Hello, beautiful people! Sorry that it's been so long! If you read my other stories, you probably noticed that I updated another story. I had that story of hiatus for a long time and suddenly refound my inspiration for it. I wanted to make sure that I wasn't wasting any time that I didn't have writer's block. But I'm here now! I plan to try and alternate which story I post a chapter for. My winter break is in two weeks so I should be able to get out at least one more chapter.
Okay! Sorry to keep you waiting! For those who like lots of fluff, this is your chapter! Sorry if this sucks. I don't write fluff a lot (which, if you read my stories a lot, you would know) so it might not be great. Either way, I hope you enjoy!
ALSO! Please read the last paragraph at the bottom! It's really important! Thanks!
Hands slammed down on Annabeth's homework, making her jump slightly. She glared at Percy, who had a goofy grin on his face.
"Come on, Wise Girl. It's Saturday, and my parents are out and Estelle's with her parents. You've been doing homework all day. You promised we'd spend time together," he exclaimed, falling dramatically onto her bed.
Annabeth laughed. "Okay, okay. Let me finish one last question and then we can go."
Percy sighed dramatically. "Fine."
Annabeth rolled her eyes. "You can be quite the drama queen, you know that?"
Percy shrugged. "Maybe, but I think you secretly love it."
Turning back to her homework, Annabeth shrugged. "I don't know. It can be pretty annoying.
"Haha," Percy mocked. "I'm going to go order a pizza. When should I tell the place to deliver it? Eleven? Twelve? When do you think you'll be done?"
Annabeth turned around in her chair. "Now, Seaweed Brain. I'm done now. Go order the pizza while I take a quick shower, and then we can start a movie."
Annabeth wasn't watching the movie Instead, she was watching Percy watch the movie. Out of context, she knew it sounded creepy, but she just couldn't help herself. He said it was one of his favorite movies, and Annabeth could tell. Percy's eyes were so excited as he watched the pictures flash on the screen. After everything that had happened in the past year, what with another giant (A/N Ha!) war and their journey through Tartarus, Percy rarely looked genuinely happy. There was always a sort of shadow over him. So, when something as simple as a movie helped him escape, let a little bit of light back into this life, even if only for two hours, Annabeth was eternally grateful.
"What are you looking at?" Percy asked, keeping his eyes on the screen.
"You," Annabeth replied, blushing at the fact that she'd been caught.
"Why?
Annabeth snuggled into Percy's side, pulling his arm tighter around her. She liked being close to him. She felt safe and comfortable. It was a feeling that came rarely these days, so she treasured it whenever she could.
"I don't know," Annabeth replied. "You just look really happy right now. It's nice."
Percy looked at her. "Thanks... I think?"
Annabeth laughed. "No! I just mean that, with everything that's happened in the past couple of years, I've never seen you look this peaceful."
Percy looked at her, beaming. "Gods, Annabeth. Have I ever told you I love you?"
Annabeth pretended to think about his question. "Hmm, I don't think so? Why do you ask?"
Percy rolled his eyes before his face quickly turned serious again. "Because I do, Annabeth. I love you. You're amazing and perfect and I love you."
Annabeth blushed and shied away from Percy's gaze. "Why the sudden lovey-dovey stuff?"
"Because I like seeing you smile," Percy replied earnestly. "And, I've missed you."
"Percy, we see each other every day," Annabeth laughed.
"I don't mean it like I haven't seen you in a while. I just miss spending time with you. Just the two of us, you know?"
Annabeth adjusted her position so she was on her knees facing Percy. "Yeah. I do."
There was a brief moment of silence between them. Everything was so peaceful at that moment. Despite all of the awful things in the world, at that moment all they needed was each other.
It was like they'd read each other's minds because at the same time both Annabeth and Percy leaned in. Kissing Percy still felt like it had the first time to Annabeth, even the moments leading up to it. There was a strange calmness that came over her. Even in the depths of Tartarus, Annabeth still felt at ease knowing Percy was right there.
Percy pulled away after a few seconds and rested his forehead against hers. "Gods, you're amazing. How did I ever land a girl like you?"
Annabeth leaned back against the arm of the couch. "Hmm, I don't know. Pity?"
Percy raised an eyebrow. "Really, you felt bad for me?"
Annabeth nodded.
"If that was true, then why would we have spent all that time together? Why would I know this," Percy asked, leaning forward.
Annabeth tilted her head slightly. "What do you mean? Know what? Percy, what are you–"
Percy suddenly launched himself at Annabeth, his hands flying to her sides. Despite Annabeth's struggle, his hands stayed on her.
"No! Percy – stop!" Annabeth shouted through her laughter. "That's not – not fair!"
Percy had known Annabeth's most ticklish spot ever since their time on the Argo II. He had been trying to get her attention while they were watching a movie, but she'd decided to playfully ignore him. Eventually, Percy poked her side, causing her to laugh. The look on Percy's face when he realized Annabeth's weakness was both adorable and terrifying. Annabeth laughed so loud they almost couldn't hear the movie.
Percy's hands suddenly pulled away from her, instead, propping him up above her. "I wasn't kidding, Annabeth. You're amazing."
Annabeth's breathing quickened as Percy leaned down. He really did still make her nervous. In a good way, though. Sometimes, Annabeth still couldn't believe that he was hers.
Percy suddenly slammed his lips onto hers. Annabeth's hands found their way around Percy, pulling him closer. Percy groaned at the action and pressed his lips harder into hers, deepening the kiss.
The sudden sound of someone clearing their throat shocked Percy and Annabeth into pulling away. Sally and Paul were standing in the doorways staring at them. Percy pushed up and sat on the side of the couch opposite Annabeth, who sat up quickly and tried to readjust her clothes.
Sally turned to Percy. "You know, Percy, if you need –"
"Nope!" Percy said quickly, face bright red. "I don't need anything. It's good. You can drop it. You guys can go to bed now."
Annabeth dropped her head and tried to hide her laughter and equally as red cheeks. The entire situation was so painfully awkward, it was sort of funny. Nonetheless, Annabeth wanted the situation to end just as much as Percy did, if not more. After all, she was the guest. They didn't have to let her stay with them at all.
"I think I'm going to go to bed now, actually. I hope you enjoyed your night, Mr. And Mrs. Blofis," Annabeth said, standing. "Goodnight."
Annabeth let out a quiet exhale once she entered her room. She could still feel the heat on her cheeks. Quickly, Annabeth changed into her pajamas. She just wanted to go to bed feeling like this: light, happy, peaceful. Percy somehow made her feel calm and excited at the same time and she wanted to hold onto that.
A knock on her door pulled Annabeth from her thoughts. Annabeth quickly opened the door. "Wha –"
Rough lips cut Annabeth off. Percy pulled away quickly though, just as Annabeth tried to deepen the kiss. "I love you, Wise Girl."
A slight blush rose to Annabeth's cheeks. She loved when he called her that. "I love you, too."
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