A New Demigod

Chapter Twelve

(Rocky's POV)

I had about two hours til I had to go to that bloody counselor's meeting for the quest. I didn't want to go at all. Maybe I can run away during the quest. I shook that thought out of my head. Habits just don't die away... Do they...

I don't know why but I have the feeling that I don't belong. There was only one place that I felt safe... And that place was burnt down. Ever since Ma died in that bloody fire, I never felt safe from anything... Or anyone.

I guess I kept thinking that cause I feel like that fire was my fault. I looked down as I walked on the sandy beach of the lake that was really quiet and sat down. I took off my black combat boots and black socks, then put my feet in the cool summer waters of Long Island.

I watched fish swim in the shallow part as something solid bumped my hand. I looked down and jumped up quickly. Ice was forming where my hands were seconds ago. I raised my hand and the ice stopped spreading.

It melted away and drifted to the palm of my hand, forming a ice sphere. I sighed in defeat, It's more of a bloody curse than a gift.

I guess that's why I wanted to be alone. Now that I've found out Leo is alive and I have a crush on... Jason. I didn't want them to get hurt. Maybe running away is the best way to protect them both. I turned around as I felt like someone was watching me. I shrugged the feeling off and sat back down, putting my head on my knees. Wishing it could all fade away.

(Jason's POV)

I saw Rocky looking miserable at the beach but I didn't know if I should talk to her or not. I want to tell her that I like her but... I'm nervous. I met her yesterday and I already like her.

I relaxed my tense shoulders and walked onto the beach towards Rocky. I stood next to her and squatted down. I gently put a hand on her shoulder then she looked up. "Hey Rocky, you okay?" I asked her. She shrugged and put her chin on her knees, no response.

I felt her hand grab my wrist and made me sit down next to her. I didn't resist as I sat down with her. What she did next surprised me, she moved closer to me and lean onto my chest. Her forehead against my neck. I felt heat rush up into my cheeks and I wrapped an arm around her waist.

I noticed she relaxed and let the water lap at her feet. I smirked as an idea popped in my head and I leaned back, laying down. Rocky tensed and then layed down beside me, a hand on my chest.

My heart thumped madly against my skin and her hand. She leaned over me and smiled, looking down at my eyes. I smiled back and I pulled her down gently. Our lips brushed and I kissed her, finally.