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As promised, I have two chapters for you folks for being so awesome and going above and beyond!

Ok, this chapter is pretty packed with events. There is a little drama, but not overly so, hope you guys don't mind, but I couldn't help myself. Not angsty at all though, promise.

Song title : Faithfully by Journey (Beautiful song by the way)

Disclaimer: I only own the plot : /

Enjoy guys : D

Chapter 16

Percy

Finals are finally over, so that's good.

Now, here I stand, on the 1st of June 2013, in Annabeth's living room, pacing back and forth, and waiting for her to come down so we can head off to prom.

"Percy, dear, do you want something to drink?" Annabeth's mom asks me.

"Um, y-yeah, sure. Thanks," I stutter out, nervously running my hands through my messy mop of black hair.

"Percy, sit. Relax, she won't be down for a few minutes," Mr. Chase says placing his glasses on the table stand and turning on the T.V.

I sigh and finally decide to take a seat. I tug on my bow tie and fidget with my fingers. "So, Percy. What country do you guys plan to visit first?" Mr. Chase asks me.

"Um, w-well we haven't really talked about it but I know Annabeth really wants to go to Greece, and I want to go to Italy, so we're definitely going there. Other than that, we still haven't decided."

"Well, that seems like a good start for now. You kids still have a couple more days to plan this trip out," Mr. Chase nodded, seeming to like what I said.

"Oh, what about France? Paris is the perfect place! It isn't known to bet the city of love for nothing," Mrs. Chase suggested bringing me a glass of juice and sandwich-bite appetizers. Mr. Chase glared at her, seemingly unimpressed.

"Yeah, I like that idea," I say halfheartedly, already digging into my food. Delicious, by the way. We chatted for a few more minutes to kill time, while I anxiously waited for Annabeth.

Fifteen minutes later, I hear footsteps from upstairs. I stand up abruptly, knocking over the half-empty glass of juice. I cringe at the mess I made but Mrs. Chase assures me its fine and demands I go get my date. I smile in thanks and excuse myself.

When I reach the stairwell, I smile involuntarily at the goddess in front of me. How is it that every single time she manages to take my breath away? Jeez. There she stands in a one shouldered black chiffon dress decorated with small diamonds on her breasts that complement her stormy grey eyes. It has a slit up her right thigh and every single detail makes her look like royalty. If I could I would make her my queen, and I'll be her king, and together we would rule our love. Yup, that was beyond cheesy, thank goodness I didn't say that out loud!

"Hey handsome," Annabeth greets me, sending me that smile that makes my heart stop and rewind.

"Hey, beautiful," I whisper. I take a deep breath and extend my hand for her to take. "Shall we?" I say in the best English accent I could muster.

She giggles at me, "We shall," she agrees in her own accent.

Annabeth

Percy looks so handsome tonight, I want to lick him. Seriously I do. But, sadly it's not the right time for that. When I met him at the foot of my stairs in his cute glasses and messy hairdo I grinned widely at him.

He was wearing a tux with a red bow tie again. Gosh he looks so freaking hot in a tux! Memories of Valentine's Day with that same bow tie flooded my mind and it made my heart burst. He handed me my corsage, a red rose in the middle with black and red little strings, placing it around my wrist. I admit, I wasn't really feeling the need to go to Prom, but I think it was just the stress talking. Now, looking at Percy smiling at me with wonder and amazement in his sea-green eyes, I can't help but be thankful for all he has given me.

Once we arrived at the hotel hosting our Prom, the Plaza Hotel, I go find us some seats while Percy gets us some drinks and appetizers. I found the gang sitting at a corner table and made my way towards them.

"Hey, Annabeth! OMG you look so pretty! I love you're dress! It's so cute!" Hazel rushes towards me giving me a hug and a kiss on the cheek.

"Hey Hazel. You look pretty cute yourself," I compliment, smiling down at her. Piper comes right after her, hugging me tightly.

"Hey Annie. You look beautiful," she gushes at me. I smile in thanks at her and sit down next to her leaving a seat for Percy.

"So where is Percy?" Frank asks after his girlfriend sits back down next to him.

"Oh, he went to go get us drinks"

"Hope he doesn't get lost. You know how he gets," Nico joked, eating some nachos on the table. The guys chuckle at my boyfriend's expense and I throw a fork at Nico.

"Watch it, Di Angelo," I mock threat. He shrugs unapologetically and I sigh. Boys will be boys.

Several minutes later, my man comes back, carrying two plates of who knows what and trying to balance two cups of what I assume is fruit punch. I smile at how clumsy he looks almost on the verge of spilling something. But, thankfully he sits down unscathed. I kiss him on the cheek in thanks, and I see his cheeks flush a little.

"So, what do you guys plan on doing in Europe for three months, eh?" Jason asks, shrugging his eyebrows suggestively.

I ignore his attempt at making us blush, because I'm used to it by now. "Um, actually, we haven't really talked about it that much," I answer, turning to Percy, a slight frown on my face. I only know of two countries we're visiting.

He smiles at me reassuringly, "Um, would you want to go to France?" he asks blushing slightly. My eyes widen in excitement.

"Of course! Oh my god, I didn't even think about France being an option!" I yell excitedly. I then realize that I'm squealing like a girl who just saw Justin Bieber, but I can't find it in me to care. I'm going to France bitches!

"Ooh, the city of love! You guys are definitely going to be busy aren't you?" Jason snickers and Nico and Frank join in. This time, Percy and I both blush at what he just insinuated. But, I think I'm blushing because that actually sounds like a pretty good idea.

"Jason, don't be an asshole! That's freaking romantic alright!" Piper punches him in the shoulder. This time we all laugh at Jason and the look on his face.

"Thanks Piper, but I think that is a wonderful idea, don't you think Percy?" I say, placing my hand on his thigh, and rubbing suggestively.

Percy stares at me wide-eyed, and swallows loudly. He stops my hand from its ministrations and leans in so only I could here, "Don't tempt me, love. I'm already desperate to see you out of that dress," he whispers huskily. Ah, shit! I feel my body burning in anticipation.

"Dam, guys, get a room! I can feel the sexual tensions flowing off of you," Nico mutters his face souring as if he swallowed a lemon, and we all giggle at him.

Percy

Prom sucks. Well, to be more thorough, the DJ sucks. He only plays the 'top 100' songs which of course is terrible music, but sadly this generation of teens don't know that. The girls don't mind though, they are happily dancing together enjoying the moment.

I smile as I watch Annabeth dance and laugh without a care in the world. It's then I realize that I can't imagine my life without her. I know I may be too young to be thinking so ahead of myself, but this feels so natural to me. I mean, I still don't know what I want to do with my life, but I do know that I want Annabeth there with me, every single moment of it. I look back at her and realize she's looking at me, smiling that smile that makes my heart stutter. I'm in love with this amazing woman. I decide I'm going to do something about that.

"Percy, did you hear me?" Nico asks, waving his arms in front of my face.

"No, what did you say?"

"Dam, dude, you are so whipped!" he finally concludes. I shrug, because, yeah, it's true, and I'm not ashamed of it. "Well, I was just asking if you think I should go ask that girl to dance, she seems lonely," he says looking behind me.

I turn and look at who he's pointing at and realize he's talking about Rachel. I smile widely at him. "Yes do it! I'm sure she'll like that. Oh, and her name is Rachel by the way." I say enthusiastically, shoving him in her direction. I hope that can keep her from asking for more of my notes.

I chat mindlessly with Frank and Jason. Even though I've only known them for a couple of months, they already became like brothers to me. So, I decide what the heck, and tell them of the surprise I want to plan for Annabeth.

"Dam, Perce, you sure? That is a really big thing to do," Frank asks, giving Jason a look.

"Yeah, Perce. Think about it. Maybe you should wait," Jason adds. I frown at both of them, slightly deflated.

"You guys don't think it's a good idea? I mean I love her, and I know she loves me. Why should this be such a big deal? I'm going to go to NYU with her after I graduate, and we're already going to live together," I suggest making them understand.

They look at me again, thinking over everything. "Well, then go for it Percy. She won't even see it coming." Frank finally admits patting my back in reassurance.

"Count me in then, she will definitely love it," Jason adds grinning at me. He looks behind me and his smile vanishes, a scowl replacing his features.

I turn and my face pales.

Annabeth

Dancing with the girls felt so liberating. I missed spending time with my friends, just us girls, being as silly as we could be. After a couple songs I decide to get us some refreshments.

While I waiting for my drinks, I feel someone come up behind me. Out of nowhere I feel a pair of hands touch my waist and pull me tighter against their body. I realize two things; one, I don't like this feeling, and two, because it isn't Percy.

"Hey sweetheart. You're looking hot as hell tonight," he whispers in my ear. I try not to gag of how nauseating he's making me feel. I try to pull away from his grasp, but he's prepared.

"You asshole! Let me go!" I scream, but the music is too loud for anyone to hear me.

"Oh, I like them feisty. Tell me, did you finally realize you were wasting your time with that idiot?"

I pull harder, trying to find a way out. "No jackass! Get that through you're Neanderthal brain!" I step hard on his foot and pull again, releasing me from his grasp. I quickly try to walk away but he catches up to me, pulling my arm, caging me into him.

"You little who-" he doesn't finish his sentence as someone tackles him to the ground, directing punch after punch at his face.

"Oh my god! Percy!" I gasp as I realize it was him. Jason and Frank are right behind him and quickly grab him pulling him off of a stunned Luke. "Are you stupid or what? Why would you attack him? Are you ok? Did he hurt you?" I ask question after question, checking Percy for injuries. His face is flushed in anger, glaring at Luke.

"Don't you ever dare fucking touch her again! Do you hear me!" he yelled. Luke was still on the floor touching his bloody nose in shock.

"You fucking nerd! You broke my nose!" he yelled. Nico came then rushing over with Hazel and Piper in tow as they rushed towards me.

"Annabeth, take him out of here to go cool off. Girls go with her," Nico suggested. "We'll take care of this," he reassured. I quickly nodded and lead Percy to the lobby of the hotel.

"What happened?" Piper asked, worry in her voice, once we got to the hotel lobby.

"Percy attacked Luke because he was touching me inappropriately," I answer as I sat him down. "Percy you have to calm down, breathe. I'm ok see, nothing happened to me." I tried to reassure him, my hands on his face. He seemed to calm down a bit, but he was still shaking in anger.

Hazel put her hand on my shoulder, "Are you really ok Annabeth?" she asked. Percy seemed to get out of whatever haze he was in, his eyes darting to mine.

"Did he hurt you? I swear I'll kill him if he did!" Percy says examining me frantically.

I laugh without humor, "No I'm ok, he didn't hurt me," I answer both Hazel and Percy. I turn to the girls, "You guys mind giving us a moment?" after realizing Percy isn't going to go hunt down Luke, they shake their heads and go back into the hall. I sit next to him, clutching his hand in mine. He automatically wraps his arm around my waist and pulls me to his chest, snuggling into my hair.

We sat there quietly, for a couple minutes, as we both found comfort in our embrace. "All better now?" I ask him.

"Shouldn't I be asking you that?" he retorts, a small smile forming at his lips. I just smile in return and shrug. Nico comes then looking for us, I assume.

"Oh, there you guys are. Don't worry about the attack. We talked to Mr. Brunner. Percy is clear," Nico said as he walked towards us. Jason right behind him. At our confused stares they grinned.

"Yeah, turns out Luke has already been suspended a couple times and this fight was the last straw. He's expelled." Jason clarifies.

"But what about Percy? He's not going to get in trouble?" I asked worried.

"Nah, we explained what happened. Percy was defending his girlfriend, and since you're a good kid, Mr. Brunner left you off the hook," Nico said patting Percy, reassuringly.

We both sigh in relief.

Percy

After Nico and Jason came to tell us I was good to go, Annabeth and I decide to go back into the hall. We didn't want Luke to ruin our night.

Now, we are dancing along to some provocative songs, and I really like these moves Annabeth is doing.

The DJ speaks up then, saying it was time for are all the couples to come out to the dance floor and dance. The slow chords of Faithfully by Journey come through the speakers, and Annabeth squeals in excitement. I smile down at her as I wrap one arm tightly around her waist pulling her towards me, as her right hand entwines with my left and her other hand rests comfortably on my shoulder.

Highway run
Into the midnight sun
Wheels go round and round
You're on my mind
Restless hearts
Sleep alone tonight
Sending all my love
Along the wire

They say that the road
Ain't no place to start a family
Right down the line
It's been you and me
And lovin' a music man
Ain't always what it's supposed to be
Oh, girl, you stand by me
I'm forever yours
Faithfully

Annabeth sighs into my chest and I try to lead us to the pace of the song, letting the lyrics fill me, sooth me.

Circus life
Under the big top world
We all need the clowns
To make us smile
Through space and time
Always another show
Wondering where I am
Lost without you

I twirl Annabeth two times then dance with her back against my chest, my hands around her waist. We don't say anything, all we do is feel. Feel the importance of this moment overtake us. I find comfort in her neck, breathing in her scent of coconut and jasmine. I smile.

I listen to the rest of the lyrics, singing them to her, dedicating them to her…

And being apart
Ain't easy on this love affair
Two strangers learn to fall in love again
I get the joy of rediscovering you
Oh, girl, you stand by me
I'm forever yours
Faithfully

Whooa, oh-oh-ooh
Whooa, oh-oh-ooh, oh
Whooa, oh-oh-oh, oh-whoooooa-oh
Faithfully

I'm still yours

"This is our song," Annabeth whispers when she twirls back around to wrap her arms around my neck.

I smile at her agreeing. "I'm forever yours" I sing into her lips, "Ever yours, Faithfully." I kiss her just as the song ends, and I know she knows this is an important moment for us both.

"I love you," she says against my lips, her grey eyes blazing through mine.

"I love you," I echo hugging her tighter against me. This moment right here is what reassures me that what I have planned to give Annabeth in Europe is the perfect gift.

Few! That was awesome wasn't it?

So, what do you guys think Percy has planned for Annabeth?

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