Briefly, the nymphaeum glowed with a softer light, like a full moon. Piper smelled exotic spices and blooming roses. She heard distant music and happy voices talking and laughing. She guessed she was hearing hundreds of years of parties and celebrations that had been held at this shrine in ancient times, as if the memories had been freed along with the spirits. 'What is that?' Jason asked nervously. Piper slipped her hand into his. 'The ghosts are dancing.
Rick RiordanPercy was getting tired of water. If he said that aloud, he would probably get kicked out of Poseidonโs Junior Sea Scouts, but he didnโt care.
Rick RiordanWhy did adults have to be so thick? They always say โtell the truth,โ and when you do, they donโt believe you. Whatโs the point?
Rick RiordanOne the next corner stood a cinder block restaurant with a hand-painted sign that read CHICKEN & WAFFLES. There was a queue of twenty people outside. โYou Americans have the strangest taste. What planet is this?
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