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And this is Chapter 10! In all my stories, I never get to chapter 10. (Sorry for those who read my other stories) And this is pure 'Thalico'!

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Love the Babysitter

'This can't be possible' Thalia thought as she looked her watch. She ran to her English class as fast as she could with her shoes. She really regretted put heels that morning.

The reason for her delay? Well, it happened for something like this:

She was walking on her way to class when an 'idiot' as she called him, ran and threw her to the floor. She fell and hit her head, causing her vision clouded a little, but seconds after it happened and her vision cleared.

She had opened her eyes and had met with sky blue eyes looking at her with concern and fear. Oh great, a guy had fallen on her. He had his hands on the floor next to her shoulders as if to do pushups.

"Umm, sorry, sorry, I did not want to bring you down, is that I-" he stammered, but made no attempt to get up. That's when Thalia notices his sandy blond hair, his thin mouth, tanned complexion, in short, he was like a surfer.

"No, it's okay," Thalia said "While it not happens again."

He smiled, revealing his bright white perfect teeth "I will try,"

Thalia rolled her eyes, but smiled. Both looked in the eyes for a few seconds until he stood up and held out his hand to a blushing Thalia. She took it and stood.

He looked at her "I really sorry," he said in a pleading voice.

Thalia smiled softly "I forgive you, so shut up now"

He smiled shyly "I am Will Solace, by the way"

"Thalia Grace," she answered with a handshake.

"Good to meet you in a proper way,"

She let out a small laugh "Yeah"

"Well, I guess I'll see you around" he accommodated his bag.

"That would be nice," she replied.

Will gave her one last smile before going walking to his class. Thalia looked at him until he disappeared into a hallway. She was still smiling like an idiot even when stooped to pick up the things that had fallen of her bag and that Will does not helped her pick.

But when she finished collecting her things and looked at her watch she realized how late she was, so she started running.

This brings us now. Thalia breathed heavily a few times and knocked the English class of Mr. Terence. She heard as class suddenly fell silent and the door opened revealing a very angry man.

"Thalia Grace!" he almost shouted "I knew you were going to be in this class this year." Thalia could not help smiling. Last year she had made the life of this teacher miserable to the point where he almost resignation (unintentionally, of course). But deep down, she had a certain respect for him.

Mr. Terence was a strict man, bald, brown eyes, glasses, wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes, and an excellent teacher. He hated it when people talk in his classes or pass notes to each other. He also hated people being late.

"Sorry sir, I just had some problems along the way," Thalia apologized.

"Do not lie to me, Miss Grace" he rebuked.

She raised her hands in defense "I am not lying," She said, but seeing his face, she added "I swear" some laughs came from the classroom.

The teacher narrowed his eyes searching her face for some sign of lying "All right, while this is not repeated, Miss Grace. You'd better hope this does not become a habit"

She smiled "I will try sir," she entered the classroom though the teacher was still at the gate "but I do not promise anything,"

Some students laughed, others smiled, and one (cough, Drew, cough) had upset face. Thalia looked at the desks. All were busy, but one.

And beside who? Yep, you guessed right.

Nico di Angelo.

Thalia heard the sound of the door closing. Mr. Terence walked to his desk looking at some papers.

"Sit down with Mr. Di Angelo, Thalia. And please, you two" He looked up at the two faces looking at him with innocent "do not speak, do not bother. Pay attention"

"Yes sir." Both students said in unison.

The teacher gave them another warning glance while Thalia walked over and sat next to Nico. She tried to avoid the dirty looks that some girls sent her. The professor began his class, and Thalia seriously wanted to pay attention, but it's hard when your crush is just a few inches to your side.

Her mind wandered on many issues, but all were interrupted when a paper slid in front of her. She frowned and looked around.

But she realized that it was Nico for the little smile on his face. She stealthily opened the paper and read:

'Don't promise anything?'was written in black pen. The letter was small and cluttered, which Thalia love.

'I don't promise things that can be broken' she wrote back. Thalia spent the small role to him.

Seconds later, the answer came to her 'I wonder what happened then'

She smiled 'I do not think you can imagine'

'Then let me know'

'A boy fell over me' she wrote simply. She did not have to give details.

'By the smile on your face, I can say that you enjoyedit'Was she smiling? Oh yes, she was. She quickly pulled it out and wrote her reply.

'That's not of your businesses' Thalia wrote.

'Oh, come on. Tell me'was the response of Nico. Why was he so interested in knowing?

'Nope'

'Please?'

'No'

'Puppy dog eyes?'

'Really? No'

'Come on! Just his name!'

'Why are you so interested?'

'I can be a very curious person'

Thalia smiled 'I can see that'

'Tell me then'

Thalia doubt. She did not even know Will, but he had seemed a great guy. And Nico will bother her until the end of the class if she did not say, besides, she had nothing to lose.

'You're annoying. Will Solace'

She could feel Nico tense beside her, but she ignored it. Seconds later the answer came.

'Stay away from him, he is-' But Thalia could not finish reading because the paper was removed from the bench and crumpled in the hand of... Mr. Terence.

"Miss Grace, Mr. di Angelo! What do you think you're doing?" he shouted angrily.

"Listening, sir" Nico replied.

Terence narrowed his eyes at him "Do not get smart," he said, his voice threatening "You two were passing notes," Thalia could feel all eyes on her. Before anyone could answer, the teacher spoke again "When the bell rings, you two stay here for punishment" And with that, he stood up and walked to his desk, pulling the role of the conversation in the trash, much to the disappointment of Thalia.

Today was waiting a long day.

A/N= So, what do you think? What was your favorite quote of the chapter? What you thought about the conversation of Thalia and Nico, I do not know if it's good, because I do not read much Thalico, so it's a bit difficult for me. Pardon my bad grammar! Thanks to everyone who added me to their favorites and those who follow me! I appreciate it a lot. If anyone is wondering, this story is NOT Leyna.

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