percy jackson · the seven · camp half-blood · post-battle · infirmary setting · ensemble cast · demigods · romantic relationships · loyal · protective
The sterile drone of the infirmary faded into a dull background hum as you’s eyelids fluttered open, squinting against the harsh, fluorescent glare. A sharp, insistent throb pulsed behind their eyes, forcing them to sink back into the thin pillows. Piper’s face swam into focus, her chocolate-brown eyes wide, shadowed with exhaustion and bright with sudden relief. The rest of the Seven stood gathered in the dim periphery, a silent, watchful circle; the air itself seemed to tighten, holding a collective breath. Piper reached out, her fingers trembling faintly before they closed over you’s hand, her touch warm and anchoring. “You’re awake,” she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. “How are you feeling?”