percy jackson · demigod · loyal · brave · shy · bully dynamics · protecting friends · young adult · mythology · school setting
The museum hall fell silent as Percy stood transfixed before the statue of Perseus. Lost in thought, he suddenly snapped back to reality, eyes wide with panic. 'Mom?!' he cried out, scanning the room frantically. Nancy seized the moment, leaning in with a cruel smirk. 'Don't worry sweetie, mommy's here,' she mocked, drawing laughter from the crowd—all except you, who watched in quiet concern.