A/N- If the Italian is translated horrible, don't blame me. Take it up with Google Translate.

Dedicated to 405826eh for the idea and commenting.. and liking. :) You're awesome!

You slashed and hacked through the dummies, decimating them into piles of sticks and cloth. You weren't the best at (W/O/C weapon of choice), but you could hold your own. Just then, B/F ran up to you. "Y/N!" she called, startling you.

In a second, your weapon was at her throat. She gently pushed it down. "Woah there, N/N," she joked. "I just wanted to ask if you wanted to have a girl's day with me."

You sheathed your (W/O/C) and wiped the sweat from your brow. "Ok, sure, just let me take a shower first."

"You'd better!" she replied. "I can smell you from here." Then she ran off, leaving you rolling your eyes at her childish actions.

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The two of you were sitting on the beach together, watching the sun go down. B/F joggled your elbow. "Sooo.... got any new crushes?"

You blushed, averting your eyes. "Maaaaaybee...."

She cheered. "Tell me please?" as she gave you her best puppy eyes.

You smiled. "You first."

B/F pouted. "That's not fair." You gave her a look and she relented. "Ugh, I can't believe I'm telling you but... it's Leo."

You squealed. "Yes! I ship it!"

It was her turn to roll her eyes at you. "So.. it's your turn now. Who do you like?"

You frantically thought for a way to escape this situation, but nothing comes. Sighing, you gave up and resigned yourself to your fate. "Okay, fine, it's... Nico."

B/F's squeal broke your eardrums. "YES!" she screams. "Ha!"

Just then, speak of the devil, Nico Di Angelo appeared. "Hey Y/N."

"Oh, um, hey Nico!" Smooth, Y/N, real smooth.

B/F attempted to wink at you, but it looked more like a facial seizure. "Well, I'm just gonna go now... things to do, people to see... have fun you two!"

You blushed, light pink dusting your cheeks. "So, Nico, what did you want to talk about?"

It was his turn to blush then, the blush blindingly obvious against his pale skin. "Oh, um... I was just wondering... didyoumaybewanttogoonadatewithme?"

"I'm sorry, what?" You thought you understood what he said, but you HAD to make sure.

He took a deep breath. "Do you... want to go on a date with me?""

You stared at him, trying to comprehend what had just happened.

"Never mind," he muttered. "I knew it wouldn't work."

He turned to leave, but you caught his hand and pulled him back down. "Of course I'd want to of on a date with you!"

He stared at you, dumbfounded. Evidently, he didn't think it would work. "I.. really?"

"Course, Death Breath!"

His smile flashed, bright enough to light up the dark side of Artemis's chariot. "Great, I'll see you tomorrow at eight, by Thalia's tree, then."

He turned to leave, then hesitated. "Oh and Y/N, wear something nice please."

Once he was gone, B/F jumped out of the bushes. "Yes! He asked you out! Jason owes me 10 drachmas!"

You stare at her, slightly nonplussed. "You placed a bet on me?!"

She shrugs, unrepentant. "Yes, try to keep up. Now then, we need to get you ready for your date!"

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At eight that night, you were standing by Thalia's pine, fidgeting nervously. You had a beautiful, flowing F/C dress- that matched a streak of your hair- with a (Y/B/S your birthstone) pendant. You were wearing a bit of mascara and eyeliner to make your E/C eyes pop out.

After waiting for a few minutes, Nico showed up, wearing a black tuxedo. His jaw dropped open when he saw you. "You... you look beautiful," he stammered.

"Thanks, Nico, you look handsome as well."

Regaining his composure, he offered you his arm. "Shall we?"

You giggle. "We shall."

"Brace yourself," he warned you.

"Why do I need to-" you start to ask, but are abruptly cut off as you are swallowed into shadows.

The shadows eject you out in a busy city, bustling with people. "Where are we?"

Nico turned and faces you, with his arms spread out for emphasis. "Welcome to London."

Your eyes widened comically. "What? The London?"


"Yep," he replied. "Now c'mon, we've got somewhere to be."

Five minutes later, you found yourself in a glass compartment, riding the London Eye. "Oh my gods, Nico, this is amazing!"

"Glad you think so." he chuckled. "You're supposed to be able to see all of London from here."

As the ferris wheel got closer to the top, you instinctively reached for Nico's hand and squeeze it, as you inwardly admired how well your hands fit together. He doesn't let go, even though his cheeks are a light pink.

Once the wheel reached the top, the whole thing stopped. You looked at Nico. "Did you do this?"

He nodded. "Just a little favor I pulled in."

You stared out into London, admiring the glittering strings of lights and their reflections in the rivers. From above, the place looked like sky filled with golden stars. Driven by some impulse, you leaned in and kissed his cheek. "Thank you, Nico."

"No problem, Y/N. Anything for you."

And as the clock strikes nine, you both lean in and your lips meet, fitting together like puzzle pieces.

"I love you, Nico."

"I love you too, mia rosa. My rose."