𝑂𝑐𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑠 𝐷𝑒𝑒𝑝 •|𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘆 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀𝗼𝗻|•

•|Hags Cutting thread P.3|•

After I left Percy at his dorm room
  I made a beeline for the administrative office . My mind and hear were in battle, racing to see who would cross the finish line first. My intrusive thoughts feeding my hear beats. I bounded down he stairs and ran straight for the only lit room on the floor.

Chiron was there, waiting patiently for my arrival he knew that I was coming. Opening the door , I swiftly slide in and shut it behind me. Old habits die hard, I though as memories of Annabeth and I sneaking out of our cabins at night to formulate plans for capture the flag.

Chiron held out his hand without a word, his palm circled round a small piece of papyrus.''Annabth was very specific.''

I take the scroll from his hand unbothered by the fact that he had read it. It's a must outside of camp , to ensure that no mission is intercepted by enemy forces. Eagerly I unravel the papyrus and stare at it's blank contents.

Ah, yes, I though in amusion. I smiled and help the piece of paper under the light of the office lamp. Typicl Nanny Mcwisey.

From a dote to intricate lines , words appeared on the sheet.

Invisible Ink.

This was among one of the many safety alternatives that we had chosen.

Thalia's tree looks healthy,
Jake made a new spear for you
Selena still sleeps in your bed
Clarisse put a skull on at your bedside
The Stoll brothers stole one of your daggers
Mr.D said,''Saty annoying Leodite.''
You have a package from Hermes
I wrote this at our place
Keep reading and make good decisions.

your best friend , Nanny Mcwisey.
P.S. you suck ;-)

I laughed and neatly fold the paper content with it's contents and shove it into my pocket. I looked at my mentor with a smile and asked,''You had a good laugh didn't you?''

''True , I do enjoy your 'arguments' there fun especially when your friend is wise.'' He said with a smile.'' It's refreshing to see a relationship that lasts.''

There was a chilling moment of silence.

''Percy hear-''

''I know,''Chiron sighed,''But, I have no doubt that you dealt with the situation.''

''He's not an idiot, Chiron. He knows somethings up and Grov just confirmed whatever suspicions that he had.''

''.......then guide him, dear child, it's the best that can be done for now.''

I sigh as I walk over to the door , my hand lingering on the door knob as I looked back at my mentor,''I will to the best of my ability.''

''I have no doubt in your capabilities.'' Chiron said , his hooves clttering against the floor as he walked over to ruffle my hair, to which I protested,''now go get some rest. The days ahead of you will be draining.''

''Goodnight ,uncle Chi.'' I yawned opening the door.

''Sweet dreams , dear child.''

................

Two minutes after I had settled in Grover came in.

''Hey,'' he said,blear-eyed.'' You going to be ready for this test?''

I didn't answer.

"You look awful.'' He frowned. ''Is everythonh okay?''

''Just......tired.''

I turned so that he coudn't read my expression , and started gerring ready for bed.

I didn't understand what I'd heard downstairs. I wanted to believe that I had imagined the whole thing. But one thing was for clear : Grover and Mr.Brunner were talking about me behind my back. They thought that I was in some kind of danger.