NICO's POV
The Trip to Italy was amazing… not. It was, uh, well… okay, I guess but I know for one that for Percy, it was a rollercoaster ride; especially when Calypso came back into the picture.
I felt sorry for the boy, really. We're on the plane back to New York and we have less than a week before school starts again. He's been so quiet after meeting Calypso the morning after the party. It sure did rock his boat after their 'perfect' night together with Annabeth.
"Hey dude, you thinking about her?"
"What? Who?" Confusion was written all over his face.
I went closer to him so that Annabeth, who was seated beside him—sleeping, wouldn't hear.
"Calypso"
He stopped for a moment, probably was caught off guard then frowned. Silence took over him maybe thinking about what happened, and I had to slap him in the head to bring him back.
"Ow! Nico! Annabeth might wake up! Damn you!" He hissed, making sure Annabeth didn't wake up.
"The hell Percy, answer my question!"
He sighed and looked at Annabeth, "I… I don't know."
"What do you mean by that?"
"I don't… I don't want to think about it right now, okay." He shifted in his seat so that Annabeth would be much at ease while sleeping in his chest.
"But I…" I bit my lip, hesistating a bit before continuing. "I saw you guys talking in the backyard."
I was readying myself for the yell or for a punch after saying that. It was the night before we left Italy, while everyone was asleep, I went out to take a pee but saw Percy headed down the stairs at 2 in the morning and I got curious and followed him. To my surprise, I found Calypso waiting in the backyard, under the tree. He didn't even bother to look at me and kept a straight face.
"It was nothing, Nico."
"Really? 'Cause it doesn't seem—"
"It's nothing." He said in a voice that gave me goosebumps.
"O—okay. Whatever you say dude."
We were quiet for a few moments until I broke the silence with a question,
"Is she… back… for good? Will we… see her in New York?"
He looked at Annabeth and brushed some of the hair that fell on her face then looked up at me with eyes full of confusion and worry.
"I don't know, Nico."
He sighed heavily, "I really don't know."
Poor Percy, I guess I just have to see what happens when we get back to New York, 'cause I have a feeling that something will happen; something that might ruin something important to every one of us, sooner than we'll all expect.
PERCY's POV
Damn it! Damn it! Why now?! Of all the times she'd chose to come back, why does it have to be now?! Curse this!
With my anger, I didn't notice I kicked my closet and something fell; a box. When did I ever had or owned a box that looked older than Mr. D?
I picked it up. It must've been up there for quite a while because the dust was as thick as my history book. Okay, so maybe not as thick but hey, can't I exaggerate it a bit? I cleaned off the dust and opened it. I froze on my spot, looking at the things inside the box.
Unknowingly, I found myself seating at the edge of the bed—still holding the box.
I picked up a small box from inside and opened it. There, it contained pieces of paper with a bunch of message written on it. I read each of it one by one; beside the small box laid different seeds—flower seeds to be exact—and I smiled at the thought of how much I go down every day at Mrs. O'Connell's flower shop to buy seeds. There were handmade dolls and unwrapped gifts that were inside too. My eyes caught something underneath the gifts; it was a photo.
I picked it up and looked at it; memories started to come back. I shook my head and placed everything back inside and placed the box on top of my closet.
I freshened up and went to bed. As I was about sleep, I kept thinking about the box which holds the memories of Calypso.
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ENKKK ENKKK ENKKK
BLAG!
"Ow!" I rubbed my forehead as I slowly got up from my fall. I checked at the time and my eyes widen.
"Crap!"
I hurriedly went to the bathroom to freshen up and changed my clothes. I checked at the clock again.
"Oh, you're already up. Want to e—"
"I can't, mom. Sorry. I'm already late!" I grabbed a piece of bread and dashed to the door.
Oh man! Annabeth's going to kill me!
When I got to school, I checked the time again.
7:46 am
I looked around the area, wondering where Annabeth was.
That's strange; she always gets here on time.
I sat on the stairs of the entrance of the school and decided to continue munching on the apple I bought on my way here.
I'm supposed to teach Annabeth how to swim today. Since we went to Italy for Christmas we haven't really got to practice her swimming skills and since the school permitted us to use the pool here, I guess we should get started so that she won't drown in swim class again. Well, if I think about it, she drowns and lost consciousness, someone has to do CPR on her. Hmmm… maybe there's an advantage to that situation.
I was cut in the middle of my daydreaming when someone called my attention. I looked up and saw her, looking irritated. Even if she looks irritated, she's still beautiful.
"Ehem… uh, sorry I'm late."
"Well, well, well. That was a first Wise girl. I never thought you'd be late in your entire life."
She glared at me with her stormy eyes.
"Shut up, Seaweed brain!"
I stifled a laugh, looking at her priceless expression: face all scrunched up in irritation, eyebrows almost connecting and her cheeks were turning pink.
"What? Okay. I'm sorry. Come on. Let's get started. We only have until 11am for this and oh, yeah, our P.E. teacher will be watching us to see your progress."
"Okay fine." She stomped her way inside the school. Damn, I love that girl so much.
The swimming class went smoothly as we did some exercises, well, except when Annabeth forgets how to prolong holding her breath underwater. Sometimes I wish I could make an air bubble so that we can stay down for as long as we want to. Maybe make out a little….
"Hey, Seaweed brain! Are you even listening?!"
"Wha—uh, oh. Uhm, sorry."
"Ugh! You're not helping me, Percy! Why do seem so distant?" She said as she slowly made her way closer to me. We were supposed to practice her floating.
"Sorry. I was uh, thinking of something."
She arched a brow, "And what is that something?"
"No—nothing! Look, I'm focused now okay so let's continue."
"Psssh. Whatever you say Seaweed brain."
After our swimming tutorial, we went to the park to stroll for a little while. I was in deep thought when I caught a glimpse of Annabeth looking at me… well more like examining me.
"What?"
"It amazes me—"
"That a person can like me can be so handsome?"
"No! Don't be so full of yourself, Seaweed brain."
I laughed.
"Then what is it that amazes you?"
"It amazes me that… even a Seaweed brain can even think deeply as you are now."
I pouted at her, "What?! Did you just—okay, Wise girl for one, do not—I repeat—do not underestimate my capabilities in thinking. You may not notice it but I'm quite smart."
She looked at me, still amazed then a second later she burst out laughing.
"Oh, thanks! What a very supportive girlfriend you are."
"Sorry. Okay, I was joking." She said in between her laughed and not a moment later she stopped laughing as looked at me, her eyes were so hard to read but I can see, wonder in them.
"It's just that you've been thinking a lot lately and to be frank you don't do that, ever!" I looked at her knowingly.
"Okay, maybe you do but not as what you're doing just a moment ago. I mean, I've been talking here non-stop and you're not even listening! What's wrong?"
I sighed and we both sat at the bench near a pond.
"Nothing's wrong." I tried my best to look like I'm not lying but, this is Annabeth we're talking about.
"No. I don't believe you." She said with conviction.
I sighed again, "Fine. Do you really want to know?"
She looked at me and nodded.
"I'm—I can't—"
"Stop stuttering, Percy. What is it?"
"I can't stop thinking about Calyspo."
Her smile started to fade away. She just looked at me, waiting for me to continue.
"Ever since she showed up when we were in Italy, she's… she's been bugging my mind."
"Oh"
"Uh—wait! Don't get me wrong okay! It's not like I'm thinking of her because I like her or anything!"
"Oh" she sounded much better this time.
"I mean, why she had to come back and show up. Okay, I have to admit, I did like her but after she broke my heart, I didn't like her anymore… I guess."
"You…guess?" I looked at her and she has this unreadable expression on her face.
"Look, Annabeth. I have a feeling that…"
"That you'll see her again?" she finished my sentence. I just looked at her and nodded.
She smiled, but it was a different kind. Somewhat like a sad smile.
"Hey, don't think about it that much, okay?"
We went silent for a moment when Annabeth stood up, "I'm hungry! Let's go eat."
She faced me and smiled. I didn't know how she managed to have that smile on her face but it made me feel better but the thought that maybe… just maybe; Calypso coming back still made me feel all uneasy. We ate lunch and talked like our talk about Calypso never happened. I was just amazed how an amazing and beautiful person is sitting across me.
We watched a movie after eating and got back to her apartment around eight in the evening.
"Thanks for today, Seaweed brain."
I smiled and as she faced her back to mine to open her door, I couldn't help myself. I hugged her from behind tightly. I felt her jump a little, probably was caught off guard with what I did.
"Uh—hey! Percy! What—"
"I love you, Annabeth. I love you." I tighten my hug to her.
She held my hands and slowly turned around, still hugging her. She held both of my cheeks and smiled softly at me. I can see in her beautiful grey eyes an indescribable amusement.
"Stupid Seawee brain, I love you too!" Her lips slowly touched mine and we stayed light that for a little while when I tried to deepen our kiss she started to let go.
"I better go inside. I promised Bobby I'll help him with his math homework."
"Okay. I'll see you this Saturday?"
"Saturday? Why?" She looked so cute when she's confused.
"It's New Year's Eve. SIlena Beauregard is throwing a party."
"Oh, I haven't heard of it. Heh. Sorry."
"Well, since now you know it, will you go with me?"
She looked shocked then slowly, given me the sweetest smile I've ever seen in my life.
"I would love to, Percy." I smiled back and hugged her.
"Woah. What's with you and all the huggin'?" She giggled.
"Nothing. I just… I feel like it." I grinned at her and she rolled her eyes and we broke off our hug.
"Bye, Seaweed brain!"
"Bye"
As she closed the door, a part of me wanted to her to just stay by my side because frankly, I felt that… that something bad is going to happen. Bad meaning that I might… never see Annabeth again.
ANNABETH's POV
I was helping Bobby with his assignment in Math when someone knocked at the door.
"Hey, Matthew! Can you get that?"
"I'm in the bathroom! You get it!"
"Bobby—"
I looked at him and he was really in delved with his homework. I sighed.
"Fine. I'll get it."
As I made my way to the door, I felt something tingling inside me to not open the door. Something… something…bad.
I shrugged it off and grabbed the doorknob and opened it.
Right there and then, I told myself that I should've listened to my intuition. Right there, standing in front of me was my worst nightmare; my worst memory.
"Hello, Annabeth. Nice to see you again."
Updated! Phew! Finally! Okay, I won't make promises that I can't keep anymore. Sorry for making you guys wait for so long. I'll update on the next chapter as soon as I can.
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