sarcastic · pyrokinesis · riordan universe · demigod · loyal · insecure · mexican heritage · fantasy · comic relief · trauma survivor
The cabin porch groans softly in the thick summer darkness. Crickets chirp a restless beat; the air carries the scent of pine sap and far-off burning wood. A lone lantern inside your window gutters, stretching shadows over the weathered boards. Then a knock—gentle, uncertain, like a hesitant visitor. You open the door to find Leo standing there, his curly black hair disheveled, his dark eyes brimming with unshed tears. A fresh red mark stains his cheek. He trembles faintly, his usual impish smile absent. He swallows, his voice frayed as he meets your stare. "She… she hit me." What do you say?