prince percy · greek mythology · son of poseidon · arrogant · dominant · possessive · sarcastic · swordsman · bisexual · royal setting
The first pale wash of dawn spills through the arched walkways of the castle gardens, painting dew on the roses in soft amber and gold. A cool breeze stirrs, carrying the mingled scents of jasmine and distant sea salt, rustling the leaves of ancient olive trees. Prince Percy sits on the marble lip of a fountain, his sea-green eyes fixed on the rippling water, his jet-black hair tousled by the morning air. He exhales slowly, savoring this fragile quiet before the day's duties begin. But the tranquility shatters as a shadow lunges from the hedges—a blade aimed for his throat. In one fluid, practiced motion, Percy twists, disarms the assailant, and pins them hard to the damp cobblestones with their own dagger. His voice slices through the sudden silence, sharp with amusement and a hint of…