Disclaimer: No one is as awesome as Uncle Rick. Including me. Characters belong to him.

**** continued flashback******

Annabeth stared at the two, biting her lip trying to keep herself from saying something she'd regret. When Percy invited her to lunch, she thought that they were going to eat in the library like the usually did.

On their way to the library, they had seen Rachel sitting in the hall outside of the cafeteria by herself, her tray in her lap. Annabeth couldn't say no to his pleading face. So she agreed to let the new girl sit with them.

And now Annabeth sat in the cafeteria, nothing to do but watch Percy and Rachel get to know each other better. She crossed her arms. Why should Annabeth care? Percy can like whomever he wants. She's not his mother nor his girlfriend.

Annabeth could never compete with Rachel anyways. No wonder why Percy gave his attention to her. Long fiery red hair cascaded down her back in an abundance of unruly curls. Her flawless ivory skin seemed to be glowing, along with her emerald-green eyes. All in all, she looked like an exotic model.

But does he like her? Love her? They might as well go to prom together and get married! Annabeth took a deep breath. 'You're being ridiculous,' she told herself. 'Percy would never-'

Percy nudged her. Annabeth blinked, uncrossing her arms. "What's wrong?" he asked. Annabeth shrugged off his hand on her arm. "Nothing," she muttered. "Why don't you go back and get cozy with your girlfriend?"

Percy grabbed her arm and stood up, forcing Annabeth to follow him out of the cafeteria.

"What is your problem?" He demanded. Annabeth shrugged. "I dunno. You shouldn't be wasting time with me, your best friend. No, you should go back and keep Rachel company. It's okay, really. I never mattered anyway."

"What the hell are you talking about?" He asked. Annabeth narrowed her eyes. "Don't play dumb, Percy Jackson. You guys are going to the end of the year campfire together." Annabeth tried to sound nonchalant. This fact has been bothering her all week, mainly the reason why she'd confronted Percy. She was not married to Percy. Percy did not belong to her. Then why did it hurt more than it should?

"What? H-how did you know that?" he seemed genuinely confused. Annabeth took this as a sign that it was true. He wouldn't look in her eyes. "Huh. So you do like her?"

"Why do you care?" His tone was harsh. "You know, I thought you just were jealous of Rachel jeopardizing our friendship. But it isn't that, is it?" Annabeth's face flushed, realizing where he was going with the conversation.

"Percy, I-"

"You really like me, don't you?" he interrupted. Annabeth glared. "Do not flatter yourself. Please just tell me this: do you really like her?"

Percy hesitated, then nodded. "I don't see why I can't get to know her." He shuffled his feet, avoiding her eyes. Annabeth forced herself to nod. "O-okay. I just hope you two have a great time, Percy." Annabeth turned and walked away, her gait stiff and frantic.

She really wasn't being fair to Percy. Annabeth made him tell the truth and now she's mad? She wouldn't be surprised if Percy hated her right now.

****End of flashback****

Annabeth remembered it like it was yesterday. That was the first-and last- time Annabeth confronted him about his love life. After that day she just decided it was best that she stop meddling. Sure, Percy and Rachel had gone out a full 5 months after that, but that's when Annabeth realized Percy made his own decisions and could like who he wanted to like.

Sure, Annabeth was ecstatic when Percy said he loved her, but that's a story for another day.

"-alright, Annabeth? Annabeth?" Hazel was shaking her shoulders.

Annabeth blinked, realizing that Hazel was talking. "Huh? What happened?" Hazel sighed in relief. "You blacked out. But, um, they said it was your turn." Hazel pointed to the corner where Tammi and her camera crew were waiting. She swallowed hard and stood up.

"Good luck," Hazel whispered. Annabeth nodded and slowly walked over to the couch where Tammi was lounging, typing something on her phone. When she saw Annabeth approach, Tammi waved her over, forcefully sitting her down on the sofa.

"Long time no see, Annie." Annabeth forced herself to stay calm and not yell at Tammi in front of the camera.

"Hi, Tammi."

"I've gotten word that you're going to be releasing a new album soon. While you're working on this movie project, right?" Annabeth nodded. "Yeah. It's going to be called-"

Tammi laughed. "Right. I don't really care, and I'm sure our viewers would be bored hearing about your music." Annabeth's mouth hung open and Tammi laughed once again, patting Annabeth on the back. She felt Tammi's claws for nails dig into her back. If Annabeth didn't know that this girl hated her, she would have guessed that Tammi was actually likable. She couldn't even imagine what the viewers would think of Annabeth and Tammi as. Best friends? Annabeth shuddered at the thought.

Tammi stopped laughing and leaned on her hand, staring at Annabeth seriously. "The rumors are confirmed true about you and Mr. Jackson. How do you feel about that?"

"Uh...shouldn't this interview be about the movie?"

"I won't tell if you don't." The blonde haired bitch winked. "I'm sure everyone knows about possible Percabeth. Maybe everyone except...you two?" She stared at Percy , a sinful smile on her face.

"What? I-we- Percy and I are not dating. Yes, this movie we are co-stars who will be...in contact with each other a lot, but nothing more than that. Percy and I are friends. Best friends, actually," she lied easily.

Tammi seemed unconvinced. "Well, that's good, I guess. While you and Percy were caught on your supposed 'date', Kelli Empsai reported to the press that she and Percy were officially dating. How do you feel about that, Annie?"

Annabeth stayed silent, staring at Percy from across the set. Although he was talking to Mr. D, he stared back at her, all the confirmation she needed. Annabeth peeled her eyes away from him, turning back to he camera. "It doesn't really bother me as much as you think, Tammi. I'm sure most of you are on the 'Percabeth' ship, but that ship has sunken a long time ago. I do not have feelings for Percy, and I'm sure he feels the same way. So I hope he's happy with Kelli." Annabeth stood up, not waiting for Tammi to continue asking questions.

"Does this mean you're not firing us?" Percy asked. Chiron laughed, handing Percy and Annabeth their script changes. "Would I be giving you the script changes if you were fired?"

"What changed your mind?" Annabeth asked. This morning Chiron had called another urgent meeting between Percy and Annabeth. But this time he had personally called them. Annabeth didn't know about Percy's call, but over the phone Chiron sounded angry.

"Well, for one thing, I'm sure all of your fans combined will hunt me down and kill me. One of the many reasons I didn't want this project exposed just yet," He gave them a pointed look. "And two, you both are great actors. I believe it would be wasted talent if I let you go. And no, this isn't about favoritism. Even if you two are my favorite actors to work with."

Annabeth couldn't help but smiling. Jumping and grinning- so unlike the professional Annabeth Chase- she turned and hugged Percy. Surprised, he stumbled and nearly fell down bringing Annabeth with him. She hugged Chiron too, thanking him repeatedly.

Annabeth pulled back. "But," Chiron said, "I do expect you to practice your lines daily."

"You mean..." Percy started. The director nodded. "You two are still awkward. Dionysus and I thought it was because of your history, but that obviously isn't the case. Both of you are restraining yourselves."

"What?"

"You guys are no longer arguing, yet you still can't be believable love interests. While you two can act together, you can't be romantic. Both of you have the roles, but you need to practice or do something to make it believable. We start filming in two weeks."

A/N:

Hello. If anyone was wondering, during the flashback Annabeth and Percy were 15. And because I've gotten different opinions, I'll just stick to my normal updating schedule (Every few days).But I will try longer chapters in shorter periods of time.

Just curious: what's your favorite song?

I don't really have anything to say in this author's note, so...uh,yeah. Goodbye.

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