-Thalia's P.O.V-

Eating at the table, in the ship's cafeteria, I fingered my bracelet, Aegis. It brought me memories of the past, with Luke...I really miss him.

A glass of milk was set down, and I looked up.

"Hey." Jason slid in a seat across from me. "What are you thinking?"

I bit my lip. "Just...from the past. Have you ever thought of how a person was good, then bad, then good again?"

He scratched his head. "Um, that's kind of of confusing for me."

"Well, he was possessed, so should that count as good or bad?" I said.

"Okay, which guy is it?"

"From my past, I met this guy...Luke. He died at the end."

"Sorry. He sounds really important." Jason took a sip of his milk.

"He is - was," I corrected.

He looked quiet for a moment. In fact, he kind of reminded me of Luke. Same type of hair. Eyes.

-Frank's P.O.V-

I glared at Leo.

He shifted. "I was kidding, dude. Could I help myself if she was wearing a towel? If she went walking out on the street like that, there would be guys stalking her. Plus, inflation was nagging at me!"

"Infatuation," I said. "Not infla - okay, do you even know what that word means?"

"Being attracted to hot people - like me."

"Yeah, okay." I rolled my eyes.

"So...I'm just going to head out to get grub. That okay with you? Or do I need your permission?"

I pretended to think over it. "Sure, and while you're at it, can you get me some pepsi?" Truth was, my throat was dry from having this talk. I'll try and get a word in with Hazel afterwards, I decided.

-Reyna's P.O.V-

I brushed through my dark hair, thinking over this morning. I needed to have a boyfriend. Everyone thought too serious - I just need time to relax, and chill out...with who? I saw many guys on the cruise, cute and all. Simple. Just get a guy. How hard can it be?

I walked out, going to Piper's Room. Hesitatingly, I knocked on the door.

There was no answer, but before I could leave, Piper opened the door, seeming shocked. "Reyna. Why - why are you here?"

I took a deep breath. "I need help getting a boyfriend."

"Okay, and you want me to help you?"

I stiffened. "If this is about Jason, I'm over him."

"I know that. But why did you decide to talk to me? Don't you hate me?"

"Daughter of Aphrodite," I said, trying not to get irritated. I mean, duh, she had a mother who was the Goddess of Love!

"Let's see what I can do. First off, clothes." Piper led me to her closet. "You're about my size. If you're going casual, wear a sundress with sandals."

I shifted. "Uh, I'm not to sure about that."

"Don't worry. Here." Piper placed a green dress, with blue trimming. "And for your hair, put it down. Some blush would be good and maybe bronze eyeshadow to bring out your eyes…"

I jerked away. "No makeup."

She shrugged. "Okay, then. Now that we finished your look, tips on flirting."

I practically fainted.

-Annabeth's P.O.V-

Percy and I were sitting on a blanket, near a cozy place outside. I sighed in appreciation of how this cruise was going. It was definitely fun.

Percy was beside me, smiling, too. He set the food out of the picnic basket. "PB&J Sandwiches, two bottles of coke, and, for dessert, pieces of chocolate," he recited.

"Love it," I said. I watched out at the beautiful sea. It had a slight aura to it, like Poseidon was watching. He probably was.

Percy leaned over, and kissed me. "I love you," he whispered.

I kissed him back. "I know, Seaweed Brain."

-Piper's P.O.V-

I was finally finished giving advice.

Reyna furrowed her eyebrow. "Why would I need to flip my hair?"

"To show that you're interested in him," I said. "Listen, just forget what I said. "Maybe if you just be yourself...scratch that."

She winced. "Listen, Piper. I appreciate all of this...and I know I'm kind of...snobbish. But I don't think I want to do this anymore."

"So I wasted two hours on all of this?" I joked. She gave a small smile. "But seriously," I continued. "You just aren't really comfortable with associating with others. That's obvious. Maybe if you try and fit in-"

"Okay, I get the philosophy stuff. Don't worry. Let's just try this out, okay?" Reyna walked down to the cafeteria, and I followed her.

-Jason's P.O.V-

"I need a huge update every five years," I said. "So you still like Luke, even though he's dead?"

"Not that way. We're, like, brother and sister."

I nodded. "My last five years were pretty hectic…" I trailed off, noticing a pretty girl heading towards us.

Thalia widened her eyes. "Is that you, Reyna?" she asked.

"Yes, it is," Reyna whispered. "Do I look okay?"

"Like a princess," Thalia said, rolling her eyes. "Why are you dressed that way?"

Reyna flushed. "I'm here to get a boyfriend."

I stared at her. "Really? But - why?"

"I realized I didn't have time-" Reyna began.

Thalia snorted.

Reyna gave her a glare. "-for any relationships."

I flinched at the last word.

Piper came up behind her. "As you can tell, I did a complete makeover on her. I'm trying to spot other guys who look single."

"Believe or not, I found a perfect match," I said. "See that guy near us? He is single, who broke up with a girl. They weren't that serious."

Thalia gave me an odd look.

"I guess so…" Reyna replied slowly. She approached the guy, as he just stared at her.

Reyna looked worried, and then flashed a smile.

The dude smirked back. "My name is Ware-dow."

Reyna broke into to fake laughter. "Nice joke," she said politely.

Ware-dow gave a blank look. "That wasn't a joke."

"Oh." Reyna paused, then went back to us.

I couldn't help it. I laughed. Especially Thalia. Piper was trying not to, but you could she a smile appearing.

Reyna actually looked cross. "Who has a name that's pronounced 'Weirdo'?!"

"Him, obviously," Thalia said. There were tears in her eyes, and she finally managed to say, "I actually think this trip is a lot more entertaining!"

~La Fin~