Sometimes people are so caught up in their own fantasies they yet to see all the things that are happening around them.
Sometimes when people are away from the real world too long, the lines between reality and ours dreams begin to blur.
This all happened to Annabeth Chase.
Ever since the 2nd grade Annabeth and I have been soulmates.
We even got married, had all of our classmates meet in the back of the playground. We were 7.
She had a bouquet of dandelions, and I had a bow tie made out of hair elastics.
Of course now in our senior year, I'm practically nonexistent.
We are still soulmates, that is clear, to me at least. I just don't think she knows it anymore.
My name is Percy Jackson. And I'm the one who saved Annabeth Chase.
When Annabeth's father started drinking when we were in middle school, her family started falling apart.
That's when she stopped caring, she stopped turning in assignments and skipping classes.
She smiled and waved at everyone, but I knew it was just to be polite.
She makes it seem likes she's okay, like there's nothing wrong.
But me, being her first husband and all,
I know better.
Annabeth's always had a spark, a free spirit. She loved adventures, jut like in all the stories we used to read together.
Well this summer, we had an adventure of our own. And it a started when I made the stupid decision to actually listen to Leo.
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"C'mon dude, you've liked her for years now, go talk to her" said Leo. He had obviously caught me staring at her. It was lunch, and Annabeth was sitting at her table laughing at something her friend said.
"I can't talk to her, I haven't said a word to her since the 7th grade" I sighed sipping my loser orange juice.
We have this thing at our school, cool kids get soda, losers get milk, juice, or water. Other kids have tried to swipe sodas, but that usually ends up with them being sent home or to the nurses office. It sounds crazy but in this school soda is to be worshipped and anyone who thinks otherwise will feel the wrath.
Look at the cool kids, sitting there drinking their soda. With their girlfriends, and their letterman jackets. I always wondered why jocks were popular, they are dumb as bricks, and only about 1/4 of them actually pursue a career in sports.
"Yeah! Percy Jackson, you may be a sad and pathetic being-" Jason's voice pulled me from my thoughts.
"Wow, gee thanks. I can always count on you guys to lift my spirits" I said
sarcastically rolling my eyes.
"How dare you interrupt me! Ahem, like I was saying, Percy, you may be a sad and pathetic being but you are good looking and smart. You should go for her" finished Jason.
I sighed. I know they mean well, it's just that they don't fully understand. Only I knew what happened to Annabeth, how she drifted away from, well, being herself.
I hate seeing her like this. No one else knows, they think she's happy. But everyone is blind. The forced smiles, the sad look in her eyes.
I may be the only one to notice, but it's not my place. What could I do anyway. I'm just the guy that watches her from afar.
Heading back to my locker was always a struggle. Between periods, there's an ocean of students swarming the halls.
After pushing past all the people I made it to my locker. I twisted the lock and tried opening the door. It wouldn't budge. I pulled at the handle and it finally opened with a bang, causing me to fall.
While standing up a folded piece of paper floated down from the ground. It came from the inside of my locker.
I unfolded the paper, and there were 5 words written.
'I'm leaving. Come find me'
I searched for a name or a signature but it wasn't signed. Although I didn't need a name. I already knew who it was. Her handwriting is unmistakable.
I folded the paper and tucked it into my pocket. I'm leaving. Those words kept ringing in my head.
I'm not stupid, she's always hated this town. I'm pretty sure nowhere but New York City is busy and bright enough to hold Annabeth. But what I wondered most is... Why did she choose me?
A/N IIIIIIIII''''MMMMMM ALLLLIIIIVVVEEEE!! Surprisingly. K so I haven't updated in for-EVER. And that's my fault sooooooo ya. School just started but I promise I will get back on my game! AND HOLY SHIT IS THAT A 7K READS I SPOT!!! IT IS! Thank you all so much for putting up with me. And my offer for OC characters still stands, just check in one of my past AN chapters. I love you and see you soon.
Ciao! Lets Bounce.
Ps. My friend told me my "Ciao. Lets bounce" is stupid should I get rid of it. Yes or no.
Pss. I also want a name for you guys. Any ideas let me know
