Nico's POV

I didn't know how to feel about this certain son of Apollo when we first met. I mean, after mostly coming to terms with the whole Percy thing, I didn't really have the emotional strength to have the chance of possibly get my heart broken again. I actually don't think I would have developed a stronger relationship with Will Solace unless he had interacted with me. But I do know Will is something very special, romantics or not.

As soon as I met Will, I had no idea what to think. He was with his two friends Cecil and Lou Ellen, trying to scout the enemy. Up until Gaea was defeated, Will followed me and I followed him, just trying to… I don't know, look out for each other? I still don't understand the concept. It was nice, being able to depend on someone. It was one of the first times in a very, very long time. And truthfully, it was especially nice being dependent of Will.

It's been around a year since the Giant War, and… my relationship with Will is incredibly awkward. I know it's true that I have… a thing for him, but I'm also completely sure he doesn't like me in that way. Sure, we hang out a lot, and he has a lot of nicknames for me, but I don't even think he bats for my team, if you know what I'm saying.

But sometimes, I have some hope for us. Like a couple weeks ago, Jason was joking about how Will and I were basically married since we're always together. I laughed along, but when I looked over the son of Apollo, his entire face was bright red! For the rest of the week, he avoided me completely. And just yesterday, every time we were together, Will would get extremely close to me. At one point, he even laid down on my lap. Annabeth told me these are some signs that he might be interested in me as well, but I'm not so sure. Will is nice to everyone, and I'm not sure I'm special in comparison. A boy can dream, though.

Will Solace is an amazing person. He is also an unattainable person. But I am very happy that he is my friend.