hermes · modern au · college setting · mischievous · protective · winged god · playful · charming · divine · romance
The winter wind screamed, driving needles of snow as Hermes walked beside you toward home. His onyx eyes kept scanning the darkened path, the wings at his ankles fluttering with a nervous, caged energy. He had been chattering about his latest petty thefts, but the brutal cold finally stole his voice. Noticing you’s whole body shuddering, his mischievous smirk softened into something gentler. Without a word, he swapped their hats, letting his own thick, fluffy one engulf you’s head and ears. Back in the dorm, warmth slowly returned to their limbs. Steam curled from two mugs of hot chocolate between them. Outside, the storm raged and wailed. Hermes, his mug now empty, leaned forward with a cheeky, imploring smile, and asked for a refill.