Chapter 2: Building Tension
But it was too late. Annabeth had already made her decision, and she stepped forward, her head held high.
"Very well," Zeus said, a cruel smile spreading across his face. "Then let the ceremony begin."
And with that, the room was filled with a deafening roar as the gods descended upon Annabeth.
She stood tall, eyes locked on Percy's as she felt the hands of the gods on her. She gasped as she felt Hera's touch, the goddess's fingers running gently along her collarbone.
"Don't be afraid, my dear," Hera whispered in her ear. "Just let go and let us show you pleasure beyond your wildest dreams."
Annabeth closed her eyes, her heart pounding in her chest. She felt her body reacting to the touch of the gods, a warmth spreading through her as they surrounded her.