Beginning Notes

Here's the first chapter. In this chapter Charlotte is coming out to her parents as bi. All characters belong to Rick Riordan, hope you enjoy.

Charlotte's POV

Today is the day. The day I've been dreading for a while, but also look forward to getting over and done with. Today I'm going to finally tell my parents that I'm bisexual.

I feel kind of guilty for putting this off for so long, because I've known it for almost two years now. My parents and I have a pretty good bond. I tell them everything. I told them about my first boyfriend, my grades, my first breakup, that I got in a fight at school, you get it. Except that I'm bi. Only my best friend Esperanzo knows about it. But today that would change.

When I get home, my mother is sitting in the kitchen reading a book. 'Hey Mum, where's Dad?' I ask. 'Visiting Grover. How was your day?' she asks, putting down her book. 'Yeah, fine,' I say. 'When will Dad be home?' I ask. My mother shrugs.

I go to my room and try to do some homework, but I can't concentrate. I sit down on my bed and listen to some music. Maybe that will help. I don't know what's wrong. Am I stressed about coming out? It's not like my parents will disown me, some of their best friends are gay. I know they'll accept me for who I am.

I can't imagine how hard it must be for those who get disowned by their family, just because they love someone. And sadly it happens a lot. I sigh. I just have to find the courage. Gods, how do people do this?

There's a knock on my door. 'Come in,' I say. The door slowly opens and Luke steps into my room. 'Hey, Lukie.' 'Hey. Um, Mum said that I should check how you were doing. She said you looked a bit tense when you got home.' 'That's because I am kind of tense,' I admit. Luke sits down next to me. 'What's going on sis?' he asks.

I take a deep breath. Luke deserves to know, and I think that telling Mum and Dad will be easier if he knows. 'I... I'm bi,' I say. Luke is silent for a little. He probably has to take in the news. After a while, he says: 'Wow, Char, that's awesome.' 'Yeah, I want to tell Mum and Dad tonight,' I explain. 'You'll do great,' he says, and leaves.

That evening while we're having dinner, I decide to just do it. I look at Luke, and he nods slightly. I reach under the table for his hand. He gently squeezes my hand and his encouragement motivates me.

'Mum, Dad,' I say. 'I'm bisexual.' My dad blinks as if confused, but then he says: 'Wow, that was... sudden. To be honest, didn't see it coming.' My mother swats his shoulder. 'You never see anything coming Seaweed Brain.' She turns back to me. 'Sweetie, how long did you know?' 'Almost two years now,' I say. 'Does anyone else know?' my father asks. 'Just Lukie and Esperanzo.' He nods. 'Well, as long as you're happy, I'm fine with almost anything,' he says. I smile. I definitely have the best family ever.

End Notes

I know, a bit short, but I still think it's nice. If you have any ideas, just let me know, I don't have anything specific planned for the next chapter yet. Hope y'all have a great day. Byeee :)