Sorry this is so late, it would have been uploaded a day sooner but I had Wi-Fi trouble. Thank you to anyone who has ever reviewed at all! You would not believe the excitement I feel each time.

And to Jake Wolf, yes I completely agree. Percy leaving is completely out of character. I even considered not doing this fic just because of that.

Enjoy!

I have no clue why I tell Percy he can come the next day. It's to soon. I'm not ready.

What do I tell Jason?

Do I let him see Rose?

For a moment I just sit in the fading light of my living room, trying to stifle my tears. I curl up on my couch, hugging my knees to my chest as I stare out the only living room window. It's still open, allowing a cool breeze to ruffle the light blue curtains, and occasionally my hair. But as the daylight fades, so does the warmth, and eventually I'm forced to get up and close the window.

Somehow, when I close the window, it makes me feel even further trapped and alone. And then, I just can't take it, I need the presence of another human being. I can't wake up Rose though, and as much as I would love to see her adorable little smile, I need comfort my daughter just can't provide.

I need Jason.

It's already eight, but I know he'll come. Just as I would if he needed me. So, my vision blurring with tears once more, I pull out my cellphone and dial.

He picks up on the second ring, sounding slightly worried. I don't usually call at this hour.

"Ruby, is everything alright?"

"Jason, can you come over? Please?" My voice sounds thick and stuffy and I already know he is going to assume it's one of my panic attacks.

"Of course, be there in ten. Love you." He says automatically. I respond accordingly and go curl back up on my couch in a purple comforter I drag off my bed, not even caring that I pull off my pillows and sheets in the process.

He knocks once and opens the door as usual. I can tell by his purple rome T-shirt that he threw on the first things he touched, which almost makes me smile.

"Hey hon." He says, kicking off his shoes and hanging up his jacket before he sits down, curling up with me.

I give him half the comforter and he smiles as he wraps it around himself. He gently presses a kiss to my forehead and hums softly.

But his sweet gestures only bring a fresh set of tears.

"Ruby, is something wrong?"

I bury my face in his chest and nod, clutching the dark fabric of his shirt as if it's my lifeline. As if it's the only thing keeping Jason there.

"Do you want to talk about it?" He asks, even more gently than before.

Slowly, I lift my head to look at him, afraid of what his reaction might be. "Percy came back."

He stiffens, his expression frozen into one of shock. But worse, in his blue eyes I can see one emotion. Fear.

He knows how long I have waited for him to come back. He knows how much I still love him. He knows I'm still technically married to him. I am, in fact, still Mrs. Percy Jackson.

He could lose me.

But then he does exactly the right thing.

"Tell me what to do. We can fix whatever needs to be fixed. Do what needs to be done. I'm here for you Ruby." He says, hugging me closer.

"He's coming over tomorrow." I tell him, wiping at a few tears. "At four. I don't know what to do."

I take a few shuddering breaths before continuing. "Jason, he told me he still loves me."

For a minute Jason is silent. I think he doesn't know what to say.

"Do you want me to be there?" He asks instead.

I open my mouth to say yes before stopping to seriously contemplate the question. Of course I want him there. But would that make things easier or harder?

I shake my head. "I don't think that would be the wisest choice. I'll call you as soon as he leaves though. I promise."

"It's a plan." He sounds sad, hurt even. But when I look up his expression shows nothing but determination. "Do you want me to stay the night?"

The question surprises me greatly. Jason keeps up appearances and never breaks rules. This is unheard of coming from him. In fact, even when we went on vacation together we got separate hotel rooms.

"It's okay, you have work tomorrow and I'm bringing Rose to Sally's. Plus, I'm sure Thalia would have a few words to say about that." I smile, kissing him on the cheek.

He laughs, and I'm grateful I managed to get a real one from him, even in this situation.

"Thank you." I say quietly, as he moves to get up.

"For what?"

"For coming. And for offering. It meant a lot." I stare at my hands as I say it, a little embarrassed about all the crying I've done. I don't know when I started being such a wimp.

Probably when Percy left me I realize.

"It's no problem. I love you." He smiles, giving me another hug. "I love you to." I answer, a little sad that he's leaving.

"I'll see you tomorrow." He calls over his shoulder.

"Be safe." I answer back.

And then he's gone, taking the last bit of security I had with him.

So that's chapter 5! Originally I was going to have her talk to Sally and then Jason, but I have a bit more trouble writing Sally. For example, in the first chapter, I don't think she would have yelled quiet like that. I was also going to put the meeting in this chapter but realized it would be WAY to long. And I realized that so far Ruby is just the abandoned wife that cries a lot.

That will soon change.

I've gotten to the point where I can slow down a little and develop the characters and backstories further. So don't worry, Ruby is not a weakling. And if you paid attention you'll remember she does have some personality, like her 'Air of excitement' or Bright standards.'

Also, expect a little less Jason and more Percy and Rose. An maybe I'll introduce a few more characters, but I'm still deciding on that.

Also, if ANYONE has any suggestions for this fic I would love to hear them. I have a few definite ideas that are going to happen but I am open for more.