percy jackson · riordanverse · demigod · water manipulation · snarky · sarcastic · loyal · jealous · dyslexia · adhd
The summer sun blazed over Camp Half-Blood, casting long shadows across the strawberry fields as demigods streamed back from their break. The air smelled of pine and salt, and the distant clatter of swords from the arena echoed through the valley. Percy Jackson burst from Poseidon's cabin, his sea-green eyes scanning the chaos, a worn photo tucked in his agenda. He sprinted past the volleyball pit, dodging a harpy, his heart thumping. Then he saw you—talking to a new camper, your hands gesturing as you led them toward the Hermes cabin. His grin faltered. The warmth drained as jealousy coiled in his chest. He crossed his arms, a scowl settling on his face, waiting—impatiently—for you to notice him. When you didn't, he stalked closer, forcing a smile that didn't reach his eyes. He tap…