I feel like Annabeth should be here to make sure you don't leave anything embarrassing out. [ Definitely gently poking fun at Percy now. At the suggestion, Nico is more than happy to do just that so he nods once before falling into step next to the older demigod.

He only glances back once to ensure the hellhound is following. ] Except for the aliens, it sounds about normal for us. I'm guessing you've tried to leave by boat already.

[ With no results, obviously. ]