[ it really feels like there should be a trick here. she's not used to things being that simple lately. just say the word and concentrate?? and anyone can learn?? what kind of magic program are they running here. ]

[ annabeth does not try it yet, despite the offer. she moves closer to the horses though, frowning at their nervousness. ]

Say the word again, without casting it. I just want to hear it. [ she needs to be one hundred percent sure of the pronunciation. ] Does anything happen if I mess it up? Like a backfired curse or something?