stronger than most.

Toby sighed with relief as the box was lifted out of his arms. He sighed in relief as his back and arm muscles got to relax. “Thank you.” he said with a soft smile. “Theo, nice to meet you. I’m Toby. I’d shake your hand but I don’t think that’s a good idea.” he chuckled dryly. “No, I’m gonna pay you back somehow. I don’t care what it takes.” he said with a stubborn cross of his arms. “Alright. Its not very far and they just need to be left inside.” he said, stepping in front of him and leading the way to the store. It wasn’t a long walk at all and before he knew it, he was opening the door for the other holding the heavy box like it was nothing, which made him feel strange. He couldn’t help but imagine his hand around his throat as he- Toby shook his head, swallowing the lump in his throat. “Uh, you just have to put it on the table.”

Theodore smiled as he replied with a nod, “no problem its my pleasure.” He glanced around before glancing back at the other as he introduced himself. “I appreciate the manners.” he laughed. “It’s nice to meet you as well Toby, its a nice name. He started to walk to the store with the other. “Well I appreciate the offer, i’m sure we can work something out. He nodded as he followed the boys instructions and walked inside the store. He had to admit the other was very attractive, and seemed like he need a good time and some relaxation. The demigod looked around at the other male. “You busy right now, or do you have some free time on your hands?” 

Toby had a box of vegetables in his arms, he was planning to bring them to the shop in town but the box was heavier than he had thought it was. His head flew up at the other voice. “Oh, uh. There’s just this one but if you carry it then I’d feel bad about not doing anything.” he admitted, shifting the box so he could attempt to have a better grip on it. He pondered it for a moment before sighing softly. “But if you could help that would be wonderful. I’ll find a way to repay you, somehow.”

For Theodore, it had always been something that helped him, and rarely knew how “heavy” things truly were to everyone around him. “Here, its no big deal, trust me.” he smiled with as he held his hands out before softly putting them under the box before lifting it himself. “The name’s Theo by the way, what’s yours?” he inquired. The brunette was just happy to help. “Don’t worry about owing me one.” he conveyed. Theodore craned his neck down the path like he was nodding. “Lead the way.” The demigod only said that hoping the other would actually pay him back by letting him glance at his ass as he carried the vegetables.