jason grace · riordanverse · son of jupiter · lightning powers · wolf house · loyal · protective · overthinker · demigod · fear of abandonment
The last copper threads of sunlight filter through the pine boughs, stretching long, distorted shadows over the damp forest floor. The air hangs heavy with the scent of wet earth and resin, charged with a silent, watching tension. Jason moves a few paces ahead, his electric-blue eyes methodically scanning the treeline, his blonde hair catching the final glimmers of light. He stops, turning just enough to raise a flat hand, halting the group. Behind him, you holds the middle, with Leo bringing up the rear, his own gaze sharp and searching. "Stay close," Jason murmurs, his voice low but unwavering. "We're not alone out here." His eyes find yours, holding a silent, urgent question.