Sorry for taking so long to update. Thanks for all of the reviews, though. Well, without further ado, enjoy chapter 11 of "Problems with Girls."

Ch.11 Luck (and Love) Jumps Back into My Lane

Rachel's POV

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Why did I like Percy anyway?

So, to recap, Percy chose Annabeth over me after I told him I liked him. Yea, that's a real confidence boost for a girl. Anyway, I was trying to get over him, but when you fall hard and there's no one to catch you… Well, all I really wanted were distractions. So, I headed out into a world full of them.

I started with the mall. Crowded, loud, ideal. I went to the food court first to refuel my system. I jumped into line at the Bamboo Garden and ordered my usual, General Tso's chicken over noodles with Pepsi. As I was walking back to my table, I saw a familiar face.

"Rachel?" he said.

"Ryan?" I answered. I couldn't believe it. I hadn't seen him in two years, at least. He still looked the same. Luckily, he was like the opposite of Percy. Dark skin, eyes, and hair, with a killer smile. I thought I felt sparks, but I fought them off. I'm not getting hurt again, I thought. By this time, we were face to face. Ryan gave me a hug. "Wow, I haven't seen you in a while."

"I know, so let's eat and catch up." We took our seats. "So what has Rachel Elizabeth Dare been up to lately? Protesting against your father again, perhaps? Keeping your title as the Red-headed Nightmare?"

I felt so close to him, and it felt good not to be alone. "Nope, not this time. Just hanging out with friends."

"Rachel, don't take this the wrong way, but, you have made friends?" He started howling with laughter.

"Ha ha, very funny. Everybody's got jokes," I said.

"Well, are they here or did you just come to the mall solo?" he asked.

"Wait. What are you doing here anyway?" I questioned. I didn't want to get close to Ryan again if he wasn't moving back.

"I just moved back here, Rach. I'm so glad I saw you." He pinched my cheek, and I slapped his hand down playfully. "So, where are your friends? I'd love to meet them."

"They're kind of a packaged deal now…Percy Jackson and Annabeth Chase." Ryan made a very surprised and curious face . "What?"

"Oh, nothing. You know, Rachel, we could be a packaged deal again, too. I'm here to stay." My face must have looked weary. "If you're okay with that."

I had no idea if I was okay with that. Sure, Ryan being here did lessen my feelings toward Percy. He had Annabeth now. Maybe things with me and Ryan will work out. Might as well give it a shot, I thought. Plus, it would be nice to spend more time with Ryan.

"Yea, actually. That would be amazing. I've really missed you," I said.

His face lit up. "Really?"

"Yes." I smiled.

Ryan grabbed my hand and we walked through the mall. I guess I fell again.

Okay, I know that things aren't really making sense yet. As the story goes on, I'll explain more of the history between Ryan and Rachel. Next chapter is back to Percy and Annabeth! 7 reviews! =]