Chapter 55: Meeting

'So, there's one week before the main events start. Let's join the school and become friends with the main characters so that I can follow them.'

'Let's see… the plot of this movie... I don't remember much, except that Zeus' lightning bolt gets stolen.'

'And the gods suspect Percy of stealing it.'

After pondering for a while, Alex couldn't recall any further details except the beginning.

"Now, let's go to school and enroll."

"Sigh. Once again, I'm going to school after a long time," Alex sighed.

Alex got dressed, left the room, and stepped outside the building. He hailed a taxi and said, "Can you take me to xxxxxx school?"

"Yes."

"Are you a student at that school, kid?" asked the cab driver.

"No, I'm going to join the school."

"But it's not the right time for enrollment?"

"Don't worry, I have special permission."

"So, Uncle, what do you think about gods?"

"What about gods?"

"Do you believe in their existence?" Alex asked the cab driver.

"Yes, I pray for them every day, wishing them a good life," the cab driver replied.

"It seems you are religious, Uncle," Alex remarked.

"Yes, what about you, kid?" the cab driver inquired.

"I believe they exist."

"Kid, we have arrived at the school," the cab driver informed.

Alex stepped out of the car and handed a bundle of cash to the driver.

"Kid, this is too much," the driver protested.

"Don't worry, Uncle. Consider it payment for conversing with me during the journey," Alex reassured.

"Have a good day, kid," the cab driver bid farewell.

"You too, Uncle," Alex replied.

Alex turned around and observed the school bustling with students coming and going. He walked towards a group of girls.

"Girls, could you tell me where the principal's office is?" Alex asked.

All the girls turned their heads, captivated by Alex's handsome face.

"Wow, he's so handsome."

"I'll show you the way to the principal's office," one girl exclaimed excitedly.

"No, I'll show him," another girl interjected.

While the girls were bickering, another girl approached and said, "I'll show you."

"Thank you," Alex expressed his gratitude.

"By the way, may I know your name?" she asked.

"I'm Alex," he introduced himself.

As they conversed, they arrived at the principal's office.

"This is the principal's office," the girl informed.

"Thank you."

Alex knocked on the door and received permission to enter.

"Come in," the principal's voice responded.

Alex opened the door and stepped into the office.

"What can I do for you?" the principal inquired.

"I want to join the school," Alex stated.

"No, it's not possible this year. You can come next year," the principal replied.

"I didn't want to resort to this, but you've left me no choice," Alex said, activating telepathy to complete the paperwork.

"Principal, can I go to class now?" Alex asked.

"Yes, I'll call a teacher to take you to class," the principal agreed.

The principal rang the bell, and a teacher arrived to open the door.

"Teacher, please take this student to class," the principal instructed.

"Okay, sir," the teacher acknowledged.

The teacher brought Alex to the classroom where Percy was.

Standing in front of the class, the teacher addressed the students.

"This is the new student in our class. Due to various reasons, he is joining us now. Please introduce yourself," the teacher announced.

"I'm Alex Walker. Nice to meet you all," Alex introduced himself. The girls couldn't help but comment, "Wow, he's handsome."

"Now, take that seat," the teacher instructed, pointing to an empty seat next to a blue-eyed kid.

Alex went over and sat down next to the blue-eyed kid. He turned his head toward him and extended his hand.

"I'm Alex. Nice to meet you," he greeted.

"I'm Percy Jackson. You can just call me Percy," the blue-eyed kid introduced himself.

"I'm Grover, his friend," the kid sitting behind Alex added.

"So, Alex, are your eyes naturally that color, or are you wearing contact lenses?" Grover asked.

"They're natural," Alex replied.

"So, why are you joining the school when the school year is almost over?" Grover inquired.

"Nothing much, just dealing with some problems. Can I hang out with you guys after school?" Alex asked.

"I'm new to this town, so I'd appreciate your guidance," he added.

"Sure, we're happy to have you with us, Alex," Percy replied.

"Thank you."

After the class ended, Grover suggested, "Alex, we're going to the swimming pool before leaving the school. Would you like to join us?"

"Okay, I have nothing else to do," Alex responded.

The three of them arrived at the swimming pool, and Percy changed into his swimsuit before diving into the pool.

"Does he enjoy swimming?" Alex asked.

"Nah, he just enjoys spending time underwater," Grover explained.

"Oh, it's been five minutes. Are you sure he'll be okay?"

"Don't worry, he'll be fine," Grover assured him.

While they were talking, Percy emerged from the water. Observing this, Grover exclaimed, "Wow, Percy, you're amazing!"

"Yeah, you stayed in the water for the entire six minutes," Alex remarked.

"It's nothing. I feel comfortable in the water," Percy replied.

"Alright, guys, how about we grab something to eat? It's on me," Alex offered.

"Okay, since you're inviting," Percy agreed.

The three of them went to a restaurant and took a seat at a table.

"So, Alex, what do your parents do?" Percy inquired.

"I'm an orphan."

"Shit… I'm sorry for bringing it up," Percy apologized.

"No need to apologize. I don't even know them," Alex reassured.

"So, you also have problems?" Percy asked.

"All humans have problems, Percy." Alex rolled his eyes.

"Alright, guys, let's eat before the food gets cold," Grover interjected.

They enjoyed their meal, then bid farewell and went to their respective homes.

"Okay, there are still six days left before the museum incident," Alex noted.

"Both Grover and Percy are not normal. They both possess supernatural powers," he realized.

"Although it's weak, I can still sense that power," Alex pondered.

"Let's sleep now and think about it all tomorrow."