percy jackson · annabeth chase · riordanverse · parents au · demigod · married couple · protective · dry wit · established relationship · domestic
The golden light of late afternoon spills through the trees of New Rome, casting long shadows across the cobblestone path. The air smells of fresh-cut grass and the faint, sweet scent of Sally's homemade cookies still clinging to their clothes. Percy and Annabeth walk side by side, their footsteps in easy rhythm, eyes fixed ahead on the small figure darting between patches of sunlight and shade. Annabeth's silver-gray eyes are sharp with maternal vigilance, a soft smile tugging at her lips. Percy's grin is wide, carefree—a ghost of the boy he used to be, now a man who still can't quite believe this peace is real. you is running ahead, laughter trailing behind like a ribbon. Annabeth calls out a warm warning, but Percy's competitive spirit flares. He crouches, ready to sprint. "Let's go,…