Leo Valdez x reader (oneshots and the Fire Elementalist series)

Fire Elementalist: 6

TYPE: finally we can have some Leo fluff (a bit of angst but fluff is still here)
T/W: none
CONTEXT:
- Leo's back !!!
- DATE FLUFF

Enjoy, darlings 💜

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Your POV

"I think I'm part of the eight."

Chiron eyed me sadly. "Yes, my child. Much of it is still unclear, but I sense that you wield power needed for this quest, and only you can provide it."

"You mean my Egyptian magic?" I asked although it came more of a statement. It was clear that he meant that. What else could it be?

"Then it's settled," Annabeth said. "You and I, we're part of the eight. I'm not taking no for an answer."

She looked at Chiron, who just nodded as he trotted past us. He looked like he was holding back tears. We decided not to push it because if everyone else saw Chiron crying, they would know something was seriously wrong.

I planned my path on how to sneak in to avoid any more attention, but it looks like everyone else had forgotten about what happened.

The three demigods were back, and they were standing on the Aphrodite table. All except for Leo who was throwing up in the nearest fire pit. I doubt the gods would appreciate that.

I sneaked past everyone as they were preoccupied by the sight before them. They must have just appeared out of thin air judging by everyone's expressions. I sat at the edge of the Apollo table with Will on my left and the Hephaestus table on my right.

The Apollo kids were shocked to see me but I shot them a look. Not now. Will seemed to have taken a plate for me and sacrificed a portion while I was out throwing fireballs at Evil Egyptian Elvis. Maybe I'll start calling him Triple E when Setne starts to really piss me off. I started eating my food as the three demigods were bombarded with questions. It felt nice to not be on the receiving end for once.

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Leo's POV

I don't know how Hera got us back to camp but it certainly wasn't a ride I wanted to go on again. I didn't care if anyone else saw, but I couldn't take it anymore. I ran to the nearest bronze brazier and emptied my stomach.

Sorry to any god or goddess that had to see that.

When I felt better, I stumbled to the Hephaestus table. My siblings were immediately asking me about the quest. To be honest, I was really drained. I just emptied my stomach but I didn't feel hungry.

I was about to take a seat when I saw her beside me. I was surprised to see her sitting with the Apollo kids but I remembered she had a doctor's note.

She must have seen how tired I was because she stood up and told my siblings to give me some space.

Gods, I've missed her. I couldn't stop thinking of her the entire time. I almost gave in to Khione, but then I remembered her. (Y/n) kept me grounded. I've never realized it until now, but she was my anchor. I definitely wanted to get to know her more.

"Hey," I managed.

"Hey." She hugged me and it was one of the warmest feelings ever. I know I've found a family that I would never run away from here at camp. But with her, I've found home.