfriend, Seaweed Brain! You don't need to buy my food to prove it."

He tossed a piece of meat onto my plate. "Very mature of you, Miss Chase."

I threw more noodles. "Yes, I'm very mature."

"You're acting like a child right now." I laughed when some of the meat I threw landed in his mouth.

He picked up a big piece of meat and it landed on the tray, thankfully. "I can get even."

"You get any sauce on these white shorts, it'll be the last date we have in a while," I threatened.

"Yes, dear," Percy replied placing the noodles that was in his hand back onto his plate and taking a bite of them instead of throwing them at me. Good Seaweed Brain.

SCENE CHANGE

Percy was throwing our food away as I sat at our table, playing with his iPod. His wallpaper was a picture of me I never seen before. He must have taken it when I wasn't paying attention. I was staring out the window, my blonde hair pulled into a french braid. The sun was in the background, shining through the glass. My boyfriend appeared in front of me and I grabbed his hand. We walked away from the food court towards the stores. So many stores to choose from. More than anything, I'm just gonna try stuff on and get Percy's opinion on them. There was this dress in this cute little store, but I still haven't decided on whether to get it or not.

"When did you take that picture of me on your iPod?" I asked.

Percy raised an eyebrow. "What picture?"

"Your wallpaper," I replied.

He took his iPod out and typed in his password. The picture appeared on his screen. "This one?" he asked, pointing at it. I nodded. "I took it a few weeks ago. We were studying for finals and you got distracted by the neighbors next door. I was playing with my iPod and I just took the picture. It's one of my favorites of you actually."

"Oh, I remember, now!" I exclaimed. "And what do you mean 'we were studying'? I was the one studying. You were helping yourself to your mother's blue, chocolate-chip cookies."

Percy laughed. "I do love my mother's cookies."

We both laughed. I mentioned something that I heard in his sentence. "One of your favorite pictures? You have favorites?"

"Yeah," he answered. He took his iPod out again and scrolled through his photos. He held up one of me smiling at the camera with the bear he won for me at the local carnival. Another one showed me looking in the opposite direction, but facing him while drinking out of a straw. He slid the screen to one that had me posing with the end of my pencil in my mouth. The last one he showed me was the one of me sitting on a slide.

Percy and I were laughing at that one. He shut his iPod off and slipped it into his pocket. "I love that one because you were free from Olympus and the gods' wrath."

"Oh, thank you for coming over that day. I was about to die," I sighed from laughing.

He gripped my hand. "So, where do you want to go first, Wise Girl?"

"Um, photo booth?" I asked, pointing to the booth a few feet in front of us.

Percy shrugged. "I don't really like those."

"Yeah, you don't really have enough time to figure out what to do."

"Besides we have our own photo booth," he said patting his pocket that contained his iPod.

I laughed, dragging him across the mall. There were some sales going on and the clearance racks is where I mostly spend my time. The only time I go to the mall is with my friends from school and with Percy, which he hates, but he does it because he loves me. For his sake, I brought him over to where the hat store was. I grabbed a hat off the shelf and placed it onto his head. Percy actually looked really in good in it.

"How does it look?" he asked, holding his hands out.

I put my hands on my hips and pretended to be thinking. "Hmm... it looks really good. For a Seaweed Brain," I added.

"For a Seaweed Brain," he muttered.

I stepped forward and grabbed his iPod out of his pocket, snapping a quick picture of him. He raised an eyebrow and I took another. He grabbed his electronic out of my hand and put the hat back on the shelf. The next few minutes, we were taking pictures with tons of hats on our heads. Percy and I could act like idiots in front of each other without being embarrassed. We were both comfortable with each other and we didn't have to pretend that we were perfect.

We continued to walk around the mall, stopping at different stores. One time, I glanced behind me and noticed some guys walking behind us, snickering and flirting with girls. One of the boys winked at me and I turned around, gripping Percy's hand tighter. In response, he laced our fingers together and squeezed my hand.

"Are you all right?" Percy asked, seeing my expression. "You look like the gods found a new architect to design Olympus. Is ev- wait, they didn't, did they?"

I laughed. "No, Seaweed Brain. I would be very angry and more vicious than I ever was before. I honestly don't think they want to know my wrath if they do that to me."

"Then what's wrong?" he inquired.

"Those guys behind us are looking at me. I don't really like it. They're making me feel uncomfortable," I answered.

Percy glanced behind us, and for a second, I thought that he was about to give them a piece of his mind. But instead he grabbed me, wrapping his arms around my waist. I was about to question what he was about to do, then he picked me up off the ground and I started laughing as he spun me around in his arms. He set me down on my feet and I faced him, wrapping my arms around his neck. Laughing in each other's arms, we stood in the middle of the walkway. Other people that were enjoying a day at the mall glanced at us, but Percy and I didn't care. All that mattered was that we were enjoying each other's company.

Percy kissed my forehead, making the smile on my face grow wider. "What do you want to do now, Miss Chase?"

I pulled away from the embrace, grabbing his wrist. "I kind of want to show you this dress that I liked last time I came here."

"Annabeth Chase likes a dress? I believe the world just ended," Percy teased.

I rolled my eyes. "We saved the world, remember?"

"Hah, yes, I remember. I believe we fought side by side."

I smiled, pulling him into the store. "Please, Percy? I really want your opinion."

"Ugh, fine. I already know your just going to drag me in- and look, here we are!" Percy exclaimed noticing that I distracted him while taking him inside the shop. His eyes widened as I grabbed the dress off the rack. "That's the dress?"

"Yeah. When I first saw it, I thought of you. Considering the fact that your favorite color is blue," I said smiling at him. We walked over to the changing rooms. "Sorry, Seaweed Brain, but this is where we have to part."

"Darn," he said smirking.

I closed the door behind me, holding my laughter in as I changed into the blue dress. It was strapless. A little bit higher than the knees, but not too short. I could wear it in front of my father if he was here. My friends forced me into trying it on after I accidentally showed interest in it in front of them. I stepped out of the dressing room and Percy stood, leaning against the wall. His arms were crossed as he stared in the opposite direction. He was so good-looking. Gods, I'm sounding like a daughter of Aphrodite.

"Earth to demigod," I said making sure no one was around us before I said it.

He turned to look at me and he didn't speak. All he did to show that he liked it was allowing a great big smile light up his face. I did a small turn, letting him see the entire dress. Percy just continued to grin and I walked over to him, running my hands through his messy hair as he pressed his lips to mine. I felt volts of electricity from my head down to my toes. Percy and I didn't really show affection in public. I mean, hugging and a peck on the lips was all we did at restaurants or any other places. Come to think of it, we hardly showed affection anywhere except when it's just us. We've been dating for almost a year. (AN: They're seventeen. It's the summer after sophmore year.) Percy pulled away from the kiss and rested his forehead against mine.

"That dress... makes you look even more beautiful than you already are," he whispered, his green eyes staring into mine.

I smiled. "Thank you. So, I'm guessing you like it?"

Percy grinned, letting go of my waist. I just noticed that my hands were knotted in his hair and his hands were holding my waist. "Yes. I like it a lot."

"I thought you might," I said turning from his arms and walking towards the dressing room. I closed the door and changed back into my outfit. I grabbed the dress and hanger, exiting the changing rooms. I handed the dress to the cashier.

Percy appeared at my side. "Do you got it?"

I nodded. "I have babysitting money and I've been planning to buy something with it. Wa-la."

"Wa-la," he mumbled, agreeing with me.

LATER THAT AFTERNOON

I collapsed on the couch, Percy throwing his arm around my shoulders. He reached over and grabbed the remote controller off the coffee table. I swiftly took the remote out of his hands and turned on the TV, turning to the History channel. Percy tried to grab the remote, but I clutched it to my chest and rolled over so that I was lying on my stomach.

"Oh, come on, Wise Girl. That's not fair! I went to the mall for you and now you get to do something that I want to do," he said. I realized that he was on my back, holding me down so I couldn't escape. "Annabeth," he breathed. "Come on."

"No."

"Please, Wise Girl."

"Seaweed Brain, we both know how this is going to turn out."

"Yeah, I'm gonna win."

I snorted. "The correct term is 'going to' win, dork."

"Oh, shut up, nerd."

I sighed, knowing that I would lose this fight. For the first time ever, I caved in. That Seaweed Brain had won. "Fine. Now, let me up."

"I don't know. I kind of like this position," he said. I could practically hear the smirk on his face.

I rolled my eyes. "Only because you're in control."

"Exactly," Percy chuckled before pushing himself up and sitting beside me.

We sat on his couch as Sally (his mother) and Paul (his step-dad) were in the kitchen, starting to get dinner prepared. One of the Batman movies was playing. Percy had his arm around my shoulders as I snuggled into his side. In any other state, I probably wouldn't be this 'romantic' with any other guy except for Percy. He made feel something I've never felt before. I glanced over at my invincible boyfriend, staring at his features. Black hair, gorgeous green eyes, muscles to make girls swoon over him, an absolute great heart. I love this boy.

"Do I have something on my shirt?" Percy asked, turning down the movie.

I blushed lightly. "No."

"Then why are you looking at me?"

"Do I have to have an excuse to look at my amazing boyfriend?" I said. I realized what I said and immediately covered my face before the redness showed.

Percy laughed. "Amazing, now, am I? I thought I was annoying and oblivious?"

"You are oblivious and annoying," I retorted.

"Not as much as I used to be," he replied.

I sighed. "I guess so."

He grabbed my hand. "So, Wise Girl, I have a question to ask you." He said each word after kissing each of my fingers.

"Well, shoot."

Percy ran his fingers through my hair. "Um, my parents and I are going to the Montauk Beach this weekend and I was wondering... if you would like to, uh, come with us?"

I raised an eyebrow. "The Montauk Beach? I thought that was time with your parents."

"Actually, they're the ones that suggested it."

I smiled and threw my hands up. "Well, how can I say no to Sally?"

He frowned. I leaned forward and kissed him. "I'm just joking, Seaweed Brain."

"So, you'll like to come?" Percy asked.

I laughed. "Yes, doofus."

"Okay, nerd."

"Fish Breath."

"Owl Head."

"Buttface."

"Butt...nerd. Butt-nerd."

"What the Hades is a butt-nerd?"

"I don't know."

"What is with the name-calling?" Sally, his mother, said walking into the living room.

Percy turned around in his seat and grinned at his mother. "We're just messing around with each other. Name-calling is one of the things we do when we get bored, Mom."

"Yes, but your son made up a new word to call me. A butt-nerd," I said.

Sally raised an eyebrow. "What's a butt-nerd?"

I shrugged. "No idea. Ask the genius who came up with it."

Sally shook her head at her son. She took a minute to think about the word before turning towards me. "Anyways, Annabeth, dear? Are you joining us for dinner?"

"I would love to, Sally, but I need to get home. I need to start getting clothes together since I'm going to be joining you over the weekend," I said getting up from the couch.

Sally ran over and gave me a hug. "Oh, so, you're coming?"

"Yes."

She ran over to me and wrapped her arms around me. "Aww, I'm so happy! I'm sure Percy is too! Oh, just to let you know, Paul and Percy will be sharing a room, so we'll be together."

"That's fine with me. I think my dad will like that too," I laughed.

Percy stood up to stand beside me. "Just to forwarn you, I'm gonna throw you in."

"Um, who said you could?"

He grinned. "I just did."

Sally smiled at our small bickering and gave me another hug. "I'm just so happy that you're coming. We're going to leave early Saturday morning and come back Monday night. I hope that's okay with your parents."

"I'm sure it will be fine."

His mother smiled again. "All right, dear. I'll see you Saturday morning."

"Yes ma'am."

After Sally exited the room, Percy grabbed me by the waist and we collapsed on the couch. He threw his arms around me, wrapping me up in a bear hug. "I'm glad you're coming."

"I'm glad I'm going."

He released me from the embrace. "I'll see you in three days."

"I still need to get my parent's permisson," I replied.

Percy chuckled. "Actually my mom already talked to your parents. They had no problem with it as long as we didn't share a room."

I laughed. "Well, good. I need to go. Dinner will be ready soon. Take me home, Seaweed Brain?"

"I would love to, Wise Girl," he said standing up and giving me a light kiss on the lips.

SCENE CHANGE

I stopped finalizing for a minute, looking at the materials in my suitcase. Shorts, t-shirts, tank-tops, undergarments, a nice outfit (Sally said we were probably going to a nice restaurant) bathing suit, towels, toiletries, converse, flip-flops, and- ah,ha! my cell phone from emergencies. I knew I was missing something. Percy stood in the doorway of my bedroom, watching me make sure I had everything packed up and I didn't forget anything.

"Do you think I'll need anything else?" I asked.

He shrugged. "I think you got everything." He stepped into my room, grabbing the backpack from the floor that had the stuff I was bringing on the trip there. "Gods, Annabeth. What do you have in here?"

"Books, sketch-book, a small blanket, an extra pair of clothes in case you dump me in the ocean when we first get there-"

"You know me so well, Wise Girl."

I grinned. "Um, and I think that's it. The books are probably making it heavy."

Percy stood behind me as I finished zipping the suitcase up. He rested his head on my shoulder. "So, are you excited?"

"Yes. I'm actually getting a vacation. And it's with some amazing people," I smiled.

He laughed. "Come on, let's get going. My parents are waiting downstairs."

Percy grabbed my suitcase and threw the backpack over his shoulder. On the ride there, I was wearing my most comfy pair of shorts and Percy's Goode sweatshirt. I was comfortable and I was also going to have his shoulder on the way. I hardly slept last night because I was finishing a plan of Olympus. I trailed down the stairs behind him. His parents were waiting in the car. I said goodbye to my parents and promised to check in.

As we pulled out onto the highway, I pulled my legs up onto the seat and snuggled up to my boyfriend's side. He automatically wrapped an arm around my shoulders as I dug my head into his neck. He tugged on the side of his sweatshirt.

"How'd you get this?" he asked.

I smiled. "I stole it."

"When'd you steal it?"

My eyes are started to flutter. "A few weeks ago. Why? Do you want it back?"

"Nah, go ahead and keep it," Percy rubbed my arm. Suddenly his lips were at my ear as he whispered, "It looks better on you anyway."

"Why, thank you. And even if you wanted it back, I was still going to keep it."

He chuckled softly. "Figured you would."

I smiled again and wrapped my arms around his waist, burying my face into his chest. "Hmm, you're comfortable," I mumbled.

Percy laughed. "Thanks, Wise Girl."

After our small conversation was finished, I closed my eyes and fell asleep to the sound of Percy's voice chatting with his parents.

I think there was enough fluff in this for everyone to choke. So sorry.

On my page, there's a one-shot for the series Ranger's Apprentice. If any of you like that series, go check it out if you want.

I hope you enjoyed the one-shot.

-HunterofArtemis32