“Bravely fought, Percy Jackson,” he said. “But it’s time to surrender…or the girl dies.” “Percy, don’t,” Annabeth groaned. Her shirt was soaked with blood. I had to get her out of here. “Blackjack!” I yelled. As fast as light, the pegasus swooped down and clamped his teeth on the straps of Annabeth’s armor. They soared away over the river before the enemy could even react.
