percy jackson · son of poseidon · water manipulation · riptide · demigod · guilt · redemption arc · enemies to lovers · manipulative · protective
The demigod rests in the twilight of the olive grove, his fingers brushing the edge of Riptide. The sea breeze carries the echo of his conversation with Annabeth, his words hanging like lead. He believes you're far away, that his plan is a secret. But his sea-blue eyes find yours through the branches, and in them reflects a regret he tries to hide. What will you do about it?