I'm so sorry that I've not updated in about a week or two. The thing is, yesterday was the last day of school and I've been studying for my finals and planning a party. And yes, middle schoolers do have finals where I live. For the party part… I just had it yesterday (A last day of school party)

So… for you nice readers, I will give you a sneak peek to the new story, Stranded, coming out July 15th.

(All because I am that nice.)

Stranded: Prelude

The screams were the only sound that I heard. I remembered Annabeth sitting next to me. She wasn't screaming, her face was just full of tears, shock, anger, and most of all, fear.

Her hands were unconsciously gripping the seat as if it was her lifeline… And in some sick, sad world… it was.

"Annabeth! Just close your eyes!" I yelled, and she closed them, not daring to let them take a peak as we crashed.

People flew, the top of the plane. I knew they were dead, seeing how uselessly they flopped in the air. And their screams were gone. That is what scared me the most.

I grabbed Annabeth and held her against me, bracing us for the impact.

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So… how are you liking the story so far?

Just let me know (through reviews please) if you want any more sneak peeks. I would happily give you some, seeing it is a good story promoter. OH and yesterday for the award ceremony at my school, I won the presidential award for my grades and the Kathy Taak award, a writing award… I'm really happy

~GoGreen52

Homecoming

Chapter 13: A Flashback

-Percy POV-

Annabeth and I have been dating for about two weeks now… we did have a fight… one that I will never forget, but it was soon followed by a make-up that I will never forget either.

-Flashback-

I was sitting in my penthouse, one I bought, knowing I would be staying here for awhile. Annabeth and I were going to go get some more furniture to 'fill it up' so I don't just have a sofa and chair, flat screen, kitchen with two chairs, and a bed in my bedroom.

Annabeth wanted it to look modern, not too outdated. And I have no idea what she means by that.

"Hey Percy!" Annabeth exclaimed, walking into the suite. "You ready?"

I nodded, picking up my wallet from the space beside me on the chair. "Yeah… just wait for me to find my sunglasses."

"Seaweed brain. The sun's not even out today. You'll be fine," Annabeth said, putting her hands on her hips. She looked at me expectantly. "Now let's go!"

"Annabeth. I need my sunglasses for you know... special reasons…" I looked at her, raising my eyebrows. I could see the gears turning in her head, and her eyes widened.

"Oh! Sorry… I kind of forgot." Annabeth admitted, putting her head down. "I really should think twice before I say something, huh?" she asked, looking at me with helpless eyes.

I smiled at her, and nodded. "But you're lucky, because I have to think three times," I joked, trying to get that smile on her face again. I hate it when she looks like this. I mean, it was one very simple mistake. It happens to famous people all the time; right?

"I'm right. You are a seaweed brain. I wasn't actually angry. I just had to show you my amazing acting skills." Annabeth gushed, smirking. Her eyes dared me to say something.

So, as you know the seaweed brain I am, I did.

"You learned from the master, that's why." I said, and Annabeth looked at me with an unbelieving look. I was in for it…

"Oh, like you can do any better." Annabeth smirked at me, walking to where I stood, "I learned from TV. Not you."

"You must realize, you watch me on TV. I always tell little white lies in interviews." I admitted, smiling now, "You must have picked it up from me, then."

"Oh, I never watched your little interviews on TV. Instead I listened to some good music."

"Well that's good to know," I pouted. Annabeth smiled and kissed my cheek.

"But you should know that you'll always be my seaweed brain."

"And you my wise girl."

"Wise girl? Now where did that come from?" Annabeth looked at me, cocking an eyebrow.

"It came from this little discussion we had. Apparently, you are extremely wise for coming up with those witty comebacks. And obviously, you are a girl… right?" I said, looking at her warily.

"Duh, seaweed brain. Sometimes I swear, from all that time you spent in the ocean from your last trip you got some seaweed in your head, replacing your brain." Annabeth sighed, and held her hand out.

"What?" I asked, looking at her hand like it was a dagger she was pointing at me

"Well, we have to go- oh right, the sunglasses." Annabeth said, and ran to get them. Yes, Annabeth knows where my sunglasses are while I don't even have a clue… in my penthouse, too.

We walked to the store, deciding not to use a cab seeing everyone was today since it was raining. Plus, we didn't want the driver to cause an uproar from me being… me.

"Percy?" Annabeth spoke, looking up at me. The rain was only sprinkling, coming down in soft drips and drops.

"Yeah?" I asked, looking at her with a new intensity.

"Why didn't we call your driver?" Annabeth asked, looking at me in disbelief.

"We didn't because we wanted to be able to do this," I said, and took her into a kiss. Cliché, right? But here's the thing. We were kissing in the rain. I really felt something, this spark coming between us.

I knew that I wanted to love her, but I didn't know what to do. What was love? This feeling? It had to be. Nothing ever felt like this. Every time we touched, my heart soared. Every time she kissed me, I wanted to go around the world and yell, MY ANNABETH IS THE BEST WOMAN IN THE WORLD!

I really, really, really, times infinity liked her. I don't even know if I can say I liked her.

I think I love her.

We got into the furniture store, Ashely's furniture, I was amazed. If there was such thing as too much furniture, this would be the perfect example of that.

We came across a set of furniture that I liked. It reminded me of one hotel I was in, a tropical theme. I kinda like that idea.

"What about these?" I asked, looking at Annabeth. Annabeth took one glance at them.

"I don't think these will look good with your penthouse, Percy." Annabeth said, and started to walk off.

"But I think they do." I said, and she turned around to face me.

"Look, I'm just trying to help you out, Percy." Annabeth said, "Now let's go."

"Maybe I don't want your help." I said, "I really like this set up, and I think I can make it work."

"Percy. This is stupid. You need my help." Annabeth told me, and grabbed my arm. "Let's go."

I shook her off, and she stared at me in shock. "Annabeth, I don't need your help."

"What?" Annabeth asked, looking at me deeply in the eyes, "So… you don't want me to help you. I guess I should just leave then." She said softly. She walked out, and I just stupidly watched her leave.

I ended up buying the furniture and the next day it came. I set it up, exactly how I wanted it to go. it actually did work, but Annabeth wasn't here to see it.

The next day I went back to the store, bought some other furniture for the house, not just my living room, and I was able to bring it home with me from the help of my driver.

By the next morning… my penthouse was nicely furnished. It came with a few losses, though. Annabeth, and I was attacked by a group of girls on the way home. It really was pretty scary.

But most of all… I really missed Annabeth.

It scared me, thinking that I would never see her again. The day she left kept on playing over and over in my head. I was really a seaweed brain.

I took out my cell and dialed my friends. I have to get her back.

We ended up coming up with a plan that I think will work. I called Annabeth.

Annabeth ended up answering on the third ring, and her voice sounded weak like she'd been crying. I have to admit I had cried a little too… once I figured how big of a loser I was to her. "Hello?"

"Can you come over?" I asked, sounding out of myself. I knew she heard it too, because she had a quick intake of breath.

"Why would I?" Annabeth asked, and I could see those stormy grey orbs dare me to say anything.

"You would because I screwed up. I messed up, and I honest to God can't spend another second without you. You know you're cutting it close as it is."

I heard Annabeth give a sad laugh on the other side of the phone. Right now I really want to hug her and tell her it's all going to be okay…

"Okay." Annabeth sighed, then hung up.

I did a fist pump.

Step one complete.

Annabeth came over about ten minutes later, and I saw for myself how bad she looked. Her usually stormy and lively eyes were dull, and lifeless. She had dark circles under her eyes and she was noticeably paler. Not to mention her eyes were red and puffy, telling me she had it as bad as me.

And I'm sure I was a mirror image.

I haven't slept in two days.

She didn't either.

I threw myself into my work, writing songs.

She threw herself into her blueprints, giving un-needed dimensions to pass time.

I cried when I remembered our three dates, giving me too many memories, but knowing I had too little time.

She cried, remembering me, and cried for our fight.

I was useless without her.

She was nothing without me.

We know, through our eyes, now lively again, that we can't be separated for this long ever again. or else… we're screwed.

I handed her a cake, with eight words on the top.

I missed you, will you take me back?

She smiled at me, tasted the icing from her finger, and smirked at me. "Just let me do one last thing before I forgive you."

"Anything."

"Okay."

She threw the cake at my face, covering me with the cake. I have to admit, it did taste pretty good.

"So I guess we're back together now," I said, some cake falling off my face when I talked.

She smiled and nodded. "Yes we are."

"Okay… now give me a hug," I said, opening my arms. Cake was all over me, thanks to her.

"Oh no you don't," Annabeth warned, backing up while I stepped forward. "Get your cake mess away from me."

I just smiled smugly at her, then started to chase her. We continued that for quite some time…

-End flashback-

Annabeth and I are going out to the beach tomorrow with our friends. Nico, Thalia, Annabeth and I are planning on getting Juni and Grover together, too.

The girls were excited while Nico and I… not as much. But we do want Grover to be happy.

So, all that's left to do is wish us luck.

Chapter is over! Okay, I want you guys to decide how Juniper and Grove get together.

Juniper and Grover make each other jealous

Juniper starts to drown, Grover saves her

The group plays spin the bottle (you can guess what'll happen next)

Review your favorite!

~GoGreen52