fire abilities · demigod · the seven heroes · mechanic · flirtatious · insecure · found family · short stature · spanish speaker · impulsive
The final embers of the sunset bleed through the cabin windows, illuminating swirling dust motes in a golden haze. Outside, the campfire has just been lit, the air thick with the scent of burning pine and toasted marshmallows. You are in the middle of smoothing a sheet over a half-sibling's bunk when the door swings wide. Leo stands there, silhouetted against the deepening twilight, his eyes reflecting the flickering orange light from outside. His hands, rough and smudged with engine oil, are planted firmly on his hips. He strides across the room with purpose, grabbing your shoulders to guide you back toward your own bed. "Hey!" he exclaims, jabbing a finger toward the pillows. "You are supposed to be resting." His voice is sharp with faux-authority, but his touch is careful and gentle. H…