It's been a good 2 months (exactly) writing this story. I'll miss it. *insert tears* That was a joke, but it was fun to write. On that note, the last chapter.

Although Annabeth felt guilty, a burden had been lifted from her heart. Now, it was out there; she didn't have to hurt Luke or Percy anymore due to her selfish behavior.

"Annabeth!" Luke called out.

Annabeth turned around slightly, not wanting to meet him directly.

"Annabeth," he said once again, but that was it. He couldn't seem to form any words to express what he was thinking. Luke's hand dropped to the side as he closed mouth; he gave Annabeth a pitying look before walking in the opposite direction.

Annabeth felt the tears beginning to well up in her eyes. She had to find Percy. Although she knew this could wait, she didn't think she'd have the patience to wait. She had kept it this way for so long that a single moment longer would be too much.

The field day events were taking place in the football stadium. Annabeth was surprised to see the bleachers crowded today, considering they had been empty the last time she had been there. She looked around in the dense crowd, hoping by chance to find Percy. But with so many people spread throughout the stadium, she couldn't handpick a single person out.

There was a relay event lined up to start on one side of the track field while the swimming events were at the other end of the event. There were participants everywhere: those who had already competed, and those yet to compete.

Not knowing what to do, Annabeth could only wait. She approached the nearest bleacher with an empty spot. Owing to some chance, the bleachers were located rather close to the judging stands. Annabeth desperately looked around to find Percy him seated with the other judging teachers. But once again, she was out of luck.

Drew and her posse seemed to be in the middle of a cheerleading routine, performing for the crowds before the relay started.

Annabeth looked down at the program she had been handed upon entering the stadium. The relay was the last event before people got ready for the dance later that evening. The sun was already starting to go down by the time the gun went off for the start of the race.

Annabeth's interest was not held for long. After the first runners had run their lap, she began fiddling her thumbs, unable to keep her mind focused. She almost didn't notice slide into the spot next to her on the bleachers. She jumped at the opportunity, "Did you see him?!"

"Who? Your husband or your boyfriend?" Thalia with a slight twinkle in her eye.

Annabeth pushed Thalia lightly, "I'm not joking. I broke up with Luke."

"Seriously?!"

"Yes, seriously."

Thalia's eyes had grown round in shock, "How? Tell me—"

Annabeth cut her off before, "I'll tell you later, but have you seen Percy?"

"He's down there," Thalia pointed in the direction of a group of teachers. They weren't judging, but they were near the track. "What do you need?"

"I need to talk to him now!"

"Is it that important?"

"Yes," Annabeth looked back down regretfully at the group of teachers, able to pick out Percy's figure from the rest.

"Talk to him at the dance. I heard he has to chaperone that tonight."

Annabeth could already feel her impatience boiling over, but she couldn't tell Thalia that. She controlled herself, urging herself to watch the remainder of the race.

Dance Later that Night—

With the help of some of the other girls in her class with make-up, Annabeth and Thalia got ready for the dance. The venue for the dance was formal, and Annabeth wished she still had Aphrodite as her fairy godmother in this situation.

She looked in the mirror, smiling at her dress for the first time since her wedding gown. The red, strapless dress went down to her ankles, a sash fitting on her waist. The matching red pumps had a glittery touch them. The outfit was not something Annabeth would have normally chosen, but it was one of the things she dared pull out of the 'forbidden' closet at home, stocked by Aphrodite.

Thalia on the other hand, was wearing a full length blue prom style dress, the blue matching perfectly with her eye color. Annabeth noted that this was the first time in months she had seen Thalia actually looking excited for the upcoming event. And as a matter of fact, it was one of the few times she had seen Thalia in a dress, let alone a prom dress.

The rest of the girls in her class had ordered a limo that night to go with their dates. Annabeth and Thalia had declined the offer of many of their peers as Drew had given her the 'threatening glare'. After all, her dad had been the one to hire the limo, and if Drew didn't want them, they had no business going in the limo.

Thalia had decided on driving to the dance themselves once they were done with their outfits. The two arrived at the dance at 7:00 sharp. Although the dance was to commence at 7:00, everyone who was anyone was to show up fashionably late.

Even the teachers hadn't arrived. Annabeth looked up at the decorations once more, still unable to get over the shock. It was all Percy's doing, her Percy.

The crowd trickled in slowly around 7:45, teachers included. By the time the party was in full swing, it was already 8:30. Many students were beginning to hit the dance floor, dancing along to the songs they requested. The DJ played the most common ones: Cupid Shuffle, Party Rock, Soulja Boy, and Gangnam Style. Annabeth was generally not a big fan of school dances, but she had no luck, considering she had been the one to plan it. Thalia accompanied her to the drinks table where she poured herself a glass of punch.

"Thals, I'm going out for a while," Annabeth began taking off the pumps, looking at her sore feet resentfully. Annabeth regretted having ever entered that closet.

"I'll come out with you."

Just as she was about to leave, she heard someone else replace the DJ.

"I'd like to thank everyone for having me here as a TA. You all have been really support and I appreciate that. But, that's not what I'm here for tonight. There's this one girl whom I have loved for quite some time, but she doesn't know it. I would like to dedicate this next song, Just the Way You Are, to her," the voice said quietly. The entire crowd erupted in a fit of whistles and cheers as the man spoke. Annabeth spun around to find Percy on the stage, standing there calmly as though nothing had happened.

Before the DJ could play the next song, Annabeth saw Drew take the mic from him, directing her words at Percy, "Mr. Jackson, show us some honesty here. Tell the rest of these ignorant people who you really are."

The crowd was either confused or shocked that Drew had interrupted a teacher. This didn't seem to bother Drew as she continued, "Mr. Jackson is a married man."

A series of hushed whispers began from the crowd as they reveled at this new information. Ms. Peterson smirked knowingly, asking those around her, "You didn't know?"

Annabeth's heart started thumping at a faster pace, How could Drew have known?

Drew wasn't through yet, "It's not a sin to be married, but to be married to a sixteen year old high school girl. That's right ladies and gentlemen. This man right here is married to none other than Annabeth Chase."

The collective shock of the group was clear through the crowd as hundreds of face turned to bore into Annabeth. Annabeth had the urge to run, but her legs were super-glued on to the floor, unable to move in the slightest.

Percy turned the attention back to him, "It's true. We are married. But, it wasn't Annabeth's choice. It was a fate decided before she was even born. She wasn't even aware of this fact till a week before our marriage took our place. The only crime she committed was listening to her grandfather's wishes. It was against her will to marry me. She may be married, but she is still a student. A girl who wants to have an equal experience in some of the best years of our lives. Who am I to take this away from her? She too has the stress that all of you face, and more. I hope that this marriage doesn't affect her life in a negative way. I would never want her to be hurt because of me."

Annabeth felt the energy surge through her at hearing his words. The crowd parted their way as she made it to the front, till she was directly in front of Percy, "Percy, you've been by my side since day one. But, I'm not a kid anymore. Till now, I didn't understand, but, now, after all of this, I finally realize what I had been feeling. Percy, I'm in love with you."

The last word had been barely uttered when Percy took the step separating them, coming face to face with her, "It's about time, Wise Girl." With that, he leaned down to kiss her full on the lips. Annabeth could hear nothing of the cheering crowd behind her. Seeing nothing but the man in front of her, her man, she kissed him back equally.

"I love you too, Seaweed Brain."

Finally over. I apologize belatedly for cheesy sounding parts or possible lack of description on clothes. I hate discussing clothes…It bugs me. Anyway, make sure to leave a review.

For those of you who are sad, I do have two other stories I am currently writing.

100 Days with Mr. Arrogant: Another Percabeth story.
After being dumped by her boyfriend just before their 1 year anniversary, Annabeth Chase meets a college guy named Percy Jackson when she kicks a can that accidentally leaves a scratch on his Maserati. Although she escapes from him, trouble ensues when she drops her wallet and he finds her once again. Will she be able to deal with him, and maybe even eventually find love?

Review, and ciao folks.