Why Me?(Third book of Call me Omega)

Chapter 55

Annabeth's POV

"Percy's hurt?"

Luke nodded slowly in the misty screen.

"It's a long story..."

"How... How is he?"

He shook his head. "I can't be sure. Victor said he's badly hurt- something about his hand malfunctioning. Also, he has his wounds from the competition."

"Can I go?"

"Here?"

I nodded.

He frowned. "You sure? It's all a bit crazy over here."

"I'm sure."

He pursed his lips. "Well, the news had become crazy about him. I'm not sure if his wife coming would be good."

"... Oh."

"... It can be good. If you pretend to be on good terms."

"I can do that."

He frowned. "... Alright. I'll go and get you around 8."

I nodded eagarly and he cut the connection.

Feeling elated at the thought of seeing him, I went to pack my bags.

~

"No."

Nico stood in front of the portal. (Nico says no)

Luke forced a smile. "It won't hurt for her to be gone for a few days."

"We need as many campers as possible." Nico said stubbornly. "All the soldiers are at the planet, and Tartarus could attack any time."

"Percy's hurt badly."

He faltered. "But-"

"Please. I just need to see his face."

He stood there for a few moments.

"Take me with you."

I glanced at Luke. He shrugged.

"I guess having a cousin come over won't hurt."

I nodded and Nico stepped into the portal and we followed behind him.

~

"No."

I blinked at Victor standing at the door.

"No." (Victor says no?)

"But-"

"He is a patient. He must have absolute rest."

I stared at him. "Is he awake?"

"Yes."

"When will be able to see him?" Nico asked cooly.