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Without further ado, I present: Chapter 3! :))
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Chapter 3: This Is It.
Annabeth's POV
Where am I? I could see the water changing colors. From blue to orange to red. Seriously, where am I?
I notice I'm in the beach. The sun is starting to set. That's why the colors are changing, I explained to myself. The wind was strong. It blew on my hair, making it flow back.
"Annabeth." I know that voice. Of course I know it... Luke. Who else could have a voice that deep and demanding?
I was expecting to see Luke looking at me when I turned my head. But when I turned my head, I saw Percy. His blinding smile stretched up 'till his ears.
I just stared. For once, Wise Girl, Annabeth has nothing to say. I swear I heard Luke voice when he said my name, but why is it Percy that's in front of me?
"What's wrong, Wise Girl? Something wrong?" he asked, his face confused. I continued to stare. This must be a dream. I said to myself. Yes, this is a dream. I'm sure of it.
Suddenly, the scene changed. This time I saw my 7 year old self. The time I ran away from home. When the Cyclops tricked me along with Thalia and Luke. I was running, not knowing where I was to go next. Running to darkness.
"Annabeth. I'm over here." The Cyclops said with Luke's voice. "Here, Annabeth. Here." It said with Thalia's voice this time. For some reason, I knew it was the Cyclops. It wasn't Luke nor Thalia.
And then- FLASH!
I sat up, sweat all over my body. I could tell it was already early morning, around 8:00. I can remember the dream fully. Unlike my other dreams, this was detailed. The way Luke suddenly became Percy. The Cyclops. Everything. I shuddered. Why do I remember all of this?
I looked at my clock. I was right, it was almost 8:00. Today, I woke up earlier than most. For one, because of the nightmare. Another, because Percy and I were gonna continue our tour.
Yeah. Judge me all you want. I might not sound excited, but I am! Seriously, you don't know how happy I was that the Empousa showed up yesterday. Sure, at first I was pissed. Empousa, the date ruiner comes my way but because of her, it's sooo much better. I get to spend another day with Percy!
After our little 'show' yesterday, Percy only had a few hours to tour me around. I guess a few hours wasn't enough because all we did was play video games in the arcade nearby. I didn't have such a bad time there either. There were a lot of architect games!
I stood up, ready to get ready for our date.(or tour. or whatever you want to call it.) It took me a few minutes to head to the bathroom, take a shower, brush my teeth and all. All I could think about was what will happen today. I sent a silent prayer to Athena for a great day. Please Mom, you might not like Percy, but please. I really like him.
I got out of the bathroom 20 minutes later after doing all I needed to do. Please, nothing goes wrong. I was dressing up when I heard my dad shout. "Annabeth! Percy's here already! Come on down!"
Butterflies started to form in my stomach. Gods, I was nervous. Just another day with Percy, Annabeth. I reminded myself and calmed down.
"I'm coming down, Dad!" I combed my hair, making sure that my curls are right above my shoulder. I took a look at the mirror one last time making sure that everything was perfect. Passable. I told myself. And I headed down knowing someone special is waiting.
Percy's POV
I was nervous. Annabeth will be coming down any minute. I don't know how I could face her, after holding hands. I may be paranoid, but still. It's still a big deal to me. I didn't even know how I looked now. I ran all the way from my house to Annabeth's. It's a walking distance anyway. But still. How do I look?
"Percy, are you all right?" Annabeth's dad asked. "Your sweating like crazy! Would you like to go to the comfort room?" And there was my answer.
Seriously, did I look that bad? I had no choice, I want to calm myself down. (and see how I look while I'm at it.) "Yes sir. Could you please tell Annabeth?" I answered.
"Of course, sonny. Turn right on the next door and you'll reach the comfort room. Calm yourself down."
"Thank you, sir." Then I headed my way to the comfort room. I heard Annabeth's dad mumble something like: "Young love these days." or something like that. I blushed at that.
When I reached the comfort room, I saw what I looked like. Oh, gods. I'm a complete mess. I looked like I ran for a marathon! I was drenched in sweat. You could see through my plain gray shirt. No wonder Annabeth's dad wanted me in here. I need to find something to change in to.
"Percy, are you in there?" It was Annabeth. Could this get any worse? "Can I come in?"
"Uhh." I mumbled. Look around, Seaweed Brain! Something to cover you!
Too late. Annabeth already opened the door. She took a look at me and her eyes widened. "Are you alright?" she asked. "You look like you ran for a marathon, Seaweed Brain!"
"That's what I thought too." I stated. Then she started laughing.
"C'mon, Seaweed Brain. I better get you a new shirt." She pulled me out of the comfort room, then brought me to a spare bedroom. I looked around. It looked spare, seeing it wasn't finished yet. There was nothing but a chest and a bed.
"Sorry." I mumbled. "I didn't mean for this to happen."
"It's fine." she said as she smiled, looking at me. "Now, where's that shirt?" She bend down and started looking for a new shirt I can wear.
I took it as an opportunity to look at what she looked like. She wore a purple tank top with the print of an owl with it. Yes, Athena's symbol. Plain white shorts above the knee. Her blonde hair was flowing unintentionally above her shoulder. Gods, she looks beautiful! And what was I wearing now? A sweaty gray shirt and board shorts. As if we're going to the beach, which we're not.
"Ah! Here." Annabeth's voice cut me out of my trance. "Here, change into this." She handed me the shirt and I took it gratefully. Although, I was a little embarassed. I always make a fool outta myself.
I took out my sweaty shirt, meaning to change into a new one. But when I was in the middle of taking it off, Annabeth shouted with her eyes closed-
"Not here! No, wait. Here! No, wait! Ahh! I'll leave. Come out when your done." Before she left, I noticed her face was tomato red. Maybe she does like me. Or maybe she's just not use to guys stripping in front of her. Ugh. Keep hoping, Percy.
Annabeth's POV
Seriously! Percy's such an IDIOT! Is it alright for him to take his shirt off in front of me? He's such a Seaweed Brain!
I leaned on the wall beside the door. I can feel my face heat up. I suddenly remembered how we had held each other's hands yesterday. Oh gods. I bet it was super red now! I couldn't help but remember how hot he was... SNAP OUT OF IT, ANNABETH! But still, his six pack abs. His perfect tan skin. He didn't use to look like that. He looks so much different than before. His appearance changed, but his character is still the same. The one I love.
"Thanks." It was Percy. I didn't notice him get out of the room. Probably because I was busy daydreaming. "Sorry. You know, for causing all the trouble. I didn't mean for these things to happen." He was rubbing the back of his neck. I love it when he does that.
"It's fine." I replied. Feeling my face heat up again. "Something's always bound to happen when you're here."
"I guess so." He laughed. Have I ever said that his laugh was gorgeous? I laughed as well.
"Let's go, Seaweed Brain. You have to show me around before the day ends. Again."
We left my house after a few minutes. Saying good-bye to my dad and after I gathered my things. I can't help but wonder what surprises the gods have in store for us today.
-END OF CHAPTER 3-
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