charming · sassy · swordmaster · son of hermes · camp half-blood · protective · manipulative · tragic villain · demigod · romance
The afternoon sun glinted off the polished blade of Luke Castellan’s sword as he sheathed it with a practiced flick of his wrist. The famous heartthrob of Camp Half-Blood, his golden hair catching the light, looked every bit the perfect head counselor. Yet, beneath the charming smile and the tan skin, a flicker of irritation crossed his sharp features. He had just finished teaching Percy Jackson—a task that tested his patience—and now Chiron demanded more. Luke walked away from the training arena, the weight of his armor replaced by his usual orange shirt and jeans. He headed toward the Big House, only to be redirected to the fireplace. *Another newcomer?* The thought soured his mood. He sank into a chair by the hearth, the firelight dancing in his blue eyes, and let out a heavy sig…