For the first time in a while, I was not late.

I felt great as I walked through the hallways. It felt so perfect, like nothing could even go wrong. It also felt as if a calm before the storm. I shrugged as I stood in front of my algebra classroom.

Everyone was trying to cram everything they can before the quiz. My jaw almost dropped to the ground.

'Oh, Styx!' I forgot about my Algebra test was scheduled today! I stood at the door, frozen in shock. I can almost see that F on my test paper.

"Go to your seat Mr. Jackson". Yup, the devil has spoken.

I quickly went to my seat and slumped on the table.

"How could I forget about a test?" I said to no one in particular.

My seatmate, a big guy named Charles, just gave me a sympathetic smile before returning to his cramming session.

"Seaweed Brain"

I turned my head to look for the source of the voice but I saw no one. At least Annabeth Chase looked good this morning. Her princess locks are flowing perfectly to her shoulder, and she is absentmindedly looking outside the window. She's acting like the test was just a piece of cake. I adjusted my glasses as I prepared myself.

Back to the quiz.

I tried my best to answer the questions but it was a hopeless cause. I just gave up trying to answer the questions. Not long after, the bell rang and we all turned in our papers.

I dropped my head in defeat and walked out of the room. I saw Frank and he seemed to understand why I'm down. He gave me a pat in the back as we made it to Mr. Brunner's class. I saw Leo wave at us when we entered the room. I didn't notice him before. Guess I should pay more attention.

Mr. Brunner arrived not long after and he started to discuss about our next exam. He decided that we are doing 'Capture the Flag', minus the physical violence. Two teams are going to form a barricade around their flag to protect it. The goal is to get the flag of the opposing team. In order to do that, one must defeat the enemy by answering Mr. Brunner's questions correctly. Only one person from each team can move per turn. He discussed the rules and also divided the class into two groups.

I was with Frank and Leo in the blue team. 'This is going to be fun!' I thought to myself. That's when I saw the leader of the red team.

It was Annabeth Chase. Nope, this is going to be a one-sided slaughter rather than a war. It's not like my team are that bad. Our leader, a guy named Malcolm, is the smartest of all the boys in class but he's not Annabeth level smart. I can't complain though since I'm nowhere near their level.

Mr. Brunner gave us the remaining time to strategize. Once the blue team were huddled together we all listened to what Malcolm has to say. His plan was simple. Stop Annabeth Chase. I wonder if it's as easy as it sounds. I seriously doubt it.

After a while, the bell rang signaling the start of lunch. I got my things and went to the cafeteria with my friends. Nico and Jason was already there, waiting for us. We quickly bought our lunch and went to our seats. I looked around. No Luke in sight. Good. I sighed as I started to relax.

I suddenly felt something spill on my hair. 'Right when I thought I was safe' I thought.

I stood up and looked behind me to face the culprit. Guess who the culprit is?

'Surprise, surprise' I thought as I saw Luke who had his signature smirk plastered on his face. Gods, I want to wipe that smile from the face of the earth.

"Sorry about that Jackson, my hands was so tired from class I accidentally spilled my juice on you" he said as his cronies tried to contain their laughter. Emphasis on tried. They were about to burst out laughing in 3…2…1…

And they laughed. Everyone in the cafeteria turned to look at the scene. I felt my face burn up in embarrassment as I continued to glare at Luke. If only looks could kill…

"What do you think you're doing Luke?" a familiar voice came from behind me. I saw Annabeth standing behind me, her stormy grey eyes were as intimidating as ever.

"It was just a joke babe. See even Jackson likes it. Right?" Luke said as he gave me a say-yes-or-you'll-be-in-trouble look. 'As if I'm not in it already' I said to myself as I laughed awkwardly.

"No it's not funny, Luke. Bullying isn't in any way funny." She said her eyes becoming more intense, if that is still possible. Then she turned to look at me, "and you Percy, don't just take everything that he does to you like it's nothing."

'well, if you haven't noticed he's 3 inches taller than me and he's part of the football team for god's sake' I thought but I refused to meet her eyes. Any more interaction will turn me into a puddle. I saw Frank and Leo trying their best to restrain Nico and Jason. Those two look like they're about to commit a crime.

"I'm tired of this Luke. You've such a jerk ever since you got accepted in the team. I can't stand you anymore. I don't even know you anymore." Annabeth said, making Luke look like air was knocked out of his system. "I'm sorry, Luke but we're through."

Annabeth stormed off, leaving Luke with his mouth agape.

'Serves you right, you jerk' I thought

After a few seconds, Luke shook his head, the fire back in his eyes as if nothing happened.

"Aren't you going to go after her?" Ethan, one of his cronies said.

"Nah, she'll come back. Heck, she'll even beg for me to get back together after the talent show." Luke said as he started to go back to his seat to finish his lunch.

'Not if I can help it" I thought as I went to the restroom to change.

An idea slowly forming in my mind.

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