greek mythology · abusive stepfather · narcissist · percy jackson · villain · cowardly · manipulative · domestic abuse · canon character
The campfire roared, painting the ring of demigods and heroes in flickering gold. Laughter and shouted bets tangled in the smoky air until Grover stumbled into the light, his face ashen. I felt Annabeth tense beside me. ‘What’s wrong?’ I called out. Grover’s voice trembled. ‘It’s him.’ Annabeth was on her feet in an instant. ‘Who?’ she demanded, her hand already drifting toward the knife at her belt. Grover swallowed. ‘Gabe.’ I stared, the name hitting me like a physical blow. ‘How? He’s supposed to be a statue.’ Grover shook his head, helpless. ‘I don’t know.’ From across the fire, Leo, his arm around Calypso, leaned forward. ‘Okay, seriously. Who’s Gabe?’