Hello! (: It's been awhile hasn't it? I wasn't inactive, I just wasn't updating this story. I was updating some of my others, and maybe you can check them out. :D Thanks for all your reviews, favorites, and alerts. We're only two chapters into this story, and I'm glad I've already received a lot of support.

So in the past, I usually stated that I had classes over the weekends and classes right after I get home from school, and this was all preparatory classes for an upcoming test. The test determines the high school you might possibly get into. I took the test a couple of months ago, and I just received the results on Monday, March 18th. I am delighted to say that I got into one of the most prestigious schools of the city, but things aren't going to end from there. Earning your spot in and taking the test is only one of the easiest steps, and I've heard that the classes are pretty hard. I'm kind of nervous yet excited about what is yet to come, so when the new school year starts (I'll be a freshman), I might possibly be on hiatus or be inactive and not update. I apologize for that, and so I will try to update every once in a while. I'm just forewarning you guys in advance for what is yet to come, and I truly am sorry. ):

Okay, now that that is settled, I think it's time for you to read. :) Here's the next chapter of Coming Home. Enjoy! There might be some time skips as the scenes progress, and I hope you guys won't get confused.

Disclaimer: I do not own Percy Jackson and the Olympians or the Heroes of Olympus in any shape or form.

In Camp Jupiter

Reyna smiled as she looked at some blueprints upon a long and white marble table. She was currently with Annabeth, Jason, Frank, and Hazel in the principia of New Rome, and they were gazing on a design none other created by Annabeth Chase. A daughter of Athena was unique in Camp Jupiter, and with this child being the smartest in Camp Half-Blood, it made things even better.

"So since this camp is basically like this one but not to the same extent, the temples of the Roman Gods would be on this hill over here," The blonde's finger pointed towards a topography of a hill on the paper. Her fingers glided towards another corner. "The barracks, another principia, and the baths would be here, and we could even construct a path that leads to a smaller version of New Rome." Her eyebrows scrunched up as she looked at her friends thoughtfully. "Of course we couldn't bring have a Little Tiber there or the Field of Mars, but there is a lake and some tributaries you can use to get water. Aqueducts can be built, and you guys are able to get freshwater. There's also a large field provided so you guys can have your war games over there."

"What about Terminus?" Frank couldn't help but ask. "There isn't a Pomerian Line in the camp." Annabeth cursed as her palm made in contact with her forehead.

"I totally forgot that! But yes, the Pomerian Line should be included so that no fights can break out in New Rome," Annabeth started scribbling some notes onto a Post-It before she stuck it onto a pile of ideas. Hazel smiled as she clasped her hands together firmly.

"We're actually able to visit Camp Half-Blood!" Hazel grinned, her golden eyes glittering with excitement. "Just think guys, soon we'll able to see the others again!"

Reyna gave a half of a smile. "There are already some Romans who are working on the construction right now."

Annabeth smirked as she looked up from writing in a notebook. "The thing is that Chiron and I decided to make this a secret. None of the Greek Campers know about this. This camp will be in one of the most deepest parts of the forest," She looked mischievous as she looked at Reyna for confirmation. "I thought it would be nice if we could, you know, surprise them a bit." Reyna perked a brow.

"Fine," she pursed her lips momentarily before she softly smiled at the others.

"Then it'll be the Romans' little secret."

o()O()o

In front of Goode High, Manhattan

Percy sighed as his car slowly halted to a stop. "We're here,"

Piper grimaced as she peered outside the car window. The school was looming overhead, and there was a large stairwell that lead straight into the main school. There were many students outside, talking and sitting on the steps. Piper let out a long sigh as her best friend, Leo, look at her oddly.

"What's up?" Piper blinked in surprise, stunned by Leo's question.

"Nothing," the brunette gave a small smile as she got out of the car. "Nervous I guess."

Leo frowned and followed after her. Percy chuckled and unbuckling the seatbelt, he grabbed his bag and got out as well. It was cool outside with a soft breeze, but even if so, the sun shone as brilliantly as ever. Percy smiled slightly and silently thanking Apollo, he looked at his friends.

"We're at Goode High," Percy announced dramatically, his arms extending out as if he was allowing someone to hug him. Leo laughed as Piper gave a small smile.

"So what do we do now?"

Percy grinned. "I notified Paul that we were coming, so he told the principal. We're supposed to go to the main office," He scratched the back of his neck sheepishly. "This is the month of October after all. It's a bit odd that we arrived a month later into the school year," Piper grinned and grabbing both of their arms, she yanked them up the steps. Leo stumbled while Percy blinked at her in surprise.

"Let's go then," she said cheerfully as people backed away in awe.

"Is that Percy Jackson?"

"Why does he suddenly arrive now?"

"He's so cute..."

"And he arrived with a pretty girl no less."

Leo pouted as the three demigods' eyes widened. "What about me?" It seemed like his question has been answered when a girl remarked.

"Hey, they have a short kid with them too!"

Piper laughed as Percy poked Leo playfully. "That's you,"

The son of Hephaestus huffed as they headed towards the office.

o()O()o

In Camp Jupiter

Annabeth grinned as she jumped around with Hazel. "It's almost finished!" Hazel cheered with enthusiasm as the two girls continued to dance around in delight. A few paces away, Jason, Frank, and Reyna watched them oddly.

"This is slightly... disturbing," Jason murmured as he blinked in surprise. Frank laughed.

"I think its cute," he replied with a tint of red on his cheeks. Reyna rolled her eyes as she got up from her seat.

"Girls," Hazel and Annabeth stopped dancing. "We're almost done with this project. We shouldn't stop now," Reyna smiled at the girls. "Let's celebrate later," Hazel pouted slightly as Annabeth laughed.

"C'mon," she gestured towards the girl. "Rey's right. Most of the construction is finished already. Surprisingly, none of the Greek Campers have a slight suspicion," Annabeth commented, eyes twinkling. She grabbed her notebook with some ideas of the desk, and she ran up to the daughter of Bellona.

"I have some last minute ideas and furnishings for some of the buildings," Annabeth commented. "Chiron sent pictures to me over the construction, and things are going smoothly." The girl handed some photographs to her friend. Curious, the others huddled up and looked at them.

On the glossy sheet, there was a large marble building, with a large steps that went straight to the entrance. The doors were open, and inside, the group saw a large statue of Jupiter, with his master bolt. Annabeth smiled inwardly. Percy told her that the one in Camp Jupiter didn't look right, so she decided to make the design different from the Roman Camp.

"Dad," Jason acknowledged, lips quirking into a grin. Reyna simply nodded as she looked at the other pictures. She saw pictures of her mother's temple along with the other gods, the baths, the barracks, the principia, and other structures. She grinned, nodding at the daughter of Athena slightly.

"Looks good," she remarked, eyes shining with happiness. "The Romans are already packing their bags; I told them this morning. When is it going to be completed?" Reyna was slightly anxious over its completion. She didn't know why, but she wanted to see the son of Hephaestus again. Perhaps she missed his aloofness and carefree nature. The blonde seemed to have known what the daughter of Bellona was thinking, because she gave Reyna a small wink and a brilliant smile.

"Two days," Annabeth replied, looking proud of herself. "It's the month of November. We have to be at least finished with most of the designs considering winter is advancing," [AN- This isn't a mistake. This scene occurred a month right after Percy and the others started Goode High. They started in the month of October, and it is now currently November] the blonde subconsciously bit her lip. "New York City's cold in the winter time compared to California, but I have to admit, I kinda miss the cold weather," the seventeen year old grinned. "Percy doesn't even know we're coming." The son of Mars blinked.

"Wait.. even Percy doesn't know? Where is he now?" Frank asked. Annabeth laughed.

"I want to surprise him like the rest of the others. He's currently attending Goode High with Piper and Leo," Annabeth commented. Jason gave a small smile at the mention of his girlfriend, but he looked surprised at the mention of Leo's name.

"Leo's going to school?" Jason questioned slowly. He really shouldn't be surprised go. Wherever one of the trio is, another will be following right after them. "Annabeth, you do know that he's going to prank the students at Goode with his crazy contraptions right?" The girl laughed at his expression.

"Then Goode's in for a big surprise," Annabeth simply stated. "And they're even for a bigger surprise. I want us to all go to Goode once we arrive in New York City." Hazel choked.

"We're going to school?" the dark-skinned female couldn't help but ask. Reyna smiled at the fourteen-year old girl.

"It's a good idea," Reyna couldn't help but pipe up. In the corner of her eye, she saw Annabeth giving her an appreciative nod. "We do need to receive some sort of education..."

"And we can see the others!" Annabeth commented, eyes twinkling. "I've always wanted to know how people think of Percy at his school, and getting an education is a bonus!" Jason and Frank looked at each other, taking it all in.

"That's a... nice reason..." Jason said, trailing off. Reyna rolled her eyes at her fellow praetor, but she gave a small smirk towards Annabeth.

"Sure. We'll be going to Goode by the time the construction of camp is being complete,"

o()O()o

In Goode High, Manhattan

Piper gave a small sigh as she glanced at the boy apologetically. "I'm sorry, but no. I will not go out with you." the boy looked sad, and nodding numbly, he walked away. Piper closed her locker looking guilty, and a redheaded girl popped up behind her.

"You little heartbreaker," the girl laughed, poking the Cherokee on the ribs. Piper's gaze hardened.

"I'm not doing this on purpose," the brunette snapped. The redhead, who happened to be named Jenna, rolled her eyes.

Jenna, a junior like Piper herself, was one of those popular snobby girls who liked to poke into people's business. With her straight red hair and her light brown eyes, boys fell for her from left to right. For some reason, Jenna always wanted to prod on Piper's business. Piper didn't want to be rude, but the girl didn't like Jenna. She had a sneaking suspicion that the redhead didn't give the damn about her, but she just wanted to be Piper's friend only because guys kept asking her out.

It had only been a month since Piper has been in the school, and she was already a tad bit annoyed. She had even been hit on by seniors.

"Why are you rejecting everyone?" Jenna asked, pursing her lips. "I mean, you're gorgeous. Guys keep asking you out! Even more than me! And that's saying something!"

"Jenna, I have a boyfriend," Piper said, looked annoyed. Is she really bringing this up? Jenna snorted.

"Your boyfriend must seriously be hot then." The redhead sneered, winking at some jocks who were looking at the two curiously. One jock blushed while another winked at her. The remaining jocks were looking at Piper in a dazed expression. Jenna frowned at her observation. To get her mind off it, she leaned closer towards the brunette.

"You know Percy Jackson? The senior, a gift of god, the smoking hot senior with an amazing bod-"

"I know who he is!" Piper interrupted, rolling her eyes. Jenna simply nodded.

"Yeah. Him. Well, many people at this school ship both of you together! You're hot, he's hot. Instant celebrity couple." Piper happened to be drinking some water, and she choked. Jenna waited momentarily as Piper regained her posture.

"Percy?" the brunette asked, looking disgusted. "My Gods, he's like a brother to me!"

"You guys looked so close and intimate," Jenna cooed, looking at her in a excited manner. "If you guys aren't in a relationship, can you hook both of us up?" The brunette ignored her, as she put her water bottle back into her tote bag.

"Percy has a girlfriend," the girl responded, rolling her eyes. Jenna's expression darkened as she flipped her hair.

"I hate her then," the redhead snapped. "Stealing Percy like that... how dare she! Percy and I are like... a couple made in the stars!" Jenna ranted, glaring fiercely. "She's probably a slut. Percy either dates you or me!" Piper closed her eyes in exasperation.

"First off, she is not a slut. She's my best friend!" Piper snapped, nails digging into the straps of her tote bag. "She never stole Percy! They knew each other ever since they were twelve! They both went through a lot to be where they are today, so don't you dare say anything bad about her!" Piper learned how to keep her charmspeak under control, but now she wanted to command Jenna to jump off of a cliff. She was seriously starting to dislike her. Jenna sneered.

"Like what? That girl does not deserve him! They both went through a lot? Please. I went through a lot! I have been dropping hints ever since he walked on these school grounds! He is so oblivious, and I hate that, but gosh, he's freaking adorable! Guys would kill to have me take an interest in them!" Jenna responded. Piper glared.

"You know what? I don't even know why I'm still talking to you! Now if you excuse me, I have to get to class. Leo is waiting," Piper whipped around and walked away. She looked back. "And if you call Annabeth a slut again, I swear, I'm going to do some nasty things. I can be... quite convincing." Piper gave a malicious smile as she continued walking. Jenna blinked, watching the brunette until Piper blended with the crowd.

"Annabeth huh...?"

So? How was it? I hope you enjoyed this chapter. :) I enjoyed writing the Jenna and Piper faceoff, and I hope you guys liked it. Although I enjoy writing it, I think its slightly rushed. And Jenna knows about Annabeth before our favorite demigod even arrived to New York! OH SNAP.

How was Piper? Piper is definitely one out of my many favorite characters, and I hoped I made her feisty enough. Writing that last line that Piper said made me smile. I don't know why, but those words were very powerful to me. (:

Expect the Romans and Annabeth coming to the East Coast soon! This is definitely one of my favorite chapters to write.

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See you guys soon!