A/N: Hey guys… Yeah, you all want to kill me now. I know. Too bad you can't get me! :P Sorry, moving on.

I am immensely sorry for not updating in forever. The end of school has just been so hectic, what with tons and tons of tests going on. Plus, our teachers had the same stupid idea to suddenly bombard us with multiple projects right after testing was finished. Ugh. But school is no longer a bother because it's just ended (I'm actually sad about it, though.). However, I now have to deal with relatives who are coming from practically every corner of the world to our lovely California. But enough of my excuses. I need to quickly acknowledge some people so you guys can get to the reading.

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So I've kept you all waiting for too long (2 months, too long). On with the story!

DISCLAIMER: Dang it. I can't find anything witty/humorous to put here. Well, you know what goes here.

Days passed since that eventful night. However, those days, in contrast, were very much dull when it came to spending time as an entire group. We spent them lounging on the lawn, staring aimlessly at the sky. The surprising thing was that Prince Luke had decided to join us. I had an idea as to why, but I decided to keep it to myself.

The wedding plans were going smoothly as well. Rachel, Thalia, and I had finally decided upon the dress that I was to wear on the day of the wedding. I also found my final bridesmaid. Her name was Juniper and we had become acquainted because of Grover. Apparently, he had met her at the market one day and when he came back, claimed he had fallen in love.

And finally, the time spent with Percy could be described by only one word. Bliss. When we found time for ourselves, we would travel back to the courtyard in the gardens and just talk. I found myself trusting him completely when it came to my insecurities.

"Are you nervous about tomorrow?" he asked, swinging our intertwined hands between us.

I smirked. "Well, it's only the day of my wedding."

"You're just mocking me now," he pretended to pout, but then continued in a serious tone. "What are we going to do?"

I took a deep breath. I knew exactly what he meant. We hadn't necessarily said we'd loved each other yet, but I knew that if I were to marry, I would only marry Percy.

I smiled. "Actually, I have a solution that just might work."

And I explained to him what it was.

"Good morning, Princess, are you ready for your wedding rehearsal?" asked Rachel.

I chuckled nervously. "To be honest, I feel nervous."

She smiled. "Don't worry. That's the point, for you to get used to the feeling of the actual day."

"Well it isn't pleasant at all," I remarked, pursing my lips.

"Come now, you need to take your place," she said, ignoring my discomfort.

Rachel led me to a few feet behind the double doors that separated the lobby from the main altar. I saw Grover walk to the doors and open them wide so that we could see the altar from here. He then stepped back and linked arms with Juniper. Music sounded throughout the church and they slowly walked down the aisle. Next, Percy appeared, winking at me, and Rachel linked arms with him. As they proceeded down the aisle, Thalia and Luke's best man, Ethan, took their place and linked arms. Thalia flashed me a smile before walking as well.

Finally, it was my turn. My father appeared by my side and I gave him a grateful smile. He and my mother had arrived just yesterday, in time for the rehearsal. As I looped my arm through his, I exhaled loudly.

My father chuckled. "It's only a rehearsal, honey."

"I know, but it is still scary."

The music changed abruptly, and that was our cue to begin walking. My father and I slowly progressed down the aisle, and I thought of how we'd be doing exactly this tomorrow, except with people filling the pews. Plus, the actual wedding ceremony was tomorrow. It was immensely serious, and that just added to the pressure on me. And my plan.

We arrived at the main alter, where the priest and the bride and groom's parties were standing. My father and I separated; he sat beside my mother while I stood next to Luke. As the priest began, I felt myself drown his voice out, and my eyes drifted over to Percy. He grinned at me when he caught me staring.

My attention was then turned to the priest as he said, "Wilt thee have this man to be thy wedded husband, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of Matrimony? Wilt thee obey him, and serve him, love, honour, and keep him in sickness and in health; and, forsaking all other, keep thee only unto him, so long as ye both shall live?"

I took a deep breath, keeping in mind that this was only a rehearsal. "I will."

The ceremony continued and I, yet again, seemed to lose any focus of it until:

It was time for our vows. Luke said his first, without a single mistake: no stutter, no hesitation. However, I knew that I would most likely end up stumbling on my own words.

"I, Annabeth Minerva Chase, take thee, Luke Hermes Castellan, to be my wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us depart, according to God's holy ordinance; and thereunto I plight thee my troth."

Surprisingly, the only flaw I could find in that was that I spoke a bit too fast. The priest seemed to not mind and he continued the rehearsal. The remainder of it seemed all a blur to me. I could care less of the ceremony, considering what I had in store for tomorrow.

Finally, it was time for the two parties to march out of the church, where, tomorrow, our guests would be showering us in rice and a carriage would be awaiting Luke and I. However, since there was no rice-throwing nor a carriage, King Hermes declared it time for lunch. Luke requested to his father that the youth, meaning our friends and us, picnicked on the lawn while the elders dined inside. King Hermes merely laughed, joking about how "us kids" never seemed to appreciate our parents.

And that was how we ended up using two picnic blankets to fit the eight of us, sharing a grand total of four enormous picnic baskets for lunch. Of course, Grover consumed almost an entire basket to himself, until he realized that Juniper was seated right next to him. Everyone, except Juniper, laughed when his face turned red and he put down his third sandwich.

More laughter was exchanged as jokes were told. As Luke finished his joke, Thalia laughed the loudest of us all. Whether it was intended or she'd actually found the joke that funny, I would never know. Percy and I shared a look, and I knew it was time to explain to everyone what I had in mind for tomorrow.

"Prince Luke?"

He looked at me with raised eyebrows.

"I was meaning to ask you," I began, "if you loved Thalia."

Luke seemed to choke on air as he managed to say, "Excuse me?"

"Do you love Thalia?" I repeated calmly.

He seem flustered for a moment, glancing at each of our faces, lingering a bit longer on Thalia's. She gave him an encouraging smile.

"Yes," he sighed. "I do very much."

Thalia rested her head on his shoulder, smiling contently. Rachel and Juniper commented on how sweet it was of him to say that.

"There. Now was that so hard?" remarked Percy.

Thalia rolled her eyes at him, then asked, "Why exactly did you ask Luke to profess his love?"

I grinned. "Well, I have concocted a plan that just might make us all very happy."

"How so?" she said, narrowing her eyes.

I took a deep breath. "You see…"

When I finished, I exhaled loudly. They seemed lost in their thoughts until Thalia cracked a smile. "I believe that just might work."

Luke nodded. "I agree."

"Are all of you agreeing to be a part of this?" I asked, looking at each of them. They nodded in approval.

"Then it's settled," said Percy. "We must be ready for this tomorrow."

I stood. "Rachel, Juniper, and Thalia, I need your help for Thalia's part of the plan."

Rachel said, "I'll have everything ready after dinner."

"Excellent." I grinned and turned back to the others. "Nobody should know of this plan. You mustn't speak a word of it."

Grover saluted. "Yes, ma'am."

I laughed. "Well, I believe lunchtime is over. What say we all head to the fencing area. I heard my father was taking on any challengers, believe it or not. That will be very interesting."

So, we cleaned up the picnic blankets and baskets, carrying them back to the castle. Percy stopped me along the way and looked to the others. "We'll catch up with you."

I raised an eyebrow. "What is it, Percy?"

He casted his eyes to the ground and I saw his face heat up. However, when he looked up again, he was grinning. "Have I told you how much I love you?"

I felt my breathing falter for a second. It was the first time he'd told me those three words, and I was a nervous-wreck. But I gathered up my courage and tried not to stutter as I whispered, "I love you, too."

The moment those words left my mouth, I felt lighter, as if the weight of the sky had been lifted from my shoulders. And I knew I'd done the right thing, for Percy's beautiful green eyes lit up. He pulled me towards him and gave me a passionate kiss. I would have stayed like that for eternity if I could, but the desire for air overruled me and I pulled away. Though only to rest my forehead against his.

"Your plan is brilliant. It is going to solve many of our problems," Percy whispered.

"I know," I replied, before running towards the fencing area, laughing at his confused expression.

Percy immediately caught up with me, and we met the others, just in time to watch an amusing sword-fight between my father and Grover.

Yes, I thought, tomorrow will be a very interesting day.

A/N: And that's the end for this chapter. I know, it's short, and I personally did not like this chapter.

I've just got major writer's block: it's, like, the worst case EVER. However, I do have the next chapter planned out, and I've even typed some of it already. Trust me, the next one will be a very long chapter, I promise. I mean, it's the wedding day! It has to be long. Plus, you all get to find out what Annabeth's plan is. Yay! :D (You can just pretend to be excited if you want.)

On the other hand, the next chapter will most likely be the final chapter of this story. :'( I am very sad about that. But I'll save the tears for when I do say "The End." *holds back hysterical sobs*

Anywhoos, again I am so incredibly sorry for the long wait. I think part of it was because I was recently obsessed with anime such as Death Note (Go L!) and Ouran High. Not a legitimate excuse for not updating, but I just needed to let you guys know. ;) But kudos to all of you for putting up with my much much delayed updating. I love you guys! Thank you for your reviews and adding my story and me to your alerts/favorites. Your support is much appreciated. Thank you!