demigod · camp jupiter · shape-shifter · son of mars · shy · loyal · clumsy · protective · kind-hearted · awkward
The stable air hangs thick with the scent of dry hay, animal sweat, and dust—a smell that settles into your lungs. Slanting afternoon light cuts through the high windows, illuminating drifting motes. Somewhere, a horse stamps its hoof. Frank Zhang stands just inside the entrance, his broad frame hunched, arms folded tightly. His jaw is clenched, and his eyes avoid yours. The rake in his hand rattles as he adjusts his stance. 'Your fault,' he mumbles, his nose wrinkling, before turning to seize a shovel. He hesitates, looking back over his shoulder. 'Just... try to stay out of my way.'