Hey guys! Thank you so much for the reviews. I feel so happy that you're enjoying what I do, because this is the only thing I do for summer. Just at home, typing fanfics. =))) AND OH MY GODS DID YOU GUYS SEE THE MARK OF ATHENA SNEAK PEEK? HUHU RICK RIORDAN, ONCE AGAIN, YOU ARE A TROLL. He loves cliffhangers. Anyway, here's chapter 9!

Percy's POV

"So, Percy, where are we going?" Annabeth asked from the passenger's seat, just fiddling with her hair.

"Swimming! I've done some researching this morning, and I found a good beach, about an hour away." I answer, and she smiles.

"Great! I haven't gone swimming since we-" she stops herself.

Since we broke up, she would've said.

"Since we were 17." I finish for her, and she nods quickly.

"Uh, yeah. Since we were 17." She adds, and just stared at her shoes.

"Hey, I'll drop you off in the apartment, get some clothes and stuff."

She simply nods, probably still awkward for her.

I drive faster, and in no time, we were back in her apartment.

Annabeth's POV

I was going crazy for my swim suit. I mean, I had about 3 pairs, but I didn't know what to choose.

I smacked my head. Come on, Annabeth. Just pick any. It's just Percy, you don't have to look all pretty when you're with him.

I sighed, just going with my last resort- eenie meenie.

I wore it, and then put on a yellow crop top and some denim shorts. I stare at my feet. Ugh, I forgot to put on some nailpolish!

Eeww, Annabeth. You're becoming like Madge.

I shoved a new batch of clothes in my bag, together with some ambrosia and my Yankee's cap. You'll never know what could happen, especially with a child of a Big Three with you.

I slung my bag on my shoulder, and wore my Ray Bans as I went in his car.

Percy's POV

By the gods, I am telling you, I tried my best not to wolf whistle.

She put a bandana on her hair, her locks all tied up in a high bun. She wore a pretty cute crop top, and some shorts. Then she topped it off with some flipflops.

And she's not even in just her bikini yet!

I slap myself; just act like you're best friends, Percy. Like before.

Annabeth looked at me weirdly.

"Uhm, Percy, are you okay? Why did you slap yourself?" she asks, and I just laugh.

"Oh, nothing. Come on, turn the music on, we're gonna have a little long trip to the beach!" I shout, and Annabeth and I both laugh.

I put my Ray Bans on as Annabeth turned the music on.

"YOU KNOW YOU CAN COUNT ON ME, LIKE ONE TWO THREE, I'LL BE THERE. AND I KNOW WHEN I'M NEEDED I CAN COUNT ON YOU, LIKE FOUR THREE TWO, I'LL BE THERE. CAUSE THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE SUPPOSED TO DO, OH YEAH!" we both sing along, not caring if we were both off key.

Annabeth continues singing, and for a while, and I stopped to look at her.

You can count on me, 'cause I can count on you.

Thanks to my very faithful GPS, we arrived at Rodeo beach. I park the car, and glance at Annabeth.

She fell asleep , and I couldn't help but smile, remembering when were together a few years back.

FLASHBACK

It was a fun day in Capture the Flag, and we hung out in my place.

Well technically it was against camp rules, but we already did this many times, so we didn't care.

Our team had won, and we were so exhausted.

Annabeth and I fell asleep in each other's arms, and it felt so good, relaxing actually.

I wake up involuntarily, it was already time for dinner, and Annabeth was still fast asleep.

She was like an angel, even if her hair was messy and her mouth was slightly open.

I plan to do my usual wake-up call on her (dumping her whole body with ice cold water), but I was extra sweet that day, and I didn't want her to feel bad.

I smirked, as I came closer and tuck a loose strand of hair behind her ear.

I kissed her softly, but with enough force to get her up.

Annabeth's eyes open at once, and slaps my arm.

"Percy!" she complained, but she was blushing.

"What! Wasn't that better than the water wake-up call?" I defend, but I was on the verge of bursting out laughing.

"I told you that I don't want you kissing me if I'm unconscious! You know, my mother, she might think that you're taking advantage of me or something." She shouts, and I reach her hand.

"Hey, sorry Wise Girl. It's just that, well, I missed your lips, that's all." I whisper, looking down to her hands.

Annabeth moves my chin up to face her. "Why didn't you say so? Duh, I'm conscious now."

I smirk, bringing her face closer to mine and take away the space from our lips.

We got cleaning duties the next morning because we forgot to show up for dinner on that night.

I laugh at that memory, and I almost brought my lips to hers, if only my conscience didn't smack me hard on the head.

Percy, don't do it. You'll ruin the friendship. Just, take things slowly. Just have fun today, and if her feelings show, then who knows?

I sit back on the driver's seat, and pinch my arm so I can go back to normal.

Annabeth wakes up, as if on cue, and yawns.

"Well, good morning, Wise Girl. I've waited for hours." I said, and she laughs.

"Haha, very funny, Seaweed Brain. Now come on, I'm dying to swim!" she shouts, as we open the door and run to the beach.

I smirk, as I try to catch up. Looks like I don't need to go with Madge in their hockey game, after all.

That was it for chapter 9! Pretty short, I know. I'm just polishing the next chapter, so for now, please read and review! 5 'til the next.