I am honestly very sorry for not updating any sooner. But here it is, to make it up to you. And I know it's very short but it's going to make sense.

Disclaimer: I don't own Percy Jackson and the Olympians

Percy's parents stood at the entrance with awestruck face, glancing around to see the house as spotless as they first saw it. Well, Bella just squealed when she saw her brother, immediately detaching herself from her mother's grip and jumping to the arms of the man beside me before I could ever blink. And I laughed as I kissed the top of her head, making her giggle.

"Hey kiddo" my boyfriend mused, pressing his lips to her cheek. "It's been a while."

The little girl just wrapped her arms around his neck, burying her face on his shoulder like she usually does. "I missed you." She muttered in her cute baby accent. She then looked at me with those big blue eyes. "Both of you."

"Well, in three weeks, we'll be back in the house and we can play all day if you want." Her brother reassured, ruffling her hair slightly.

The rest of the morning was spent catching up with the adults, laughing at some of the experiences they had with Bella when they were alone with her. Sally said that it was useless trying to tuck her in at night when the only person who could actually make her sleep wasn't there. So, she was restless, very restless. Every five minutes or so, she would start whining about how much she missed her brother and that she wanted to see him at that moment.

"Bella," Percy scolded lightly, "Sweetie, you listen to mommy and daddy because I'm not always going to be there to wish you good night. If you want, every night, I will call you and sing to you and then mommy can just make sure you're asleep. Do you want that?"

She nodded vigorously, hugging my boyfriend and kissing him on the cheek. I chuckled when I saw the smile on his face and I just couldn't help but feel really happy to have a family like this to be part of.

We brought Bella to the beach then, watching as she squealed and giggled as she chased the waves. Worrying about her safety, her brother immediately ran to her side and scooped her up in his arms with bright and shining eyes. It was the best thing to watch. There was nothing better in the world than watching the man you love with a child. I could almost imagine him as a father now. How could I not? He was absolutely perfect with children.

Soon enough, I decided to join their little game. Percy had the little girl on his shoulders now and he was running as I chased him, eventually making him give up because I was so much faster than he will ever be. "God, Wise Girl, can you at least play fair next time?"

"Ah, but that was me playing fair. Not my fault you're slower than a tree."

He made a face at me and moved Bella to his arms, already asleep and drooling on his shoulder. "She's so lucky to have you as a brother. You're amazing with kids."

"I could say the same thing about you. Not the brother part though…" I laughed and slapped him on the shoulder, causing him to wince a little.

It was very rare for us to have such peace when we have our friends always with us. And it was nice to just breathe and think for myself. I didn't care if this might be the only chance I get. I need to get away every once in a while. And maybe doing so with your boyfriend is the best way to spend it.

"I was planning on going to a road trip, maybe next week. It would be fun spending the entire time with friends, you know. What do you think?" he suddenly turned to me and I managed a smile at the enthusiastic glint to his beautiful greens. "But we can always cancel if you don't approve…"

I chuckled and placed my hand on his arm, stopping him from walking any further. "I didn't say that it wasn't a good idea. I honestly think that it's the best way to finally reconnect with nature."

"An entire month"

The fact surprised me. An entire month sitting in the van, talking to friends and becoming acquainted to the new atmosphere… It was a nice thing to imagine. "But what about your parents? Don't you think they should agree first before we start planning?"

He laughed and kissed the side of my face, as if I just said the most adorable thing in the world. "Actually, dear Wise Girl, I already have asked them. They're planning to give me their answer by dinner today."

"What? When?"

"When you left with Thalia a few hours ago, I took the time to have a private conversation with my mom. Of course, she wasn't against it but she was just worrying about our safety. If something happens to us, she will surely be the one to blame. But I know she trusts me more and there might be a bigger possibility of us going than us not going."

Excitement crept through my system, leaving me shaking with anticipation. I want to go, I really do. This would be the only chance we will get since Percy's mind changes so easily in terms of summer plans. We have at least a day and a half to go before he completely drops the idea. "Alright then." I mused, tugging him back to the beach house. It was getting late and we still have to bring Bella back. "But if we are allowed, you tell them."

"You don't have to worry about that."

We were laughing as we ran back to our home.

Dinner was already set on the table when we came, giving us the perfect time to sit down and absorb the banquet in front of us. Since Sally was here, she had a lot to do with the dishes and Katie hasn't failed us yet with her amazing cooking. And it was honestly the most impressive home cooked meal I have ever eaten in my life.

"Now, Percy," Poseidon straightened on his seat, looking intently on his son. "Your mother and I have been thinking about the offer you made and we came to a decision."

I looked expectantly at Mrs. Jackson, my eyebrow raised. "And what is this decision?" I asked, impatient.

The adults laughed, shaking their head at my annoyance. "We are allowing you on the road trip. But we want you to call us every single day. If something happens to you, just call and wherever you are, we will willingly bring you back home."

My boyfriend looked at his parents in absolute bewilderment before standing up abruptly, knocking down his chair. He then ran to his mom and dad and gave them both the biggest hug I have ever seen him give. And I smiled at the gratefulness present in his eyes. "Thanks mom, dad. This honestly means a lot to me and to Annabeth. And we promise to call you, even if we're busy."

His parents nodded, beaming. "Well then," Sally said, "Let's eat."

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