[ annabeth feels herself give a small smile when she meets piper's eyes. because while she knows it isn't the other girl's favorite place to be, under the eyes of so many, she's just happy to see her. did that end up meaning she's pulling her into this current mess? yes. will annabeth apologize later? maybe. ]

You would know if we were threatening you. [ she states, calmly but with a level of something much more threatening underneath. don't worry, mari. she won't be subtle if she's threatening you.

she looks back over the small crowd, and then to mari. ] We are, however, trying to make sure you don't find yourself in a situation you'll regret. Retaliation is just going to lead to more retaliation. Are you prepared for that?