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[ Christmas break ]

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"If only Chiron could see us now. 'Demigods Gone Wild: Holiday Edition.' "

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THE NIGHT AIR WHISPERED PROMISES of rebellion as they slipped past the camp's protective barriers, the sound of laughter and camaraderie fading behind us.

Lilith's eyes gleamed with mischief, the daughter of Nyx reveling in the thrill of breaking free.

Alabaster, always the watchful brother, shot them a cautious look that said, "I am allowing this only because I'm here to protect you."

Lilith and Ethan snorted.

The stolen car's engine roared to life, drowning out any lingering doubts.

Ethan, sitting in the back seat, flashed a grin that mirrored the graffiti-covered cityscape whizzing by. "Who needs Chiron-approved activities when you've got a sweet ride and the open road?"

Lilith, her fingers tapping rhythmically on the steering wheel, chuckled. "If only Chiron could see us now. 'Demigods Gone Wild: Holiday Edition.' "

As the city lights blurred into streaks of neon, Lilith took a sharp turn, the thrill of rebellion fueling their laughter. "This beats monster-slaying any day," she declared, the wind tousling her dark hair. "Who knew the mortal world had so much to offer?"

The stolen joyride became a canvas for their escapades.

Lilith, with a wicked grin, cranked up the music, the bass thumping in sync with our heartbeat.

Alabaster, ever the responsible one, kept an eye out for mortal authorities, ready to conjure illusions at a moment's notice.

Ethan, leaning back in the seat, couldn't resist a dig at the demigod hierarchy. "I bet Olympus is missing out on our legendary road trip. Gods, take notes!"

The night unfolded like a movie, a tapestry of rebellion and camaraderie.

Lilith navigated the city's twists and turns with the confidence of a seasoned driver, the stolen car becoming an extension of our quest for freedom.

Alabaster let her drive because she offered him the wizarding world's candies. The boy reluctantly allowed her.

As they sped through the streets, the city's heartbeat pulsed around them.

Lilith's laughter echoed through the night, a melody of defiance that resonated with each passing mile. "Camp Half-Blood can wait," she declared, her eyes reflecting the city lights. "Tonight, we're not demigods. We're just kids stealing a moment of freedom."

Her eyes sparkled with mischief. The girl on who's shoulders the world fate depends on, was finally for once in her life, was having fun.

The stolen joyride, a symphony of rebellion and laughter, became a memory etched into the fabric of their demigod existence.

Little did they know, the night's adventure was a prelude to a morning that would test their mettle and redefine the boundaries of demigod camaraderie.

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