SAFE AND SOUND! pete mitchell

CHAPTER FIVE

Percy sat next to Reyna at class, listening to Jester, who stood up front. She and Reyna sat behind Pete and Nick, who sat up front. Jester was talking about who was going to be their instructor and most were surprised or impressed to see a blonde-haired woman walk up. Percy was quite surprise since it was the woman from last night at the bar Pete seemed to be into.

Percy might have toned out as Pete and Charlie bantered back and forth. It almost seemed like they were flirting in a way. She wasn't really paying attention, her thoughts drifting off to Luke. She hadn't stopped thinking about him since that morning, and she couldn't help the butterflies in her stomach. She knew she had a crush which didn't help since she was trying to deal with this sudden new feeling she was having for her best friend.

She couldn't stop thinking about Luke and how much sweet he was.The way he'd made sure she was safe, how he'd given her a place to sleep and fed her. Not to mention how gorgeous he was. She didn't even know him that well, and yet she felt a connection with him. She didn't know how to describe it, but there was just something about him that made her want to get to know him better.

Percy shook her head, trying to focus on what Charlie was saying. She looked over at Reyna, who was looking at her with a smug look on her face.

"What?" Percy whispered.

"You were daydreaming again." Reyna smirked, nudging her with her elbow.

Percy rolls her eyes. "Was not." She denied.

"Lies." Reyna retorted.

Percy sighs, looking down at her notebook. "Alright, fine. I was thinking about him."

Reyna smirks. "Him as in the hot bartender or him as your best friend?"

Percy shrugs, fidgeting with her pen. "Luke...But now the other him too thanks to you bringing him up." She grumbled.

"Oops. Sorry." Reyna chuckles, her tone not sounding apologetic at all. "So, did anything happen with you and him? Him as in Luke."

Percy glances around the classroom, then leaned in closer to Reyna, her cheeks flushing slightly. "We had a pretty deep conversation. He opened up to me about losing his daughter, and it was really emotional. He's such a kind and genuine person. I didn't expect to connect with him like that."

Reyna's eyes widens with interest. "Wow, that's heavy. It sounds like you really hit it off."

Percy nods, a small smile on her face. "Yeah, I guess we did. It's just...I don't know, there's something about him that makes me want to get to know him better."

Reyna's smile grew mischievous. "So, are you thinking of calling him soon?"

Percy nodded, her expression a mix of excitement and nervousness. "Definitely. I'm just trying to figure out what to say. I don't want to come off as too eager."

Reyna gave her a reassuring pat on the back. "Just be yourself. I'm sure he'll appreciate that. And remember, he gave you his number, so he's probably interested too."

Percy looks down at her notebook, the thoughts of Luke still swirling in her mind. "You're right. I guess I should just take it one step at a time."

Reyna's grin widens. "Exactly. And who knows? Maybe this will turn into something amazing. I'm already rooting for you guys." 

Percy couldn't help but smile at Reyna's enthusiasm, her face flushing as butterflies swarm in her stomach. "Thanks for the pep talk. I'll keep you updated."

Percy found it hard to concentrate. Her thoughts kept drifting back to Luke, and she couldn't shake the feeling of excitement and anticipation. The day ahead seemed brighter with the possibility of a new connection in her life, and she was looking forward to seeing where it might lead. Percy had a feeling this was the beginning of something special.