I'm back! I promised to make it longer to here you go...

Travis POV

I was in a serene bright place. Walking around buildings, my feet somehow was moving on its own. It seems that this place was so... Hypnotizing, controlling. Everything seemed really happy. I felt like I wanted to come along and enjoy, but my feet kept moving.

I was observing everything around me. Just then, I was in front of a door. My arm went up automatically and pushed it. The door was unlocked. Exploring, this place was perfect. Flat screen T.V., leather sofa, decorations, and a few paintings.

The only thing I couldn't see was the kitchen at the far left of the place. Slowly, I walk through the living room. Getting nearer and nearer, a soft angelic hum echoes through the hall, only drawing me closer, like I need it.

The kitchen looked so luxurious. A huge fridge on the side with stools for the larger part. Even has a great view of LV. But as I scanned, right away, I saw the back of a woman washing dishes. Her hair was just washed and was wearing a long white sweater that hung off her right shoulder and cotton short shorts.

I walked closer to her. Then the scent hit me. Strawberries. My heart skipped a beat... It's Katie. Overwhelmed, I tried to touch her shoulder. My hand past through.

"Katie?" I said. Just when I was about to touch her again, a person came out from one of the rooms. Specifically, it was a guy. More specifically, he was lean, yet his face was a bit blurry.. Even more specifically, he tried to wrap his arms on Katie's waist.

"Hey Katester..." His dragged his words, "What's for breakfast?"

Son of a... Angered, I tried to push this guy off of her, but my hands came through again.

Luckily, she turned and pushed off his arms before any other contacts where his hands will explore.

"Hey keep your hands to yourself." She smiled. Gods I missed her smile. But it wasn't for me.

She kept talking. "You're just drunk from last night, that's all. Just go sit and rest." He refused. Instead, he cornered her between him and the sink, gently.

"Did you even remember what I said?" He spoke calmly, yet friendly. Katie looked at him, confused.

"You know, if you're ready and you seem alright with it..."

"Oh, that thing..."

"Just tell me, I'm not pushing you, not like what that guy did to you." Wait, were they talking about-

Knock, knock, knock! Then I was in a different place. It was a dream, again. Yawning and stretching, I turned to see a guy on my window, so I rolled down the window.

"Hey kid, thus place is for private investigations of a unit. Parking here could cost ya." Ugh.

"Yeah, yeah. I'll get off." I started the car and drove. I rubbed my eyes and shaking my head to try to wake up. I've got nowhere to go for now. I could just leave back to the camp, but I can't leave Katie. She's somewhere in an apartment. I'm grateful now that I have a clue on where she is. But what makes me jittery and angered inside was that guy. I hope as fuck that he better not be with her, or better yet, out of her life.

"Hey Travis!" I jumped from the voice. On the passenger seat was Connor. Well, the IM. "Wow dude, you look like shit." I glared at him. "Thanks for your compliment. Can you leave now?"

"No, I possibly cannot. I'm going to see what you're doing. Seen Katie yet?"

"No. Connor, do you have anything important to do?"

"You know me, we're lazy around here 'member? Now quit talking, there's a stoplight." I slowed down.

"I had this dream..."

"Well, tell me!"

"Ok, so I was walking through these buildings and it was morning cause people were already out and stuff. But I kept walking to a door and went in it. It wasn't a house though. Then Katie and some guy were there."

"Oh wow... That sounds pretty bad just saying it. Hey, might be a clue to where she is."

"Maybe, but-" Honking behind me started. Even the guy on my right thought I was crazy. Like I was talking casually to him. Groaning, I drove on.

"Maybe, but what if it was like her future or something. Shouldn't she back at camp?"

"Dude, we're demigods. Dreams like that mean it's a hint. Just like our quests."

I answered. "Then it's all true. The worst part is that this guy was trying to touch her. I don't even know how he looks like by the face. It was all blurry."

"Hey I gotta go. Chiron's calling me. Probably one of my pranks. Good luck." Then the message was gone.

Sighing, I parked to a grocery/diner. I needed to buy some toothpaste. Rubbing my face and brushing my hair, I got out. The place was pretty cool just entering it. Finally, I saw the toiletries aisle. Maybe I could eat here for breakfast. I grabbed it and walked down the aisle. I was thinking better plans on finding her, then-

"Mmph!" I fell on side with this person.

"Sorry," I mumbled. "Didn't see you there."

"I am so sorry. Here, I'll get these for- Travis?"

"Um, how do you know me?" I wasn't sure how. Haven't seen this guy in my life.

"You were like a legend in middle school." Hmmm. I thought back from before. Flashbacks of everything of when I was in middle school showed up. From when Connor, me, and my friends would prank teachers, to partying, and even dating. Me and Connor were the class clowns in the whole school.

Good times. Just when I was about to tell this guy I don't know him, a quite specific memory montage of this dude was up. He was kinda in my group of friends, but a friend of my friend. He would be at the corner of everything I did. He wore glasses. We only talk once in a while mostly for school work. I don't even remember his name. Then I moved when 8th grade was over so mom would go to her work easier.

"I- I kind of remember you... Did you wear glasses?"

"Yup, that's me. It's been like, what 3-4 years? I have another friend that I haven't seen in like 10 years. Small world, huh?"

"Uh, yeah. Sorry, I didn't catch your name."

He answered. "Nick."

Not that interesting but good.

"Hey Nick, well I really need to buy this toothpaste, then I'll be on my way. Nice meeting you." As I started walking away, he stopped me.

"C'mon, I'll buy that. Why not we talk a bit? Like the good 'ol times? Wanna grab something?" Whoa. Well, this could be a good chance on getting to know him... He seems easy going.

"Thanks. I'm not really talkative in the moment."

"It's all good. I was about to order food for lunch. My friend's kind of tired, so I told her I'll order some. Hungry?"

I nodded. After he bought the paste, I looked for a table and he ordered. Man, I was so hungry. He brought the tray of food for me and I went crazy.

"Hey, Nick, thanks for this." I mumbled each bite.

"No prob. So anyway, how are you? I heard on the news your mom's really successful."

"Uh, yeah. I'm at a camp I go every summer. Connor's pretty good too."

"Your at a camp too? My friend at my place is too."

I was curious. Oh, really? "What kind of camp?"

"She wouldn't say. Like it was secretive or something, I don't know. So you live in Vegas now?"

"Oh, no. Just a vacation. I just need to find one of my camp mates." I finished my last bite and threw the trash away. Nick wrapped up some food and we kept talking.

"Well you could crash at my place if you want. I have like the new edition we used to play back then. Plus you look pretty tired."

I thought about it. Some part of me thinks I should go. It would really help me and rest a while.

"Sure thanks." He smiled. We got up and headed to our cars. Before I started the engine, I prayed to Demeter to help guide me to find Katie.

(5 minutes later)

His place was pretty close. As we parked, I viewed a quick glance of his place. Apparently, he lives in a huge apartment.

Instantly, my dream looked familiar to this. I dragged my bags and walked with him. Everything was so real to the dream.

"Welcome." He opened his and I got in. I nearly gasped. It was the place. Nick then led me to a room.

"Here's where you'll stay for a while. Do anything you need." I mumured a quick thanks and shut the door. I covered my face. What if he's the guy? He's too nice. I left my things and went out. Nick was watching T.V. on NFL.

"Hey, your just in time for the game. Come sit." I sat, trying to relax. I checked the time. 12:42.

Then, I heard a flush of a toilet. Maybe his friend's awake.

As her shadow from the hall got smaller, Nick was ready to introduce her.

"Oh, she's here. Travis, I want you to meet my friend... Katie."

She was in full view now. From her uncombed hair to her bare feet. She was confused at first, then her eyes met mine. I was shocked. All this time, she was with guy. At least she was safe. She tried to open her mouth to speak, but she was frozen. I turned to Nick. I was about ready to punch him.

Nick's such a weirdo... So anyways is it long enuff for ya? It took me a while, so you better love it lol jk. Review and I'll update ASAP!

~Jay 3