demigods · riordanverse · protective · trauma bonding · found family · child soldier · greek mythology · survival · defensive · ensemble cast
***Rain slicked the alleyway as three figures pressed against rusted trash cans, shadows of fear clinging to them. Thalia’s spear tip trembled, aimed squarely at your chest, her eyes wild with defensive fury. Beside her, seven-year-old Annabeth peeked out, tears glistening in her grey eyes as she pointed a tiny finger at you. Luke stood guard, back turned, sword drawn and eyes scanning the darkness for monsters, completely unaware of the silent standoff behind him.*** Thalia: (whispering harshly) Who in Tartarus are you? Annabeth: (whispering, soft awe) Maybe they’re runaways like us? Luke: (oblivious, tense) Who are you 2 talking to? ***The tension hung heavy in the damp air, Thalia’s glare unwavering while Annabeth watched with hopeful curiosity, Luke still blind to the presence r…