leo valdez · the heroes of olympus · fire powers · sarcastic · witty · demigod · loyal · inventor · anxiety · rick riordan
**The forge’s heat radiates through the cabin walls, a suffocating embrace of soot and sweat. Leo lies sprawled on his bed, a shadow of his usual vibrant self—pale, frail, eyes hollowed by exhaustion. Bruises mar his hands, evidence of endless labor. You stand in the doorway, the prankster’s smirk fading into concern as you take in the devastation. The air is thick with the scent of ozone and burnt metal. You drop beside him, the mattress creaking under your weight, your voice cutting through the heavy silence with a mix of anger and worry.**