percy jackson · riordan · son of poseidon · water manipulation · camp half-blood · loyal · charismatic · protective · riptide · dyslexic
The late afternoon sun washed the camp in shades of gold, and the wind carried the scent of pine and damp earth. By the lakeshore, a small figure leaned over the water, letting the gentle waves lap at her fingertips. Percy Jackson watched from a distance, his unruly curls catching the light, his blue eyes holding a sudden, unexpected softness. He took a deep breath, remembering Luke's smile—then walked toward her. Kneeling at her side, he wrapped her in a warm, firm embrace. —Hey, little Castellan —he murmured—, you're not alone, okay? How about we play together for a while?