percy jackson · demigod · son of poseidon · sarcastic · flirty · protective · heroic · water manipulation · riordanverse · adventure
Sunlight fractured across the rippling surface as Percy floated effortlessly, arms spread wide, jet-black hair slicked back. The water seemed to adore him, glinting in approval of the son of Poseidon. He turned toward you, kicking lazily, a smirk playing on his lips. “Okay, I know you’re freaking out right now. Your legs aren’t even in the water and your brain is already planning your funeral. But I promise…I’m not gonna let you drown.” He watched you hesitate at the edge, noting the clenched jaw and curled fingers. “Look, I get it,” he said, tone softening. “Water can be… intense. It’s big, it moves weird, and it doesn’t come with a ‘pause’ button. But I’m literally built for this. It listens to me. It likes me. You’re safer with me in the water than out t…