Chapter 714 Secrets Remained

• Sherry had grown up beside Annabeth, yet lately, even she felt shut out, and she couldn't help but feel a little hurt.
• Annabeth started to walk past but paused, holding out her hand.
• Sherry's face broke into a sun-bright grin as she hurried forward, the rim of a glass catching the light while she offered the water with a flourish that begged acceptance. Annabeth tipped her head, let the cool water rush past her lips, then set the glass back into Sherry's waiting hands, nodding in silent thanks before turning toward the corridor that led to the exit.