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Chapter 9 – It's Friday Juliet

At the camp, everything was serene and peaceful during the morning. Since there weren't any supervisors, the older campers had free reign of what time they'd be able to wake up. Since they also played a hardcore game of Humans vs. Zombies the night before, they all decided that a little sleep-in would be the perfect remedy for their worn-out bodies.

Though there was one little devious son of Hermes who thought otherwise. He ad woken up at the early time, or what he considered early, which was 6:30 am. He then set out to work, sneaking into Aphrodite cabin where everyone – including the boys – slept like perfect little angels. He grinned at his work as he swiped Silena's infamous megaphone and ran off scot-free.

He then made sure that all the speakers he had placed inside the cabins were working, being especially sneaky as he did so. Once he was done, he walked giddily to the campfire, which was situated in the middle of the cabins. He checked the time on his watch and smirked before flicking the switch of the megaphone and unleashing the wrath of Hades' itself.

Connor: Seven a.m., waking up in the morning
Gotta be fresh, gotta go downstairs
Gotta have my bowl, gotta have cereal
Seein' everything, the time is goin'
Tickin' on and on, everybody's rushin'
Gotta get down to the bus stop
Gotta catch my bus, I see my friends

At the sound of Rebecca Black's song, those normal early risers and light sleepers woke up immediately. Most other people slowly started waking up from the sheer volume of the song, which was on its highest volume so it could echo around the camp. Those mature cabin leaders woke up as well, swearing a string of Greek curses as they wearily got out of their comfortable beds and stepped outside to see what the heck was going on.

Kickin' in the front seat
Sittin' in the back seat
Gotta make my mind up
Which seat can I take?

Connor practically shouted the words as more people came pouring out to watch his performance. His brother looked at him scandalized before running over and grabbing the megaphone out of his hands, so both of them could sing the infamous chorus.

Everyone watched their actions in sheer terror before covering their ears from what words would've scarred them for life.

Both: It's Friday, Friday
Gotta get down on Friday
Everybody's lookin' forward to the weekend, weekend
Friday, Friday
Gettin' down on Friday
Everybody's lookin' forward to the weekend

Partyin', partyin' (Yeah)
Partyin', partyin' (Yeah)
Fun, fun, fun, fun
Lookin' forward to the weekend

Their performance was cut short when a dagger passed their faces, narrowly missing by one inch and pinning itself into the megaphone they were holding. They looked over in the direction where it came from, their faces looking horrified as they saw Annabeth watching them furiously, her fists clenching in rage as she gritted her teeth to stop from shouting at them.

They grinned at her sheepishly before attempting to slide away back to their safe haven of a cabin, but their way was blocked by infuriated Ares kids, looking at the pair murderously. They gulped down their screams of terror as the slowly backed away from the group before hitting another mass of bodies. They turned around to face the Big Three children, who were also looking at them like the Ares children. The two then realized that they were surrounded by a ring of people, looking ready enough to kill them.

Then all pain and Hades came at them.

..O..

Percy and Jason were in the end, stuck with the job of carrying two nut-jobs over to the hospital wing. They grimaced at each other before picking up one Stoll each and walking slowly over to the desired building. All the while, the disoriented brothers were speaking incoherent nonsense in their ears and he, unfortunately, got Connor to carry.

"Guess what today is!" Connor shouted excitedly into Percy's ear. "It's Fri-"

"Put a sock in it." Percy grumbled angrily. He shoved Connor away and started walking away. He moved back to his cabin and laid on his bed. He was about to shut his eyes when something opened his door and staggered over to his bed, collapsing right on top of him. He sat up, alert of the person, but as he saw the golden princess curls, he already knew who it was. Then he saw the tear-streaked face, then immediately knew something was wrong.

"Hey," he began quietly as he made room for her to stay beside him. He rubbed her back soothingly as she hiccuped and held her head in her hands. He was definitely worried fir her, since it was normally a physical impossibility for her to actually cry. "What's wrong?"

Her breaths were staggered for a moment before she finally shuddered. "I-I th- think that we sh-should b-b-br-break up." She replied shakily.

..O..

His jaw all but dropped at the sound of the words 'break up'. As if it would help his case he crushed her frail body into him and held her tight. She squeaked from the sudden movement, but realized what had happened and placed her hands on his chest. He moved his lips so that they hovered over her ear.

"Whatever you think," he began quietly, his tone husky. "I will never ever break up with you. Being with you is a life changer, and whatever you say about breaking up, I'll never allow it. You know me; I'm a fighter. I'll fight with my all for you. I'll run across the world to find you if you leave me. I will never leave you, no matter what happens."

At his words, she burst into more tears, crying out all her pent up frustrations and feelings about it. They had to break up, and even if he said so, she knew it was the right choice. It was the only way they could save themselves from getting hurt.

"Please," she said quietly, her tone dismal. "It's the only way. I don't want anyone of us getting hurt. Being together, it's only going to ruin us. They…" her voice faded and he gazed at her lovingly, urging her to continue on. "They want to break us apart."

"What do you mean?" Percy asked, tilting her head so that she could gaze into his sea-green eyes as he looked at her intensely.

She lowered her head. "I know it's really pathetic, right? But, I just really don't want to lose you to one of those… whores. It would just - well - it'll just break me if one of them steals you away from me. I know it sounds so ridiculous, but I just don't want to lose you."

He swooped down to capture her perfectly kissable lips. Her eyes widened at first before she melted into his kiss, kissing him back with as much force as him. It was a loving kiss, nothing more, nothing less. After a few moments, they parted, catching their breath. He placed his forehead against hers, and she could feel his warm breath hitting her face. She felt at peace, as if she could just stay in that position forever, even though it was against her judgement.

"Just remember," he stated affectionately, his hand brushing her cheek softly. "I will never leave you. No matter what or who comes between us, I'll never lose you. I'll keep fighting them off until we can be together at last. We're like Romeo and Juliet, star-crossed lovers that stayed together through anything."

"You do know that Romeo and Juliet died in the end, right?" Annabeth asked matter-of-factly. Percy grinned sheepishly as she hit his arm playfully.

..O..

Most of the people gathered in the amphitheater were of the female population. Most of the males were mysteriously missing, noted by the female campers, though they didn't care at that specific moment. Instead, they were all the more curious about the performance that was about to begin. They were honestly ecstatic, knowing that one of the boys would be singing something that could possibly turn out like their extremely charming performances before.

They all hushed down their gossiping mouths as music began from behind the closed curtains. Inside, they were all bubbling with excitement as the thick drapes slowly opened, revealing to them a band, consisted of the male camp leaders; Nico on drums, Jason on bass guitar, Travis on electric guitar and Percy on lead vocals. Annabeth was amazed at how her considerate boyfriend had suddenly become some sort of charismatic rock star.

It didn't seem as if they were faking how they played on the instruments, which surprised the audience even more than they were already. They all watched Percy open his mouth and take a deep breath before beginning the verse.

Percy: Check, yes Juliet, are you with me?
Rain is falling down on the sidewalk
I won't go until you come outside

Percy and the rest of the performers grinned like silly as the girls cheered like wild animals for them. He couldn't help but smile as he watched Annabeth, clearly enraptured by his performance, which was of course, dedicated to her.

Check, yes Juliet, kill the limbo
I'll keep tossing rocks at your window
There's no turning back for us tonight

Lace up your shoes
Here's how we do

The girls showed their excitement on the outside as they came closer to the chorus. Soon enough, all of them were jumping up and down like mad and dancing with each other as if it was going out of style. At some specific time, the missing boys started entering the amphitheater, clearly confused as to what was happening after their little lie-down. As they saw the performance they grinned in silly fashions before joining the girls, enjoying themselves to the catchy music.

Run, baby, run, don't ever look back
They'll tear us apart
If you give them the chance

Don't sell your heart
Don't say we're not meant to be
Run, baby, run, forever will be you and me

At the words of the chorus, Annabeth's eyes widened. She was extremely touched by the words. Even if the rest of them didn't know what the true meaning behind his words, she definitely understood. It was him retelling her the promise he made earlier, and how they do relate to Romeo and Juliet.

Check, yes Juliet, I'll be waiting
Wishing, wanting yours for the taking
Just sneak out and don't tell a soul goodbye

And check, yes, Juliet, here's the countdown
3, 2, 1, you'll fall in my arms now
They can change the locks
Don't let them change your mind

Lace up your shoes
Here's how we do

Run, baby, run, don't ever look back
They'll tear us apart
If you give them the chance

Don't sell your heart
Don't say we're not meant to be
Run, baby, run, forever will be you and me

After the second chorus, Percy ripped the microphone off the stand before hopping off stage and making his way through the crowd. The crowd even got more amazed as he ran through the crowd, high-fiving and fist-pounding the people. Everyone could tell where he was going, and Annabeth brightened up as he reached her and kissed her hand.

We're flying through the night
We're flying through the night, way up high
The view from here is getting better
With you by my side

The instrumental part began and the boys on stage started shredding on their instruments, to the awe of the audience. At the sheer skill they showed, they all cheered madly, in love with the boys that could play instrument so well. Percy grinned at his bright and happy girlfriend as he spun her around with his free hand, then the last bits of the song began, him singing it right in front of her with the most feeling he's ever had.

Run, baby, run, don't ever look back
They'll tear us apart
If you give them the chance

Don't sell your heart
Don't say we're not meant to be
Run, baby, run, forever will be

Run, baby, run, don't ever look back
They'll tear us apart
If you give them the chance

Don't sell your heart
Don't say we're not meant to be
Run, baby, run, forever will be you and me
You and me, you and me

The sounds of the instruments faded and the crowd cheered like idiots for one last time, without a doubt impressed by the performance. The boys on stage all high-fived each other at the accomplishment they had just achieved. Percy still held his girlfriend's hand within his, smiling even though it was clear that he was exhausted.

Annabeth was so moved by the performance that she hugged her boyfriend, her mouth just above his ear. She hugged him with all she can as she spoke.

"Okay, I guess it's true that we are like Romeo and Juliet, though I know that we won't die in the end." She whispered softly and lovingly into his ear as he returned the hug. The crowd watched them, clearly happy for the couple.

Silena was most excited for them, though in her mind, another plan was brewing for something that would happen later on. After all, it was Friday.


Songs Used:

Friday – Rebecca Black

Check Yes Juliet – We The Kings

Wow… I love the appreciative reviews for the last chapter. I'm glad you all like it, because I definitely enjoyed writing it.

I was actually, nearly not going to write this chapter. I was hit with a writer's block, and the fact that there was another fresh pile of work given to me last week. All due next week. Yay… Note the sarcasm. I hope you all loved the fluffiness of Percabeth.

So anyways, glad you guys took the 'there's cussing, suck it up' speech well. Thank you to all those people who manned up, especially those manly women! ;)

Now for the question, I think that the answer that I definitely liked the most was by an anonymous reviewer, Magnificently Beautiful, for her choice of the Hunger Games. I had the same reason as you when I first began reading. Most of my friends recommended it so I borrowed it from one of them and started reading, though honestly, I read it for all the action in it. But clearly, you analyzed it in a deeper view than me. I was moved that you thought Katniss' bravery boosted your own self-esteem. A very interesting answer.

Commendations to the other reviewers who participated in the question. I know that a lot of you would have chosen PJO, so no-one should 'dur' me. Though I also know that most of you would've chosen Harry Potter (my favorite as well), Hunger Games (agreed) and 39 Clues (I've never read it in my life). Though there were also those that went out of the normal answers, such as the book Ultraviolet and BREAK. I might actually try reading them, after reading a couple of series that my friends recommended.

So now, the question to ask you all is… Okay, sort of running out… Oh! Gosh! I had one earlier and… yeah! Okay, the question this week is, What is your favorite school subject and WHY! Well, in the spirit of all those people who are going back to school sometime soon, or are already stuck in school here's the question for you! Okay, I'm really running out of ideas, so just suck it up and try to find some kind of answer that can actually work, even though I know that you guys might probably hate school.

So, that's all! Next chapter will be… hmm… I won't tell you guys. Make it mysterious for you all. So you'll have to just live with those teasers I give you. I just know how much you love them.

Enjoy what will happen soon, in what I would like to call 'The Friday Chronicles'. Love ya!


Teaser:

He was going to talk to her. After what had felt like forever, he had finally summoned up the courage to talk to her. As friends of course. There's nothing going on between them anymore, and he knew that she'd already accepted the fact.

So why was it that when he saw her with Leo, the two of them clearly flirting, that he felt the need to punch his ugly little face in? Then why did he even feel the intent to murder when he heard Leo stutter the words nervously.

"So… do you… maybe… want to go… out with… umm…me?"