Right.. so apparently I need work on my writing and the plot has several holes… you're right.. I can improve.. so here is the next chapter! I hope you are satisfied with my horrible writing…

Just to tell you, this chapter is going to be split in two parts, one is with Annabeth's P.O.V. and the other is Percy's P.O.V.

How I won the game of love

Chapter 14 (PART 1)

Annabeth's P.O.V.

I stared at the teenager in my mirror. The girl wore a beautiful dress and light makeup. Her eyes were filled with a determined light, her shoulders a bit stooped and her face was serious and scary, no longer silly and scared… no longer dramatic and sensitive.

She was not me; at least, I thought I looked different.

Well, sure, there wasn't any major change, but if you compare me to how I was a few months ago, I definitely looked different.

I grabbed my purse that lay abandoned on my dressing table in my huge room, which was a deep indigo and matched my dress, although I hardly cared about how I looked anymore.

I really had changed… I no longer stayed with Drew (for obvious reasons) and Silena (who was hiding a dangerous secret from me.) I guess I enjoyed Percy's company… I felt.. complete.

Of course, he was still a big idiot, no need to inflate his head by telling him that.

The bell rung and I immediately stared at the clock. It was 7:30… at least he wasn't late.

And with a sigh, I headed downstairs, lugging the weight on my shoulders down with me.

I opened the door and came face to face with Percy, who was in a black tuxedo with a blue tie. His eyes glittered with humor. His hair was still untidy and I had the urge to run my fingers through them.

"Never knew you lived in the rich part of the town, Chase."

I rolled my eyes and shoved him aside, releasing a laugh from him.

"Come on, I have a limo you know." I muttered, ignoring my racing heart.

We arrived at the ball just in time (I was paranoid about being on time)

Percy held out his hand like a gentleman, and for one second, I forgot that we were supposed to be acting.

I slid my hand into his and gracefully stepped out of the car, feeling a rush of sudden embarrassment, although I didn't know why.

The front lawn of the school was decorated beautifully; continuously color changing lights were organized neatly into rows, illuminating the school. The trees were also filled with lights and the grass was strewn with rose petals, giving off a slight romantic atmosphere. A red carpet rolled into the entrance of the school.

I immediately spotted Drew and Silena staring at me.

Silena stood with Beckendorf in a silky gossamer dress, carefully examining me with a concerned expression.

And Drew… she stood with…

Luke.

She had a smug smirk plastered on her face, eyeing me with disgust. Funny how we were friends before…

Luke didn't meet my eye, he was busy staring down at his shoes, occasionally leaning over and whispering something in Beckendorf's ear every now and then.

The two couples sped off and disappeared into the crowd, leaving me and Percy in a crowd of unfamiliar students.

I dragged Percy by the arm to the school field, where the event was being held, ignoring all of the gawking people and the girls who stared at Percy. (I couldn't imagine why)

"Annabeth? You seem.. aggravated.. " Percy muttered.

"I am not." I hastily replied, turning to look at Percy.

When I finally got a good look at him, I realized his face was red.

I let go of his hand immediately, feeling a blush creep up my cheeks as well.

Ugh, I can't even hold his hand without freaking out.

He cleared his throat.

"Um anyway.. are you ready?"

I nodded absentmindedly.

"Right" He murmured.

"Let's go kick Luke's ass."

(PART 2)

Percy's P.O.V.

Really, this was the most dangerous phase ever.

But this phase was only possible because Annabeth found out what Luke was planning.

In approximately 30 minutes, Luke would come and attack us or whatever, I didn't really pay attention to the details, but I did know that he had help with him… I guessed Beckendorf.

(Although I could've been wrong, I'd love to be wrong)

I let Annabeth drag me to the school field, because it was useless to try to calm her down.

I couldn't help but notice how beautiful she looked. She had almost no makeup on, but she still looked like an intimidating princess to me.

Along the crowded hallways, people stared at us with amazement, like, How did this guy get to date Annabeth?

Yeah… you don't know the whole story…

We finally reached the field, which was pretty sweet.

The entire field was covered in deep red rugs and rose petals. It was bordered with a 10 foot tall fence which had lit candles dangling from the sides. Most of the space was covered with round tables that were covered in a cream colored cloth with a candle on top of each. Many of these were already filled with people. In the front, there was a huge stage with a podium to the side. A banner that read 'WINTER BALL' was hung at the back of the stage.

"Wow, that's really cool, I never expected them to decorate that much." Annabeth said quietly.

"Well, the principal seemed pretty excited when she announced this event." I murmured, noting that there was a hint of nervousness in her voice.

When she didn't meet my eyes, I softly took her hand and gripped it reassuringly.

"Hey, I won't let Luke hurt you okay?"

She sighed.

"I'm not worried about myself.. I'm worried about.. about.. you.. I mean, no one has turned down Luke before… ever…"

I laughed.

"So, you care about me now?"

She smirked and gave me a slight push, despite the worry and pain in her eyes; she still managed to say,

"Maybe a little bit."

"Attention everyone! We are now going to be announcing the Miss Queen and King of the first annual WINTER BALL!" The principal announced.

Everyone cheered and from the corner of my eye, I saw Luke and Drew approach the stage.

"Okay then.." The principal said.

She then smoothened her suit and pulled out a gold trimmed silver card.

"The Miss Queen of this year's Winter Ball is…"

She didn't even have time to complete her sentence.

There was a scream and a thud next to me.

Then I realized it was Annabeth's scream.

"No!" I yelled, scanning the panicked audience for Luke.

He, Beckendorf and Silena were nowhere to be found, the principal had evacuated the stage and Annabeth was on her knees beside me.

I supported her and tried to pull her up on her feet, but it ended up with me supporting her entire weight.

A heavy smoke settled on the field and I could barely see where I was going. My eyes stung and Annabeth's warm body was slowing me down.

Suddenly, there was a harsh whisper behind me.

"You will regret helping her, Jackson."

A sharp needle was embedded in my arm and I immediately felt drowsy.

No.. I-I failed her..

"Pick up the trash, let's go." A heavy voice grunted.

And the last thing I saw was three blurry figures surrounding me.. haunting me in my mind.

Was it going to be the last thing I thought?

Muahaha I'm sooo evil.. another cliffhanger :D

I'm also really SORRY for being totally absent lately!