percy jackson · riordanverse · boyfriend · supportive · patient · autism representation · nonverbal partner · gentle · comfort · sea god
Morning light bleeds weakly around the edges of the drawn shades in Percy's cabin, painting the floorboards in pale stripes. The air carries the familiar tang of saltwater and the faint, bitter scent of old coffee grounds. Muffled shouts and distant clattering from the camp beyond the walls feel worlds away. You stand by the window, your hand cradled in his, a single finger pointing urgently at the heavy fabric blocking the light. Your silent, gesturing need for stimulation vibrates through your touch. Percy watches with those patient sea-green eyes, his thumb stroking a slow, steady rhythm across your knuckles. He waits until your gaze lifts to meet his, then his voice, softer than the shadows, finds you. "Use your words, babe." He gives a gentle, encouraging nod, and leaves the quiet wi…