This following story is the continuation of the story that includes Sasha, daughter of Poseidon.

Percy is still dealing with the fact that he was responsible of the dead of his sister and teacher Sasha, who was responsible in 1940´s for the end of WW2 and resurrected by Gaea (just like others over the Heroes of Olympus saga)

The Blood of Olympus is not available yet, so I don´t know for sure how will survive. I only hope that everybody!

Please, read Half of a Perfect Storm

Disclaimer: Percy and crew belong to Uncle Rick.

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I - A Night to Remember

Life was good as it can be at 22 years old for a demigod. We defeated Gaea after against all odds and life has been sweet. Both camps were united. Annabeth stills works in the Olympus and it will be grant once she finishes. We both decided to study in New York for practical reasons: I didn't want her one single mille far away from me and she wanted the same, besides the Olympus wasn't going to build itself.

Here we were now, I was finishing college and I was already working half-time as a Marine Biologist in the Department of Environmental Conservation in New York. I was still doing office work but as I graduate I would start working on the field.

My mom was as happy as I would expect. She was still married to Paul and I had two brothers. How thought that I would come back after months missing and a Giant War to find my mother with my baby brother Peter in her arms? The teasing in school was embarrassing. Coming back after months with a baby brother, well nobody believed that was true.

Two years later, Patrick was born. Since my brothers were not demigods, I was actually relieved. My mom deserved complete happiness after all those years with Smelly Gabe to mask my powerful demigod smell. I had lunch with my family every Sunday. Annabeth came with me sometimes if she didn't have to go to Olympus for construction business.

Annabeth was still the same person I knew at 12 years old: loyal, caring and just beautiful. She already finished college and she had been working in a prestigious firm of Architects, the kind that had three last names.

After 6 years of dating and 10 years of knowing each other, I was finally going to propose to Annabeth Chase. Last month, I asked to Mr. Chase for his permission and blessing, even to Lady Athena. That was terrifying for sure… I even asked for advice how to make my move to my already married friends aka Piper and Jason. I found the perfect engagement ring, courtesy of Tyson, he made it. I had a reservation in her favorite restaurant near the Empire State.

Today was my 22th birthday and our 6th anniversary. I was nervous as Hades. I knew it was the most logical next step in our relationship. I knew I wanted to marry her since I was 16 years old. I already had the wedding bangs, a gift from my big sister and teacher Sasha. The best sister any demigod could ask for: strong, independent, trustworthy, deadly against monsters and I missed her. I still wished even longed badly for a childhood together.

My main concern about proposing to Annabeth was if she was ready to get married. We were happy as we were right now. We were living together for over two years. Maybe she didn't want to get married yet. Maybe she was happy just living together. After her upbringing, maybe she had marriage issues… I didn't know what it would happen if she said no.

I told Annabeth that I would met her in the restaurant. That's where I was waiting for her to arrive. I was a bit nervous staring at the door. Then she appeared. She entered the doorframe wearing a navy blue halter dress just above her knees. Her hair was down and her curls moving around her shoulders were hypnotizing. Her makeup was minimal but lovely. The dress made her legs looked so temptating. I would image those legs around my waist while we… She saw me and waved her hand at me. I snapped out of my red-blooded dreams and I stood up waiting for her.

"Hello" she said and gave me a peek in the cheek. I moved her chair for her to sit down, then I sat down.

"Hey, Wise girl. You look breathtaking" I said trying to sound seductive, but I think it came out so cheesy. She giggled at me and held my hand over the table.

"You look quite dashing yourself. Happy Birthday!" said Annabeth and leaned over the table to kiss tenderly me. I was slightly embarrassed. I was the guy. I was supposed to do that.

"Thank you, love. Happy Anniversary! 6 years already and I have never been happier" I said really trying to NOT sound cheesy. I saw her blush. I love when she does that, especially during our night activities.

"Happy Anniversary. I am very happy too. So, how was your day?" said Annabeth.

The waiter approached to us with the menus. For the rest of the meal, we talked about work, Olympus and family. Well I wasn't going to propose here, so I wasn't so nervous yet. My plan was to do it in Central Park near the statue of Romeo and Juliet. I enjoyed our food. It was superb, better be with those prices.

Once dishes were gone and meal paid, I just stared at her in awe. I still cannot believe the gorgeous women she has become. How her blond hair looked in the mornings. How her legs tempted me in shorts around camp. How her curves looked in pretty much anything or nothing at all: divine… I wasn't too shabby myself. I had a nice hard rock body of years of training and running every morning. We were no longer scruffy and awkward at each other. We were a happy couple in love…

"Seaweed brain, stop staring at me. You are embarrassing me" said Annabeth meekly bringing back to reality.

"Sorry, love. I just, you look… I mean, let's get some air" I said awkwardly and blushing. She giggled some small pearls of laughter, and we were out the door.

We walked holding hands in Central Park. I tried to look relaxed and casual but I was a tangle of nerves inside. We were getting near the statue, just 5 minutes more. I was growing anxious at every step but I managed to hide it with small kisses and staring at the stars. I could see Zoe, the hunter. It was a beautiful Saturday night in August.

Finally, we sat in a bench near the statue. I was trying so hard to not give away anything, but Annabeth knew me so well.

"What's wrong? Percy, you look. I don't know, weird?" she said placing her hand cupping my cheek.

"Nothing, I am just mesmerized with your beauty" I lied like a pro. I don't know if she bought it but I didn't let her think about it. I just kissed her hard, mind-blowing hard. This was bliss.

Suddenly, I heard a hurried steps and loud sobs and yells. I instantly thought of someone running away for someone, probably a burglar. I broke my kiss with Annabeth and stood up looking around ready to anything that was coming at us. She was perplexed at my action and stared at me.

"What's up?" she asked.

I felt something strange like saltwater moving, but the sea was a bit far for it. I probably blinked a couple of times trying to figure out what I was feeling. Annabeth stood up and tensed at my side.

"A monster?" said Annabeth moving her hand to her bag where her dagger was.

"I don't know. Something is coming. I can feel it" I said looking around with Riptide already on my hand ready to strike.

From the nearby trees, I saw a silhouette of a small person running. It was a girl. She looked the age of my brother Peter. She was clearly scared yelling and sobbing. Annabeth saw her and gasped. There was a Clazmonian sow chasing the little girl. The monster was in no hurry. It was clearly enjoying the hunt.

"Take the girl. I will handle the sow" I said turning my head at Annabeth. She nodded at me and ran to the girl and caught her just in time of being crushed by the sow's foot.

I ran to face the sow. It was big and loud like fighting a 15 feet enraged bull. I was almost impaled by its tusks a couple of times but I dodged just in time and hurt its sides and legs. It took me some minutes to finally send it to Tartarus.

I was sweating and gasping at the exercise. It's been a while since I fought any monster. As you grow up, your demigod scents decreases a bit. I had to fight once or twice a month.

I was unharmed and immediately checked my pockets; and the little velvet box was still in its place. I was relieved about that but a bit mad that my proposal has been delayed.

I looked around and found Annabeth sitting in a bench with the little girl. This girl was a bit skinny and long blonde hair. She looked no older that my 5 year old brother Peter. She was crying in Annabeth's lap. Annabeth rocked her, patted her back and made hushing sounds at her.

I sat next to them. Annabeth looked super cute and maternal. I could picture her doing that for our children whenever they got hurt or scared. I fell in love again with her. The little box felt heavier in my pocket, begging to get out. Annabeth turned her gaze at me and murmured: "Are you ok?" I nodded at her.

"She is fine. Percy, is she one of us?" murmured Annabeth with worry in her eyes.

"I think so. What are we going to do?" I said low almost whispering.

"I think we need to find her mom or dad, or get her to camp" said Annabeth bit low.

"Right now?" I asked a bit loudly for my taste. The girl turned at the sound of my voice.

Her face was covered in tears, dirty and sweat, however she looked beautiful. I couldn't tell the color of her eyes but for me, she looked like a daughter of Annabeth. Maybe she was a daughter of Athena. She stared at me waiting me to say something. She was still crying silent tears. Her sobs were few and sporadically. I could see that she was relaxed in Annabeth's lap.

"What's your name?" I asked gently trying my best not to scare her.

"Pearl" she said meekly.

"That's a beautiful name" I said grinning at her. She smiled back at me and rubbed her eyes.

"I am Percy and she is Annabeth. How old are you?" I asked her. Pearl raised her hand showing her five fingers.

"I see… you are five. Where is your mother?" I said

"My mom is…" she started saying and ended up crying and sobbing harder in Annabeth's chest. Annabeth started to rock her again soothing her, and she locked her eyes at me expecting me to do something.

"Should we take her to the police?" I asked.

"I don't know, Percy. It's a bit late. Do you want her to spend the night in the police station? I think we should go to your mom's place. It's closer and she would be more relaxed being around your brothers" said Annabeth.

I thought about it. I really didn't want her to be in the police station, but maybe her mom or dad was looking for her and scared for her safety. Also, her scent would attract more visitors here in the open. Anyway, I nodded at Annabeth and I stood up. Annabeth sighed at me and she stood up to.

"Let me carry her" I said to Annabeth. She nodded at me and gave her to me. Pearl felt good in my arms. I felt like I wanted to protect against mortal or demigod perils. I wonder if it will be same with our kids.

Suddenly, I heard a metallic sound hit the ground. I looked down to see a drachma, well half of it. It must have fallen from her hand or pocket. Annabeth picked up and looked at us.

"Is it yours, Pearl?" she asked.

Pearl raised her head, saw Annabeth and said "Yes, it's my lucky charm. My mom found her in Greece"

"I will keep it safe" said Annabeth and put her in her purse. I could she was anxious about the drachma but I let it go. We had more important issues right now.