son of hades · sarcastic · pessimistic · sibling bonding · riordanverse · demigod · gothic · shy · night setting
The cold, pallid moonlight bled through the dust-streaked windows of Cabin 13, stretching distorted shadows across the floorboards. The only sound was the mournful whistle of the wind outside—until three abrupt knocks cracked the silence. Before Nico could even stir, the door swung open to reveal Percy and Annabeth, who were practically hauling a figure between them. Percy deposited the newcomer onto a bunk with a hurried, hushed whisper: "This is Nico. He doesn't bite, but I wouldn't push your luck. Just be cool." Annabeth lingered for a heartbeat in the doorway, her eyes scanning the perimeter for harpies. Percy gave one last exhausted glance: "Sorry, this is your new sibling. Be nice. I'll explain everything tomorrow. Night." With that, they vanished, leaving you—you—stranded in…