Hey guys it's KK, I want to thank you all for all the support that I've been getting! It's exceeded my expectations! Also I want to clear some things up while we're at it. In this story as well as ones I have yet to write there will never ever be any Thalia/Nico pairings. One because I just don't like them together and two because they are COUSINS and I don't approve of incest. Also all of my stories are gonna be pretty PG in terms of sexual content. Mostly because whenever I try and write anything along those lines I start blushing and giggling and it comes out REALLY awkward! Anyways, that's it for my ranting! On to the story!
Disclaimer: I own Percy Jackson in my imagination… oh and I'm married to Bradley Cooper.
Annabeth was starting to get pissed.
She had turned into one of those gods-forsaken Aphrodite girls who turned into an absolute moron around a boy.
She found herself practically chanting to herself come on Annabeth, say something, anything!
But instead she stood there like a total idiot, until he decided it was time to save her and let himself in.
"Hey." Percy stated calmly.
"Hey yourself." Did she really just say "hey yourself? "She mentally face palmed herself as she shut the door and turned to face him.
Annabeth found it became easier to focus on the wall behind him rather than on him directly. Whenever she looked at that face, her tongue went dry.
Percy ran a hand through his hair, a habit Annabeth remembered him having, that he performed whenever he was nervous.
"Listen- I- um- I- well-I…" It put Annabeth at ease to see that he was so nervous.
"Yes?"
"Well- I-um- I- just"
"Spit it out Seaweed Brain!"
"What?"
Annabeth regretted the words as soon as she said them. She shouldn't have called him that; they weren't on great terms yet.
"Did you just call me Seaweed Brain?"
Annabeth sighed, "I didn't mean to, its sorta force of habit now."
"No it's cool. Kinda reminds me of the old days, before…" Percy trailed off and looked down at the floor.
"Anyways" Percy looked up, "I just wanted to say, there's no hard feelings."
"Really?"
"Yeah, whatever the reason you had for ending it, it's your choice and I need to respect that. I'm done holding grudges against people. Besides you used to be my best friend, and I miss you."
Annabeth found she just couldn't contain herself; she rushed over straight into his arms.
"I missed you, Seaweed Brain."
"I missed you too Wisegirl."
Annabeth pulled away and looked at him in the eyes. Now was the time to tell him, she needed to tell him. Yet just as she was about to open her mouth, there was a knock on the door.
Oh Hades.
Annabeth stomped over to the door and threw it open revealing a smiling Nico DiAngelo.
"Did I interrupt something? I sure hope so."
"What do you want Nico?"
"I'm here for Jackson, but, if you want to keep him for a few minutes longer. I can wait." Nico waggled his eyebrow at them and Annabeth resisted the temptation to kick him in the shin.
"No, no you should take him and get out of my sight, before they call man overboard."
"Calm down Annabeth I'm just playin' with you. Besides, Thalia will be here soon to collect you."
"Excuse me?"
"Oh, you didn't think that we were going to just ignore all these wonderful accommodations. No, no, no. We are going to go clubbing."
"Um, no, I have a six year old, I don't do clubs."
"Well, and don't hit me, but your six year old isn't here. You will be there. Let's go Perce."
Percy walked over to Annabeth and placed his hands on her shoulders.
"Breath Annabeth. In and out. Don't worry we'll go for an hour and be done."
"No you won't!" Nico called from the hallway.
Percy smiled, winked at her and then walked out of the room.
And the whole time Annabeth's stomach was doing somersaults.
About 10 minutes after the boys left, Thalia arrived carrying two garment bags and a whole chest of makeup.
"When did you become such an Aphrodite child?"
"Oh shut up, Annabeth!"
"Calm down, where did you get the dresses?"
"That's nothing you need to concern yourself with. Now clothes off."
"Excuse me?"
"You heard me prude. Strip."
Annabeth silently obeyed removing her jeans and sweater.
"I will never say this again, but, you are smoking."
"Thanks doll, you're not too bad yourself."
"Alright, now let's see what I can do."
After about an hour with Thalia, Annabeth was unrecognizable.
Her eyes were large and dramatic, and the icy blue eye shadow brought out the color in her eyes. Her lips were ruby red, and her normally curly hair was straight and framed her face.
Oh, not to mention her dress.
Where Thalia had found it was still unknown, for Annabeth owned nothing like it. It was tight, short, one-shouldered and black with a cutout on her side.
And boy did Annabeth rock that dress.
"Hot damn girl, if I was a dude, and allowed to date, I'd totally do you."
"Isn't it against some kind of code for you to be dressed like that?"
Thalia had also straightened her jet black hair and her lips were light pink. Her eyes were dark and smoky with her trademark eyeliner creating a cat eye.
Thalia's dress had a sparkly bodice that then cascaded outward in white layers and stopped mid-thigh. She looked stunning.
"As long as I don't flirt with any boys, we're good. Besides, I look too young for any guys I'd be interested in to hit on me. "
"Yeah how old are you now? 45?"
"Watch it missy, or I'll spill the beans to Jackson."
"Oh, why not? You already told Nico."
Thalia laughed a tad, and applied more eye make-up.
"Okay, get ready to get wasted."
"I am not getting wasted."
Annabeth was wasted.
She had never been a hard partier; she hadn't had the chance with her son around. And don't be confused, she had never resented Tyler for that. Yet she found that alcohol allowed her an escape from her crazy messed up life, into one that was much more forgiving.
"Oh my gods guys, this is so fun!" Annabeth yelled over the roar of the music.
"I know, I love you all so much! Group hug!" Thalia, who was as equally wasted, squealed.
The two boys laughed, they had taken it upon themselves to remain somewhat sober to make sure nothing happened that they would regret in the morning.
"Come get more drinks with me Thalia!" Annabeth grabbed her friends hand and pulled her to the bar.
"I'm gonna go with them." Nico stated to Percy, "Why don't you go chat up that red head, she's been eyeballing you all night. You deserve a break."
"No thanks man, actually I'm gonna step out for a second, get some air."
"Yeah sure." Nico called before running over to the girls who were discussing something eagerly while a bartender tried to get Annabeth's attention.
Nico walked over to them, plopping down between him and Annabeth, and putting on his best death glare. It worked pretty damn well, the guy scurried away so fast you've thought his pants were on fire.
"So ladies what are you talking about, me of course." Nico laughed.
"Oh my gods Nico you are so funny! I never realized how funny you were until right this second!"
"Wow thanks Annabeth, ya know, you're a lot nicer when you're drunk!"
"I know right! Where's Percy?"
"Oh he wanted to step out for a minute."
Annabeth nodded her head a little too vigorously before pausing as an idea formed.
"I'm gonna tell him about Tyler!"
"Oh my gods! You totally should Annabeth!" Thalia slurred.
"Um, no I don't think that's a good idea Annabeth. I think you should just wait till the morning."
"No, Nico I wanna tell him now."
"No, Annabeth" Nico mocked, "You're not gonna tell him anything."
Annabeth looked at Thalia and she took the hint. Thalia threw herself out of the chair and on to the floor.
"Holy Zeus Thalia! Are you alright?" Nico asked, quickly pulling her to her feet.
"I'm fine, just partied out. Can you walk me back to my room; I'm worried I won't be able to make it there on my own."
"Yeah sure, will you be okay Annabeth."
"Of course! I'll just dance some more and then I'll head back."
Nico nodded and began to walk Thalia back to her room, missing the wink she through at Annabeth, though it was more of a spastic blink than a wink.
With that Annabeth made a beeline to where she figured Percy would be.
It took some searching and stumbling but, she finally located him near the front of the ship.
She took a deep breath and strutted right up calling out as she did.
"Hey Percy!"
AND THAT'S IT FOLKS! For now… I hope you liked, please review with feedback I know this chapter was a little shorter and slower than others but, it had some nice character bonding. Thanks for everything guys! Keep checking for updates! PS. Annabeth and Thalia's dresses are on my profile!
KK
