𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐈𝐋¹ || 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐘 𝐉𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐒𝐎𝐍

𝐋𝐗𝐗𝐗𝐈𝐈

✦ 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐘 ✦

BACK AT CAMP HALF-BLOOD, the atmosphere was thick with tension, almost palpable in the air. Every camper sensed it – something big was on the horizon. The usual carefree spirit of the Camp was replaced with an underlying sense of urgency, preparation, and anticipation.

Aurora made her way through the familiar paths of Camp, greeting her siblings along the way. Their worried faces mirrored her own concerns, but their shared bond offered some comfort.

She then decided to visit Annabeth at the Athena Cabin, hoping a conversation would help distract her restless mind.

Aurora laid back on Annabeth's bed, letting out a deep sigh as she stared up at the ceiling of the Athena Cabin. Annabeth, engrossed in studying Daedalus' works on the computer he had left her, glanced over with a curious expression.

"So, how was your date with Percy?" Annabeth asked, her tone light but genuinely interested.

Aurora's face lit up at the mention of Percy, and she eagerly began recounting their time together.

"It was amazing, Annie. We went to this quiet spot by the sea, just the two of us. The view was breathtaking, and we talked for hours before he had to leave for his on-call mission with Charles."

Annabeth smiled, her eyes softening. "That sounds really romantic. However, I'm sorry you guys got interrupted."

"It was romantic," Aurora agreed, her voice tinged with warmth. "But, Annie..." She hesitated, her smile fading as her thoughts returned to Percy and the present situation. "I'm worried. My gut is telling me something terrible is going to happen."

Annabeth's expression grew more serious as she closed the laptop, giving Aurora her full attention. "What do you mean?"

"I don't know," Aurora admitted, her fingers fidgeting with the hem of her shirt. "It's just this feeling I have. With everything going on, with the Great Prophecy and the upcoming war... I'm worried for Percy... for all of us."

Annabeth reached out, placing a comforting hand on Aurora's arm. "I am too. But the best we can do is prepare and fight."

Aurora nodded, appreciating Annabeth's reassurance but unable to shake off her unease. "I know, Annie. It's just hard, you know? Waiting and not knowing what's going to happen."

"I know," Annabeth echoed, her gaze thoughtful. "But Percy is strong, he's gonna fight for you– you know that."

Aurora managed a weak smile, grateful for Annabeth's unwavering support.

"I don't know what I'd do without you."

Annabeth squeezed Aurora's arm reassuringly before smirking. "Probably do something stupid like go after Percy."