Okay, so here is the new update! Sorry that it's been awhile, but I am a very busy guy! So, without further ado; ON WITH THE STORY!:
Leo
This day, was definitely one of the hardest days of his life. Today, they burned Percy Jackson's shroud. Poseidon was there, a broken expression plastered on his face. Grover had finally returned from collecting more Satyrs, and he had collapsed when he learned of Percy. Now, Annabeth was being comforted by her cabin and Grover. Thalia was also there, she had a few tears rolling down her cheeks. They had decided to burn the shroud of Nico too. Cousin-by-Cousin, they were burned. Aurora was with Leo. She was dressed in a gray shirt, and she had darker colored jeans on. Her hair was pulled back into a bun. She looked stunning, however, Leo was too depressed to notice really.
Everyone stepped up to say something about Percy, there was so much to him. Grober got up, and declared Percy was the best friend that he could've ever wished for. Clarisse got up, and she also said that Percy was a great hero, the best. After all had said something, Annabeth stepped up. She was in tears now, she looked absolutely broken.
"He was the greatest hero I've ever known, my best friend," she began, "He was also the greatest boyfriend, and fiancee a girl could possibly want." She started choking up, "And now, I'll never be able to feel safe in his arms again, I'll never be able to ruffle his hair. I won't be able to see that goofy smile, or feel his lips against mine." Streams of tears were now falling freely down her face, her chin was quivering, "But I know, that he wouldn't have changed anything. He still would've done the same thing. I miss him, it hurts, but at least now, he doesn't know anymore pain." Not able to take it anymore, she lit Percy's shroud.
Rather then smelling burning flesh, Leo could smell the sea. After saying things about Nico, they lit up his shroud too. The camp clearing was quiet now, as all mourned the loss of two great heroes. In the back, he could here an Apollo camper start up a song. It was slow, it was sad, and it reflected how everyone felt.
Summer's day
Brings out pain
As we fight in the fray
We all mourn
Our hearts are broken
Never to mend again
In shadows
We find ourselves
In shadows
We curse them
There's no more light
But still we fight
To preserve
The memory
Of our dead friend
Your light has gone
But we still go on
To make your one
Last request done
We all mourn
We are all broken
But we still fight
To push back the night
The valiant die young
But we still hold on
In your memory
The days go on
But we still fight
To make your one
Last request done
Summer's day
Brings out the pain
As we fight in the fray
The song brought tears to Leo's eyes. More people began to join in, both Greek and Roman. He began to sing, along with Aurora of course. The song kept repeating these lines, and each time, everyone seemed to have their resolve strengthened. Just as the song finished, Rachel stood up. He eyes were glowing green, and everyone was shocked, stumbling back. Rachel began to talk in a voice that was definitely not hers.
"A child of wisdom and sea, the strongest there will ever be, and they shall fight, a threat darker than night. An old enemy shall turn friend, as the war comes to an end, and the mountains will kneel, as all are affected. And by swinging blade, the price will be paid, and in death's embrace, will the hero rest." Rachel said, green-mist coming out of her. Leo was so shocked, that he almost shoved several people over.
Did she just say a prophecy? was his one and only thought. When Rachel had finished, several Apollo campers quickly grabbed her before she could collapse. Everyone was shaken, but none, more so than Annabeth. She looked horrified, like something even worse had happened to her. She was holding a hand just below her navel. She had fresh tears in her eyes now. No, she couldn't be? he thought to himself.
"Attention!" Chiron yelled, "Everyone! Do not panic, please, let's continue on! Tomorrow, we will have a meeting with all the Camp and Legion leaders! Please, go back to about your day!" Everybody reluctantly dispersed. Leo went to walk around with Aurora, as was their usual now. He couldn't help but notice how her light brown hair swayed, taking glances of the sun with it. Her blue eyes looked like diamonds, and the dark of her clothes brought them out even more.
"Hey, umm, Aurora?" He said, finally deciding to attempt to make this day a little brighter.
"Yes, what is it?" She stopped and looked at him. Her eyes looked fierce and lovely, a deadly combination.
"I, uh, I, uh, wanted to, uh-" He stuttered out. How could he be so nervous! He was much more open then this! He wasn't a shallow dude! He didn't stutter!
"What?" Aurora interrupted.
"I think you're very pretty!" Leo blurted out. Aurora looked surprised, and then she smirked.
"That's all?" She said.
"I, well, I was hoping if you would go, umm, out with me?" He asked cautiously. She smiled a little, then pulled closer to him. Their lips were inches away. Aurora closed that gap. Leo felt warm, warmer then usual. He was probably blushing, which he will rue the day. He moved his lips slowly with hers, in sync. His whole brain had turned to mush, then again, it was always mush.
She pulled away and said, "How's that for an answer?"
"Well, I'd have to say, an amazing answer." Leo said, nodding his head, savoring the moment.
"Good, then we're boyfriend and girlfriend, you better treat me like one."She said
"Deal, absolutely!" He said a little to eagerly. Aurora let out a soft giggle, and they continues their walk. Leo would never admit it, except to her, but that was his first kiss. He will always remember it. Today, was the day, they burned Percy's shroud, and Leo got his first girlfriend.
As you can see, I tried to leave the chapter off a little happy. I added the LeoxAurora fluff for you guys since you requested it. I also want to say thank you for all the patience and support! I know that I don't update often, and thank you for hanging in there! Now, As Always, Have A Nice Day!