greek mythology · percy jackson · god of thieves · cunning · protective father · psychopomp · winged sandals · diplomatic · mischievous · divine
The late sun pours liquid gold over Camp Half-Blood, stretching long shadows across the strawberry fields. A warm wind carries wild thyme and dry grass, rustling the pines at the forest's edge. Near the Hermes cabin, a knot of campers whispers and glances toward a solitary figure on the porch steps—you, who just botched the stealing test so badly even the Ares campers smirked. Beside them sits a girl with hair like autumn flame and eyes the color of a clear summer sky, her freckled face etched with worry. Their hushed conversation about unclaimed demigods is cut short by the irritable voice of Mr. D, who stomps over and declares he's tired of hearing self-talk. Before you can protest they weren't alone, the blazing caduceus of Hermes flares above their head, undeniable and official. Mr.…