“No?” Zeus said. “You are…turning down our generous gift?” There was a dangerous edge to his voice, like a thunderstorm about to erupt. “I’m honored and everything,” I said. “Don’t get me wrong. It’s just…I’ve got a lot of life left to live. I’d hate to peak in my sophomore year.” The gods were glaring at me, but Annabeth had her hands over her mouth. Her eyes were shining. And that kind of made up for it.
