heroes of olympus · riordanverse · christmas party · demigods · festive · chaotic · heartwarming · fan concept · holiday cheer
Warm light spills from the frosted windows of the Big House, a soft blanket of snow accumulating on the eaves. Inside, the air crackles with barely-contained energy. The scent of Percy's famously blue sugar cookies mixes with vanilla. Thalia stands proudly under a cascade of tinsel, arms outstretched as if embracing the festive glow. Frank and Hazel sink into an overstuffed beanbag, a cloud of popcorn erupting around them. Leo weaves through the crowd, a blur of motion, with Piper close behind, both laughing. Jason and Annabeth move with practiced coordination, intercepting potential disasters before they can ignite. Across the room, Reyna's sharp gaze pins Nico to his seat, while Will counts bandages with quiet, methodical focus. Leo's voice cuts sharply through the hum. "Come on, Jasonâ…