A/N: Really fast update. Sorry, this is really just a filler.

To Answer Lizzy's questions:

-I don't know what a Writer of Olympus is, but I would like to know!

-I began writing March 14, 2015

-I wanted to do a high school AU, because they are one of my favorites.

-Yes, they will get together, but it might take a while.

-You'll see...;)

-Yes, you will, but later on in the story, oh, and Calypso might show up too...

-It will be important in the story later on, and I decided that the godly parent for Reyna and Leo will be their remaining parent.

-Not really, I've been very lucky with that.

-Yes, I am. Thank you for your review and questions!

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Reyna felt numb.

Jason was her first love (or so she thought), and she had witnessed him kiss that Piper girl. At first, she was angry. She was angry with Piper, angry with Jason, but above all, she was angry with herself.

She had liked him since freshman year. Reyna wasn't pretty, actually, she was far from it. Her clothes were often from Goodwill, and she had braces. But once she saw Jason, she completely changed herself. She started wearing makeup, and even asked her mother to shop with her. Her braces were removed a few weeks later, revealing straight, white teeth.

And as Reyna stood in front of the mirror halfway through the freshman year, she seemed like a different person.

Reyna realized that changing her appearance wasn't getting Jason's attention. She saw that Annabeth, the 'popular' girl, spent a lot of time with him, so her next project was to become like Annabeth; popular.

She dressed in designer clothes, made a lot of friends, even changed the way she walked. This all worked, by the beginning of Sophomore year she was the talk of the school. She was invited to all the parties, she was surrounded by all the 'cool' people. Reyna thought that the person she changed herself to was the version Jason would like.

It didn't work.

It would never work.

Reyna realized this as she laid on bed, tears streaming on her cheeks. She didn't even care how horrendous she looked. She really didn't care about anything.

Bellona's car crunched into their driveway, signaling that Reyna had to stop crying. Bellona wasn't very sympathetic, she admired the persevering and the belligerent. So she smothered the last of her tears with a pillow and sulked downstairs. She opened the front door, immediately straightening her posture.

Bellona stood there, smiling. She wrapped her arms around Reyna. "How was the party, dear?" she asked. Reyna sighed. "It was pretty good mom." Bellona stepped back from her embrace. She studied Reyna closely, her dark eyes swallowing her whole.

"You're lying."

Reyna swallowed, fighting her tears. "Yes, mother, I'm lying." Bellona frowned. "Why do you feel the need to lie, Reyna?"

Reyna looked at the floor. "I…don't want to cry."

Bellona chuckled. "Oh, honey, it's ok to cry. You are a human being, not a robot."

Reyna nodded and hugged her mother. "I'm sorry for lying. I'll tell the truth next time." Bellona smiled. "It's ok dear. Now what happened?"

Reyna didn't face her mother. "You know Jason, the guy I've been trying to impress these past few years?" Bellona nodded. "Well," Reyna continued, "I saw him…kiss…" Bellona shook her head. "You don't have to tell me dear."

Reyna let her tears fall. Two years, she thought bitterly, Two years wasted on Jason Grace. Bellona held on tight to her daughter, she had never hated a boy so much since Reyna's father.

"He's not worth your tears," Bellona said gently. Reyna nodded. "I know," her muffled voice said, "But I cry anyway." Bellona rubbed her back. "Sometimes we can't control it. Think of something. Think about someone who makes you happy."

Reyna sniffled and closed her eyes. She imagined Leo's oversized grin, she imagined his victory dance. Her small smile grew to be a full on fit of giggles as she imagined his puns. "He's so stupid," she muttered under her breath. Bellona smiled at her daughter. "Better?" Reyna nodded. "Yeah."

Bellona placed her hand on Reyna's shoulder. "Think about him."

She walked away, her high heels clicking on the floor. Reyna sighed and walked upstairs; finally deciding to get ready for bed. She brushed her teeth and put on her favorite pajamas. She quickly wiped makeup remover over her face and climbed in bed, letting sleep capture her.

The sound of the ocean lulled her to sleep in her chair. Her eyes were closed and her mouth was upturned into a calm smile. She had never seemed so at peace, so careless. She seemed a few years older, she looked a lot more mature. Her usual braid was undone, revealing wavy black hair.

Her eyes fluttered open as a shadow engulfed her body. She smiled at the sight of the owner of the silhouette that stood over her.

"Hey," she said gently.

Leo grinned. "Hello, mi Reina." Reyna rolled her eyes. "Leo, how many times do I have to tell you to not call me that?" Leo's grin grew wider. "That's like telling me to stop calling you Mrs. Valdez." Reyna smiled. "Right. Because that makes total sense." Leo shrugged. "It does."

Reyna got up from her chair. She gazed at the coast. "It's beautiful isn't it?" Leo said, turning towards her. Reyna nodded.

"You're a genius for choosing this place."

Leo grinned. "Why thank you, Mrs. Valdez." Reyna smiled. "No problem, Leo. Thank you for taking me here. The ocean, it's so gorgeous here." Leo fanned his face. "And hot," he added. Reyna giggled and leaned forward. Leo smiled as their lips met.

Reyna didn't want to wake up from that dream. But Bellona had other plans for her daughter as she called her down for breakfast. Reyna groaned and stretched, not in a rush, as it was a Saturday. She brushed her teeth and threw on a comfortable outfit; a t shirt and jeans would do. She ran down the stairs and was met with the smell of freshly cooked bacon; it was one of Reyna's favorite foods.

Bellona placed eggs, bacon, and a few pancakes on a plate and handed it to Reyna. "Dig in," she commanded. Reyna complied. The pancakes were so good, they were light and fluffy, while the bacon was crisp and flavorful. "Mmmm..."

Bellona watched her daughter eat in amusement. It baffled her how a few years could completely change a person; Reyna was moving from her father's personality and was adopting Bellona's way of things. "Do you have anything to do today, Reyna?"

Reyna stopped eating abruptly. "Ummm...I don't think so. I think I'm just gonna go running." Bellona nodded. "Okay. Well, I only had time to make you breakfast so I have to go. Bye dear." She gave Reyna a peck on the cheek and ran out the door.

Reyna wilted a bit. She wanted her mother to stay, Bellona always had to go to work, no matter what day it was. Reyna changed into running pants and a sports bra and turned on her iPod. She opened the door and jogged out to the street. She had the perfect form. She had decided before she left to run to the park, which was three miles away. Her feet lightly pounded against the ground, and she felt free. She was running farther away from Jason, farther away from herself.

Over the years, Reyna had changed herself so much that she didn't even remember who she was before. Her focus was solely on getting Jason to notice her. Her main reason of going to school was to see him. But then, Junior year began. And she met Leo.

She didn't understand her dream at all, it was definitely strange. Wide Awake by Katy Perry began to play, and Reyna felt herself began to relate. Before she knew it, she was already at the park. There was a big pool of water in the middle of the lot, with green grass and trees surrounding it. Ducks waded in the water, giving it a serene feeling. Reyna paused her music and settled down on a park bench.

The occasional walker would pass by her, and one teenaged boy opened his mouth to say something, but Reyna glared at him, effectively shutting him up.

Reyna stared out at the water, her thoughts wandering to her dream. The ocean was clearly in Mexico, and she was pretty sure the man who was talking to her was Leo. He looked even more masculine; his body filled out with more muscle, and his jaw became more angular. His face had matured more, making him look even more handsome.

In other words, he was hot.

Reyna had rested for a few minutes and got up. She turned her music on again and ran back to her house, and she ran into someone she didn't expect to see.

"Piper?"

Piper McLean stopped running and stopped to see Reyna. "Hey! You're that girl Leo always talks about!" Reyna blushed.

She sat down at the bench. "Jason and Leo are such slow runners. I left the house twenty minutes ago! Come on guys! Faster!" Reyna craned her head to where Piper was looking. Jason and Leo were casually jogging, chatting about sports. Leo didn't seem to notice Reyna until he turned the corner. His eyes popped out of his head and Reyna's blush deepened as she realized she wasn't wearing a shirt.

"Hey Reyna," Jason said casually. Unlike Leo, he wasn't fazed. They sat down at her bench, and pulling out a water bottle seemingly from nowhere, drank. Leo offered her a waterfall, but she politely declined.

"What are you doing here?" Piper said.

"I run in track, so I decided to get some training done," Reyna replied. Piper nodded. "I live really close, so I suggested we come here." Jason smiled. "Yep. It's really pretty here." Reyna turned towards the water. The light reflected on the ripples, giving it an eerie shine. All four of them were all thinking the same thing: They wished they could be clean like the water, they wished desperately to be innocent again. They wished life could flow freely, they wished it was that easy.

"I've got to go," Reyna said stiffly. She got up, and began to run, despite the calls after her.

Every mistake, every regret she had was torn from her as she ran back home. It was so natural for her now; she'd been running since she was six years old. Step after step, bound after bound, she finally reached her home. She felt bad for ditching Piper and Leo, but she really didn't want to talk, especially since Jason was around. She hoped Leo would understand.

She changed back into her comfortable clothes and braided her hair. Reyna turned on the tv and relaxed, something she hadn't done all day.