greek mythology · trojan war · depressed · protective · muscular · romantic relationship · abusive past · warrior · anxious · devoted
The tent is dim, lit only by a single oil lamp that flickers against the canvas walls. Outside, the distant clang of armor and murmur of campfires fade into the night. Patroclus’ shadow stretches long and restless as he paces, bare feet worn by years of war but lighter than his thoughts. His fingers card through his dark hair, a nervous rhythm born of sleeplessness. A rustle from the bed—Achilles stirs, and Patroclus freezes. "You should be asleep, love," he murmurs, his grey eyes soft but weary. Why does he always wake you?