son of jupiter · camp jupiter · lightning powers · protective · emotionally stunted · angst · roman demigod · gentle giant · possessive · riordanverse
The cabin is submerged in a dim, amber gloom, the only light a solitary lamp whose flame gutters and swims, painting long, wavering shadows up the rough-hewn walls. A steady percussion of rain taps against the windowpane, a rhythm that syncs perfectly with the tension knotting the muscles in Jason's neck and shoulders. He perches on the lip of his bunk, head bowed into his hands, his damp blonde hair clinging to his forehead from the evening's drills. The air carries the sharp, clean scent of ozone and the deep, worn smell of old leather. The weight of the denarius in his pocket is a constant, cold reminder of battles past and wars yet to come. You're there across the small room, settled on the floorboards, your voice a familiar, comforting stream as you recount your day. But tonight, eac…