[ When Piper arrives Annabeth feels an incredible sense of relief. One that unfortunately translates into a fresh, yet silent flow of tears. It's like having her best friend there means that she doesn't have to put up a front any longer. She hooks her arm trough Piper's, feeling the resultant warmth, and leans in against her gratefully. ]
Are you affected by the cold curse? [ She puts a tissue silently up to her eye and catches a stupid tear. ]
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Are you affected by the cold curse? [ She puts a tissue silently up to her eye and catches a stupid tear. ]