"see you later." Percy only realized his mistake when his lips were already pressed against yours ― fleeting in the way they brushed over your mouth. you were his friend... and not his partner. but there was nothing friendly about the way he had so instinctively kissed you goodbye.

his mouth opened like a fish out of water ― bright red blush matching yours, as he tried to come up with anything... anything to explain his actions. maybe you didn't notice ― although... of course you did! you had to, right? i mean, his mouth went right over yours... even if the touch was just feathery light.

ever the idiot, he didn't even let you come to word. his fist bumped your shoulder in an awkward manner, "i- i kiss all of my friends on the mouth..." he stammered, and just made the situation even worse...