JM- I'm back. I am so sorry for falling of the planet but on the bright side I now have a very good friend on mars with and attractive brother. Only he's kind of in a relationship with…
Clarisse/Nico- No one cares.
Annabeth- I hate to say it but they're right. You've kept your readers waiting long enough.
JM- Fine but I have to do the disclaimer.
Disclaimer- I'm not Rick therfore I own nothing. Other than the city under Paris, all the people in it, and... No that's it.
No one's POV
Percy took deep, slow breaths discretely wiping his hands on his pants to keep them from getting too sweaty. His heart was racing so fast it was almost one continuous beat. Time seemed to slow down as he waited. Stupid ADHD!
Annabeth stood behind a set of huge oak doors. She kept fidgeting with her dress or her blue rose bouquet (Nico- again with the roses. Aphrodite needs help). Zeus was leaning against the wall waiting for his cue. Suddenly Aphrodite appeared.
"Alright we'd ready for you," she announced with glee. "So anytime you're ready."
"Give me another minute," Annabeth half-whispered.
"Oh good thing you stopped me," Aphrodite squeaked (Annabeth-Great, what else is there?). "I almost forgot!" She pulled a necklace straight out of the air. It had a silver chain and sapphires arranged in an almost flower-like pattern with a large gem that resembled a tear drop at the bottom. Aphrodite also jingled a few coins in her hand.
"What's that for?" Annabeth asked.
"Haven't you ever heard that old saying?" Aphrodite asked. "Six pence in your shoe, something borrowed, and something blue. It's in that one Carrie Underwood song 'Just a Dream.' Lovely girl. Anyway, it's an old good luck thing for weddings. This is six pence," she jiggled the coins again. "This is something borrowed." She held up a bit of the veil. "It's Sarah's grandmother's, on her father's side of course, but she wanted you to wear it. Then, something blue." Aphrodite quickly slung the necklace around Annabeth's neck and fastened the clamp. After tucking the pence into Annabeth's shoe Aphrodite stood. "NOW, anytime you're ready."
"I can do this," Annabeth thought. "I'm ready." She lied. Zeus came over and laced and arm through Annabeth's.
"Alright," Aphrodite said. "I'm sending the flower girls out first. Count to fifty then follow."
Percy heard the music pick up to the traditional wedding march and everyone stood and looked back. He looked back as two huge doors opened. Three little girls, in dark blue dresses walked down the aisle. Two held flower baskets, the other held a small pillow.
Percy felt like he was about to pass out when Annabeth came out. Annabeth, with her hair shining in the soft light, her stormy gray eyes sparkling jewels. She looked like a goddess, only better, because it was still her. She wasn't buried under ten pounds of make-up or drowning in some fluffy Cinderella dress. She had a natural beauty seemed to radiate from her making the rest of the world disappear. She smiled a heart melting smile when she locked eyes with Percy.
Annabeth walked along with the beat of the music, with was far too slow, down an aisle that was far too long. She desperately wanted to sprint down the row but decided to keep her dignity for the time being.
Percy was extremely handsome in this tux. He stood confidently before her with a smile, waiting for her to reach him. His eyes gleamed with excitement and awe. His hair was still mess, but a contained messy. Like it had been positioned in just the right way to make it look natural and well did at the same time.
Just before they reached Percy, Zeus stopped and put a hand on each of Annabeth's shoulders and said, "There's still time to get out of this if you want."
Annabeth laughed softly. "Thank you for the reminder, but I'm seeing this through." Zeus shrugged then placed Annabeth's hand in Percy's. Percy gave the lord of the skies a quick "Did you really just say that?" look before smiling at Annabeth. Somehow, even with her high heels, she wasn't taller than him.
"Please join hands," Mr. Swan said. Annabeth handed her flowers to one of the little girls at their sides. (JM- I was so tempted to do the whole Princess Bride Mawwadge ceremony. Oh and considering the only wedding I've been too had personalized vows I don't know how they really go so just work with me). "We are gathering here today to bind this man and this woman in matrimony. If there is anyone who objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace. Other than the parents of this young couple."
Athena slumped down in her chair folding her arms stubbornly.
"Very good," Mr. Swan continued. "Now do you Perseus Jackson take Annabeth Chase to be your wife? In sickness and in health, for better or for worse?"
"I do," Percy replied confidently giving Annabeth's hand a small squeeze.
"And do you Annabeth Chase take Perseus Jackson to be your husband? In sickness and in health, for better or for worse?"
"Of course I do," She said tears of joy beginning to form in her eyes (Clarisse- You're married for half a second and you're already going soft. I'm so disappointed in you).
Mr. Swan provided a large ceramic vase, like cup, filled with nectar. He handed it to Annabeth who took a sip then handed it to Percy. He also drank then hesitated for a second looking over at Annabeth.
"Smash it," she mouthed. Percy smiled and threw the cup to the ground.
"I now pronounce you man and wife for..." Mr. Swan quickly counted the pieces. "Three years. You may kiss the bride."
Percy leaned Annabeth back as he whispered, "I love you, Mrs. Jackson."
"Back at you," Annabeth said just before Percy kissed her.
"Ladies and general-men," Mr. Swan said. "I now present Mr. and Mrs. Percy and Annabeth Jackson." Everyone stood and applauded.
Everyone was herded into a large area that looked like a fancy cafeteria. At the head of the room was a long elegant table with a blue table cloth, trimmed with gray. It was set for fourteen people. Percy and Annabeth were set at the head with their parents at their sides then so on with the other Olympians.
"Congratulations," Demeter said as she past.
"Hey guys," Apollo said. "Congrats. Lovely ceremony. Oh hold on. I feel a haiku..."
"Stop bothering the newlyweds Apollo," Artemis said all but pushing her brother away. She mouthed, "You're welcome."
"You look good in a tux Percy," Poseidon said clapping his son on the shoulder.
"Um... Thanks dad," Percy said. "I don't think you and Annabeth have ever been really introduced."
"I don't believe we have," Poseidon said. He took Annabeth's hand and kissed it like men do in movies. "It's a pleasure to finally meet the lovely young lady who has stolen my son's heart."
"The pleasure is all mine," Annabeth said with a genuine smile. "I would like to thank you for… well… allowing Percy to marry me, despite…"
"My differences with your mother?" he asked. "Who Percy decides to love is not something I get to decide."
"No, that would be Aphrodite's job," Athena said walking up to the table. She wore a smile that would have made Kronos curl up into a ball and cry for his mommy.
"Mother…" Annabeth began, sensing the coming controversy.
"You needn't worry about the Son of Poseidon's safety for tonight, Annabeth," Athena stated. "As it seem Aphrodite went all out for this wedding. Should anyone attempt to harm the ether of you they shall be reduced to a pile of ash." Athena fixed he gaze strictly upon Percy. "Even so, should you harm my daughter in any way I will not hesitate to provide you with your slow, yet permanent demise. Have I made myself clear?"
"Very much so ma'am," Percy said swiftly.
Athena gave him a scrutinizing look. "Further more…"
"Oh would you look at these two," Aphrodite squealed. For the first time ever the newlyweds were happy to see her. "Do I know how to set up couples perfectly, or what?"
"Or what," Athena grumped.
"Oh that's an expression Athena, honey," Aphrodite said soothingly.
"I wasn't asking… You aren't… You're hopeless."
"At least I can keep up with the world around me," Aphrodite said putting her hands on her hips. "I mean, honestly, you're a goddess. You could at least wear this month's shoes, and don't even get me started on your make-up."
"You are such a spoiled, bratty, self-absorbed bi…"
"Okay," Poseidon said placing himself between the two angry women (Nico- Percy, your father is the bravest man alive. Clarisse- I resent… No you're right. Sorry dad, but that is impressive). "Let's all just settle down and enjoy the reception."
"What do you think our chances of sneaking out would be?" Percy whispered to Annabeth as the three gods argued.
"Horrible," She replied. "Let's go."
Just then an enormous cake appeared just in front of them. It was insane, as in it was so intricate and ornate that if you looked at it for too long you may lose your sanity. There were schools of candy and chocolate fish swimming across the cake, literally. Fancy, frosted bookshelves with chocolate leather bound books, and reading chair. Full sized horses made of frosting galloped across a single layer. Owls sat of perches on a layer that seemed to be made of trees. The wedding toper was of Percy and Annabeth themselves that and so realistic that the said couple had to look at the other to make sure the other was still beside them. Just like everything else associated with the wedding, almost everything was blue or silver or green or gray.
"Maybe we could spare a few minutes," Percy mumbled.
"Why am I not surprised?" Annabeth asked, amused.
JM- Alright we have a few matters to discuss. Firstly I am rather sure that I will be ending this story in a chapter or two. Then again I may just end here. I was recently told, by someone I greatly respect, that my writing is horrible. Should I keep writing or bag it and be done?
Annabeth- JM of course you should keep…
JM- I want to hear it from my readers if you don't mind. Second, who else is as excited for MOA to come out as I am? And last but not least, if I do keep writing I've had this idea for a while now, but I was thinking about making 'The Percabeth Project' its own story. Each book would be a season with varying numbers of episodes. There would be guest speakers, behind the scenes action, Aphrodite fantasies and fakes, and a whole mess of wordplay and misconception.
Percy- I am convinced that you hate me and want to ruin my life.
JM- Oh come on Percy. Tell you what, I will bring everyone back so you can make sure Aphrodite (and I) don't go to crazy. I'll even through in more characters to help keep the peace.
Percy- Hmmm. Why not? I'm on bored anyway.
JM- Incase you didn't get the hint… I REALLY NEED REVIEWS! (calming breath) Please.