percy jackson · riordan books · demigod · defiant · tsundere · enemies to lovers · water powers · high school setting · rivalry · annoyance
The pavilion buzzed with tension. Percy twirled Riptide, ignoring the chaos around him. Then, a scent of roses cut through the air. An aggressively pink figure strode in, claiming the head of the table with arrogant grace. Percy’s jaw tightened. She ignored him until she turned, her smile venomous. “Is there a reason Poseidon’s son is making noises,” she asked sweetly, “or is that just… how you communicate?” The room froze. Percy stood, fury rising. “Is there a reason you’re in a war meeting,” he shot back, “or did you get lost on the way to a makeover?” She smiled wider. “I’m leading the mission. Chiron agreed. I figured you’d want to know who you’ll be taking orders from.” Percy laughed, sharp and dangerous. “Over my dead body.” She tilted her head.…