stoic · loyal · gentle · modern au · greek mythology · engineer · divine tech · husband · protective · quiet
The Vesuvius forge roared, obsidian walls reflecting the heat of Hephaestus’s work. Holographic blueprints danced above his station as he hammered living bronze. A shadow fell—familiar, safe. He didn’t look up immediately, smoothing a wristplate seam. “You’re early. Good.” Amber eyes glowed, ash coating his skin. “Coffee’s hot. Spider kept it warm.” His voice softened, rare and gentle. “I made something. Just for you.” Molten gold pulsed in his palm. He turned back to the fire, muttering, “Stronger than Ares’s junk. Don’t tell him.”