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I DONT own Percy Jackson Characters…. Derp.
Also, I tiny bit cursing.
Chapter 3
The Helpful Ex-Boyfriend
Leo P.O.V.
I am furious at Nico di Angelo! Yesterday, that demigod jerk made me cry. I know it sounds so girly when I say that, but I was seriously hurt! You would have done the same. Here I thought Nico would be calm and let me do my own thing. I tried to ignored the whole situation and look at what happen! Gods, Nico is such a control freak! Just because he is the son of Hades does not mean he can boss me around. I am my own person and I do whatever I please.
Hazel would tell me that I am like a free bird that doesn't like to be contain. At a certain degree, I completely believe her. Nico was messing with waters that he should of NEVER crossed. He was trying to cage me up and that will not work with me. I would rather be stuck in a cactus field than have someone try to control me. I don't really mind following orders from Jason or Percy. The two boys are my best friends and camp leaders. Nico was a whole different story.
Nico wasn't even my friend durning the past war. We were more like 'I won't bother you, if you don't bother me' sort of relationship. We kept our distance and stayed silent. Yet, here he is, trying to break my personal bubble. I don't like people to push themselves on me. Dammit, I'm usually the one who does that, not the other way around. Gosh, my head feels like it was thrown in a blender. Nico made me feeling things that I wasn't use to.
This is where I make my confession, I am a bi-sexual. Meaning my dear demigods, that I like both boys and girls. When I first realized this, I absolutely ignored it. I didn't want to believe it. I pushed the awkward feelings aside and kept being the lady killer I am. Yet, that only made things worse. After a while of denying my feelings, I just let it go. I could not hold it back any longer. I told Jason and Piper about my sexually. They actually took it pretty well and gave me support. After that, I wasn't afraid of my feelings anymore. So, now everyone at camp knows that Mr. Leo Valdez is a bi-sexual.
You would not believe all the fan mail I get from campers after my announcement of my sexuality. Seriously, I remember this one time, there was this guy name Alabaster. He's a son of Hecate and he was a commander in the Titan's war. Yet, Alabaster was captured by some campers in the war. Percy didn't want to hurt Alabaster so he made him a deal. The deal was that he would have to stay at Camp Half Blood and help Chiron with training the other demigods. Alabaster would not be able to leave Camp Half Blood till he turn eighteen. That way, Alabaster would be kept close and alive. The gods had agreed with Percy's idea so now Alabaster stays in the Hecate cabin and helps the little ones. Alabaster has seen the errors of his ways and he is thankful for the second chance Percy gave him.
Anyway, as I was saying, Alabaster had the hots for me. I am totally serious, the dude left chocolates and stuff at my cabin door. He sent me love notes and would glare lovingly at me during our campfire stories. I finally had enough of it. I pulled him into the forest and asked him what was his deal. My mind was determine to get answers from him.
Yet, that is the moment I received my first kiss from a guy, my dear demigods. Alabaster kissed me and I felt a spark that made my heart jump. I let go of my inner control and fall into his arms. I felt so much heat that I thought I would burst into flames. I never thought I could feel so hot like I did at that moment with my ability to never burn. It was like my heart had turned into a firecracker, I was exploding with excitement.
As we kissed, I felt my hands grab his flowing brown hair. My hands wanted to touch Alabaster everywhere I could reach. I had my eyes watching his. Alabaster's eyes were green and they reminded me of fresh grass. His body was lanky, but he seemed to hold my skinny body to his just fine. I felt my hands leave his hair and travel to his chest. He was wearing a Camp Half Blood shirt with a bulletproof vest. I grab his vest and hold him close to my body. My body was taking action and my mind had no say in it.
When we broke apart, I felt my lungs had the desperate need for air. Never had I felt so hot and exposed. Alabaster was panting along aside me with a sweet blush reaching his freckled face. He commented on how my hair was sizzling and I nearly died. We laughed it off and Alabaster asked me on a date. Later on, we became boyfriends and it was incredible. Yet, I knew that Alabaster only had puppy love for me. I wanted some one to love me for me and someone to stand by my side through thick and thin. I broke up with Alabaster a few months after we started dating. Alabaster understood what I wanted in life and supported me.
Now, Alabaster and I are best friends. We tell each other everything. To tell the truth, I probably trust Alabaster more than Jason. Alabaster know's my little habits I do when I'm nervous. Alabaster probably knows me better than Jason does. I tell Alabaster everything about me and my insecurities. Like a lost kitten, I go to Alabaster when I need someone to talk to.
That is why, I am heading to the Hecate cabin while I was brainstorming about Nico. I had my mind in the gutter and trying to focus on reaching the cabin without pushing someone. That doesn't apply to the people who walk into me. What I'm trying to say is that someone walk into me and knocked me on the ground. Why the Hades can't people watch where there going? I was looking down at the ground in till a hand was shoved in my face. "I'm so Sorry! I didn't mean to Leo! Here, take my hand." a male voice states. I look up and face the man I was looking for five seconds ago. Alabaster in all his glory with his bulletproof vest.
I smirk at Alabaster for his timing and grab his hand. He yanks me up with his strength that he doesn't seem to have control over. I glare at him and noticed he was the same as before. He was sturdy as usually. I didn't understand how he could be so sturdy since he is so skinny! It's madness I tell you. Don't get me started on his ravishing smirk. Gods, Alabaster sure did a number on me.
Alabaster coughs loudly, knocking me out of my thoughts. I really need to stop wonder off in dream land. "Hey! I was heading to your cabin to drop in and talk." I state with glee. I was so glad to catch Alabaster in time before he had to go do something around camp. "That line was so cheesy dude, even for you."Alabaster replies with his dramatic smirk. I didn't really understand what he meant till a few seconds later. Oh, I fell from him pushing me so I dropped to the ground. I feel incredibly foolish now. Darn Alabaster and his freaking logic.
"Anyway, We need to talk. Meet me at your cabin in ten minutes." I supply, wanting to spill out all about Nico di Angelo to Alabaster. Alabaster nod and replies "Okay, I'll be there after I drop something off at the Big House." Alabaster smiles and walks to the Big House while I bolt to his cabin to wait there. Not caring if I bump into someone along the way.
When I reached the Hecate cabin, I felt myself gasp. I've seen the Hecate cabin a billion times because of Alabaster but somehow the cabin catches my breath. The cabin is so different and ancient. The marble walls are engraved with protection symbols. Paintings of powerful magical symbols were drying from the wet paint The solid metal door that reminded me of the Agro 2 stood tall. The feeling of safety goes through my body. I wanted to cling on to that feeling and never let it go.
I walk into the cabin and notice all the campers in the cabin were out and about. The bunk beds were made up and the potions were put up in abc order on a old oak shelf. It reminded me of a witch doctor I met in Texas. In the middle of the room, there were black pots that looked like something from a fairy were used to make potions and stuff. Tons of campers are kinda scared of Hecate's children since they could use magic. It doesn't bother me so I know everyone in the Hecate cabin. But mostly, I stop by to see Alabaster. The Hecate kids just look at me whenever I come over and smirk. They think that Alabaster and I are going to get back together. As you already know, that's not going to happen.
I sit on Alabaster's bottom bunk bed and wait for him. The cabin is so silent. I'm not use to the silence. My cabin always had gears turning and death treats about who has who's wrench. Which by the way, Harley usually the one stealing everyone tools. He doesn't get in trouble with me though because he pulls out those freaking adorable puppy dog eyes. My will power crushes when I get that darn look. Harley has me wrapped around his little finger.
Alabaster walks in with a devilish smirk. He swayed his arms around and whistled a silly tone. I jump at his sudden entrance and turn to face him. "What do you want to talk about?" Alabaster questions and sits next to me on his bed. I felt his body heat on my already warm skin. The feeling of his body heat gives me goosebumps every time. Alabaster didn't notice because he was messing with the ripped bottom of his Camp Half- Blood shirt under his bullet proof vest. I push the feeling aside and reply " I want to tell you about what Nico has been doing to me." Alabaster grunts and looks up in surprise. Well, that got his attention rather quickly.
"What the Hecate is that suppose to mean." Alabaster states with worry. The magician still cares for me even though were just friends. It made me feel a little warm inside. I explain about how Nico caught me dancing and how he's black mailing me. Alabaster was the only one who knew about my dancing. We trust each other with everything. He knows more about me than anyone else and I know about his horrid past. He knows about my past as well. We both faced a horrible past and we comfort each other in a way. I don't think anyone could ever break the bond between us.
Alabaster listens to my side of the story and replies " So, your telling me that this emo kid is black mailing my best friend! I'm so kicking his butt and I don't care if he's a child of the big three! Nobody picks on my Leo and gets away with it." Alabaster stands up with his fist clutched together. Even though Alabaster isn't a son of the big three, he's still incredibly powerful. He's the most powerful Hecate child and he could use a lot of magic. Magic that could take down probably anyone. If Alabaster fought Nico, I don't even know who would win. It would be world war three. That was something that I didn't want to see. I had enough war in my life time with Gaea.
" You will not try to start a fight with Nico. I'll handle it but I just had to get that information off my chest. I feel like I am going to explode." I state, looking Alabaster straight in the eyes. Showing my meaning to my stern words. Alabaster nods and replies "You know that you can always come to me when you need me. I'll always be here for you. I'm just a little over protective about you. I love you like you are my fresh and blood." I felt ready to cry at his words. They were so sincere and caring. Letting me know that I can count on him for anything made my heart skip beats.
I nod at his reply and felt my cheeks blush. "Let's go get some breakfast." Alabaster says standing up from his bed. He hoops his arms around mine and lifted me off the bed gently. Together we head out the cabin and to the dinning hall. As we walk, I receive a few glances from campers. Yet, the one that caught my attention the most was a girl and guy from the Aphrodite cabin giggling at me with evil smirks. I knew instantly that they were Lacy and Mitchell.
Lacy has beautiful blond hair that was in cute pigtails. She has a smile on her face showing off braces. Mitchell hair is a dirty blond and his eyes are a grayish blue. He sort of reminded me of a son of Apollo. I remembered him because he use to flirt with me all the time before he started dating Mark. Mark was a son of Ares with black hair and dark brown eyes. They been going out for almost four months I think. Hades, How am I suppose to know about there relationship? Do I look like a child of Aphrodite to you? You know what, Don't answer that.
I think Alabaster noticed there giggling as well, because he flash them a profound smile. Then He dared to release my hand and throw his hand over my shoulder. Bring our bodies closer to each other. Lacy started giggling as hard as a fangirl. She was blushing so hard that I thought she might pass out. Mitchell was handling it better with a devilish smirk. I swear, I can hear the rumors now. Valdez and Torrington back to being a couple! I don't think so if I have a say in it. Alabaster dragged me to the dinning hall before I could say a single word. He lets his hand drop when we enter the area. Alabaster looks forward with a scrawl on his face. Wondering why he drop his hand from my shoulder, I look at wher e Alabaster is looking at.
Instantly, I knew why Alabaster was suddenly pissed. There stood Nico di Angelo , Jason Grace, and Percy Jackson at the breakfast table getting some food. Well, all the boys from the big three together at a table. A table that I would have to go in order to get some breakfast. I felt my cheeks start to get a little pale. Why can't my life ever be simple? Why is the universe out to get little old me? "Do you want me to go get some food while you sit down somewhere?" Alabaster offers, noticing my face paling. I nod and head to a empty table. I sat down and put my head down. My mind started to linger on deep thoughts and how vete a la mierda up my life was. Excuse my Spanish but I'm beyond upset right now.
I felt a small tap on my shoulder bring me back to my personal hell. The one person I didn't want to see is standing there. Nico di Angelo with all of his dark glory. I wanted to slap the punk right there but I hold my anger in. Only giving him a deadly glare declaring my rage for the demigod. Nico just shrugs off the looks I'm giving him and parks himself right next to me. What the Hades does he think his doing?! I had the urge to push him to the ground. I know, it sounds mean but darn it, you would do the same thing if you were in my shoes.
Alabaster comes back with two plates of waffles and looks Nico up and down. Alabaster probably senses my anger so he sit on the other empty side of me. I didn't want to deal with this trouble right now. Alabaster lightly puts one plate in front of me and nudges my shoulder lightly. A sign saying that he's here for me and I'm not alone with the bossy demigod. "I got you breakfast, Leo!' Alabaster says trying to lighten my mood up. I smile softly at him replying "Thank's." I notice the way Nico was staring intensely at Alabaster with angry eyes. Nico didn't seem to like Alabaster that much at all. Alabaster smirks at Nico and winks at me. I felt my cheeks blush again. Darn Alabaster and his flirty moves.
" Hey Leo! Can we sit with you at your table?" a voice from behind states. I turn to face Jason Grace with Frank and Percy. I don't even know where the Hades Frank came from but I just nod at them to take a seat. They sit in front of me and started chatting. I felt a cold hand on mine and it was holding me down tightly. Nico is gripping my hand with a deadly grip and a angry face. What the Hades is his problem? I'm the one pissed off at him for being a jerk. He shouldn't be angry but upset. I think he should be saying some major apologizes.
Alabaster grabs my other free hand and holds it gently. It was so different from Nico's grip. Nico's hand is so cold and fragile ; Alabaster's hand is very warm and solid. I felt like I was in a tug of war between the two boys. "Leo, I want to ask you something." Nico says drawing my attention away from the hands grasping mine. I look at his dark eyes and felt my arms get goosebumps from excitement. Why does Nico have this effect on me? These feelings I get from him are driving me crazy.
"What?" I snarl at him in a low voice. Nico looked taken back by my tone but he smirks again. Washing away any trace of shock. "Will you go with me to see a movie tonight?" Nico asks with a innocent tone. Did he really just ask me that? Why is he asking me out? Wait, Is it a date? What the hell is Nico playing at?" When I try to answer, Jason's voice interrupts "Great idea Nico! Let's have a boys night out. All of us!" I look at Alabaster, who was grinning like a psychopath. "That's a awesome idea! You, Me, Leo, Frank, Alabaster, and Nico to go see a movie tonight! I'll go tell the girls!" Percy shouts out in joy, standing up tall. He grabs Frank's arm and yanks him up from the table. They head toward a random direction.
Jason then gets up from the table and walks over to our side. He whisper something in Nico's ear and Nico frowns. Nico gets up and follows Jason towards the woods. I felt the cold wave leave me as Nico walks away with a stern face. I look back at Alabaster and ask "What was that all about? Why are Jason and Nico acting so ninja like around me? " Alabaster laughs and replies "Dude, they got it bad for you." I frown and reply "What's that suppose to mean?" Alabaster laughs even harder, moving his hand to my shoulder. "It means that they both like you!' Alabaster says as smooth as butter. "WHAT! That's so not true!" I exclaim, understanding what Alabaster is applying. Alabaster nods his head, looking at me as if he was correcting a preschooler. "Yes, it is. You are so naive that it's cute." Alabaster says with a sweet tone.
"Jason dating Piper! He's as straight as a ruler." I apply with a know it all smirk. Beat that Alabaster! "He's the bendy plastic kind of ruler!" Alabaster comments back. My cheeks were burning as red as a firetruck at his comment. Alabaster giggles and pokes my right cheek. "I love how bright you get when you blush. It's like seeing a Christmas tree lighting up." Alabaster whispers while he leans closer to my heated body. I push him away and cover my face with my arms. Not wanting to face he for another second. "Jason does not like me like that! He's like a older brother to me and nothing more!" I declare, not wanting to stay on that subject.
"What about Nico? Is he gay?" Alabaster asks, invading my personal bubble again. "I don't know." I mumble out. Alabaster nods, cutting off the conversation and we finish eat our now cold waffles. Alabaster stands up and takes my hand to lift me out my seat like a prince. "See you later on for movie night." Alabaster says and winks at me. He darts away before I can slap him for being so fawning. My thoughts linger to Alabaster words. Both Nico and Jason like me. A bad boy who is blackmailing me and a golden boy who is my best friend, like me in a crazy way. Gods, Why can't my life ever be normal.