I was one of the first to arrive. ( she's seen the cities come together and fragment all over again since then. and countless faces come out of and return to stasis in the same period.

he can't see her, yet, he can probably hear the hint of smile in her voice. she does not need much in the way of protection, but, ) Amazons take family seriously as well, Perseus. You have my word.

( after a half laugh, ) I also promise not to call you Perseus in public. ( she has a feeling he goes by Percy for a reason. )