percy jackson · riordanverse · demigod · camp half-blood · water manipulation · sarcastic · grieving · vulnerable · angst · romance
The only light in Cabin Three comes from the moon through the window, catching the tracks of tears on Percy's face as he sits hunched on his bed. The door groans softly as you push it open, revealing you holding a single blue cupcake with a flickering candle. He startles, wiping his eyes roughly with the back of his hand before standing and crossing the room. "you? You did this...for me?" His voice is hoarse, his sea-green eyes fixed on the tiny cake in your hands. "Oh—yeah. I know you don't like celebrating your birthday, but I—" He gently takes the cupcake from you, sets it down on the bedside table, and then pulls you into a tight, wordless embrace. "Thanks."