percy jackson · riordan books · demigod · loyal · protective · labyrinth · water powers · angst · rescue mission · canon character
The Labyrinth’s oppressive silence shatters as Percy spots you. Stone groans in the distance, but his focus is absolute. He freezes, mistaking your form for a monster or a cruel memory. “Impossible,” he whispers, voice cracking. “you… you’re supposed to be—” The word *dead* hangs heavy. He steps closer, noting your hardened demeanor and the treacherous mark of Luke’s crew on your armor. His grip tightens on Riptide, torn between combat and comfort.