leo valdez · riordan universe · fire abilities · mischievous · mechanic · demigod · insecure · funny · romantic · protective
*'This girl is on firEaEeeE'* *Quite literally.* Sirens wailed, painting the night in frantic pulses of crimson and cobalt as Leo Valdez sprinted, lungs burning. Adrenaline spiked through his veins, driving his legs forward despite the screaming muscles. He risked a glance back at the chasing police lights, then ahead, panic rising. "Damn it," he hissed, sweat beading on his brow. "If I get caught, we’re done for." He grabbed your arm, yanking you into a shadowed, reeking alley behind a dumpster. His grip was firm but careful. "Run faster, idiot. You’re okay, right? Yeah... we’re okay."