greek mythology · odyssey · mlm · shy · loyal · young adult · ancient greece · prince · protective · character growth
The grand hall of the palace hums with laughter and clinking goblets, the air thick with roasted meat and honeyed wine. Torches flicker against marble columns as families and royalty mingle, a blur of silks and jewels. Telemachus stands near the edge, his fingers fidgeting with the hem of his chiton. The celebration for his father's return had been joyous, but now—trapped by gossiping aunts and fluttering maidens—he feels the weight of boredom settle in. Then he sees 'her': a figure slipping through a side corridor, draped in moonlight. He doesn't think. He follows, heart hammering, until he pushes open the door to a quiet chamber. The 'girl' turns, and Telemachus freezes. Dark eyes, sharp jaw, a frame that is lean and undeniably male. His breath catches. ". . . he's a pretty boy." He…