The Chosen One (Earth 7)

XCIV) Self Control.

"Percy,"

He looked up and saw Annabeth, who sat down next to him.

"I told you not to come," he whispered.

"I know," she said. "Did you actually think I would listen?"

He pursed his lips. "I guess not," he said, reaching out to touch her cheek. He sighed deeply, gulping back his guilt. "I'm scared."

"Of  what?" She asked softly, leaning into his touch.

"Of what I could do.. what I want to do."

"What do you want to do?"

He dropped his hand, turning away.

"Hey," she said, holding his hand in her's. "I know you wouldn't do anything bad."

"But I don't know that." He said. "Sometimes I feel like.. I feel like my life is falling apart." He shook his head. "I see myself overwhelmed by my power. What if I can't handle it? What if I hurt someone?"

"You wouldn't do that."

"That's where you're wrong," he said, looking at her. "I.. I can't control myself sometimes. I do stuff I regret, but I don't know how to change."

"What do you regret?"

He stayed silent, just looking into her eyes. He looked down and sighed, running a hand through his hair.

"I'm sorry,"

"Don't be," she said. "I want you to talk to me."

He shook his head. "It's fine. I'm okay, okay? Just-"

"You're not okay!" She said. "You keep saying you're fine, but you're not. Just tell me your problems.. please."

"It's useless," he said. "You... It's better you don't know."

"But I want to know,"

He managed a weak smile. "It's better you don't, okay? Come on," he said, getting up. "Let's go back in."

"No," she said, holding his hand. "Percy, just talk to me."

"Please," he said. "Let's just go in."

"Percy,"

"Please,"

She pursed her lips, nodding slowly, "Okay," she said, getting up. She pulled him into a slow kiss, her arms around his neck, before pulling apart and looking into his eyes. "Let's go."

He smiled slightly, nodding. The two walked back into the room and all the heads turned to them.

Annabeth looked up at Percy and smiled before letting go of his hand and walking over to Hermione and Piper.

Percy ran a hand through his hair before walking towards Harry and Jason.

"You alright?" Harry asked.

Percy looked down at his hand subtly before nodding. "I'm fine."

Jason patted his back, smiling encouragingly.

They continued their session, helping each other and improving overall.

Annabeth stayed close to Percy, always keeping an eye on him, which Percy liked.

At least I got her attention. He thought, smiling at her.

"You two are seriously so cute." Piper commented as Annabeth kissed his cheek.

He smiled, looking at her.

"Feeling better?"

He nodded, kissing her forehead. "Much," he hugged her close to him, resting his chin on her head, just relishing in the comfort.