This is my newest multi chapter fanfiction. I know I still haven't finished I liked you before so why'd you change, and I've only just started Di Angelo, but I had to write this down and get it published before someone else did.

This is a different view on Thalico, so I hope you enjoy it.

WARNING – May contain T rated chapters in the future. You've been warned!

'Nico!' I shouted, running across the dining pavilion. Of course, everyone turned to stare at me, as I tried to get passed all of the tables. At the Hades table Nico looked up, and his lips twitched slightly as he spotted me. He just managed to stand up in time, as I jumped onto him and threw my arms around his neck, squeezing him tightly. He stumbled backwards slightly but I soon felt his arms wrap around my waist. I knew he was embarrassed, hugging me in front of the whole camp, but I did love to embarrass him. And vice versa. It's always been like that, since we became friends.

As I clung to him, breathing in the familiar smell, I began to think back to when we actually became friends. It was years ago. About a year after we'd found him. Of course, he eventually had to forgive Percy, and accept the fact Bianca was gone. And as Nico knew no-one else in camp, he and Percy eventually became friends. Well sort of. Nico wasn't the most social person at the best of times. But, whenever I visited camp he hung out with Percy, Annabeth and I. But, that was years ago, when I'd first joined the hunters. It seemed like a million summers ago. Annabeth and Percy had left for college a while back, as well as Clarisse, Travis and Katie.

So, Nico and I had hung out together on my visits, and soon enough we became close friends. Of course, if Annabeth had been there I probably wouldn't have jumped on him. But, I was still a little shaken up after the battle, and I desperately needed to see a familiar face, even if it was Nico's. I would like to have seen Jason, as we hadn't spent much time together. But, he was away on a quest. I was happy enough to see Nico though, I was getting lonely on the hunt, with Bianca and Zoe were both gone. And I was sure the new recruits didn't like me being the lieutenant.

Finally coming back to earth I released Nico suddenly, and jumped back a few steps.

'Sorry.' I smiled. 'It's good to see you, it's been so long.'

I looked him up and down. Taking in his black cargo trousers, his black scuffed converse, and his loose grey t shirt. His raven coloured hair was falling into his eyes, and his skin seemed paler that usual.

He chuckled lightly, and I realised he must have noticed my 'Death to Barbie's t-shirt. But, as he opened his mouth to respond he was interrupted by a loud cough.

We both turned to see Lady Artemis, standing behind me, with the rest of the hunters. I immediately noticed the look she was giving to me, and sidestepped away from Nico. I'd forgotten Artemis was with us, and I'd also forgotten that I was in charge of the rest of the hunters for the week. I'd just been so excited to finally come back to camp, that my responsibilities had slipped my mind.

Then, the goddess turned to face Chiron, who bowed in respect.

'Chiron, I trust it is fine for my hunters to stay at camp for the week? As we arranged, in advance.' She asked, formally. I'd always found it odd that she stayed in the form of a twelve year old. It sounded ridiculous when she came out with long words, and she looked like a child. But, of course she was my guardian and I respected her greatly.

'Of course Lady Artemis.' Chiron nodded, from his wheelchair. 'We welcome the young ladies with open arms.'

I could practically feel the glares the campers were giving us. They hated the hunters coming to stay, and vice versa. I think I was the only hunter who was actually anticipating the coming week. The others had complained for weeks before the visit and all the way to camp in Apollo's bus. This needless to say made me feel extremely sick, as I still hadn't gotten over my fear of heights.

The goddess nodded curtly. She then turned to face me, looking as expressionless as ever. 'Lieutenant Thalia, you are to mentor the girls, until my return.'

'Of course, my Lady.' I nodded. 'It will be both an honour and a pleasure.'

Nico sniggered beside me, obviously amused at my formal response. So, I elbowed him in the ribs, but Lady Artemis chose to ignore him.

'I hope you will not be side tracked, during this week.' She said, in a somewhat sarcastic tone. Before glancing at Nico, and then looking into my eyes. After a few moments, she continued. 'Nevertheless, enjoy you stay here.'

With that, she turned on her heel and without warning, disappeared in a flash of blinding light. Everyone on the pavilion shielded their eyes, ensuring they did not see the goddess's true form.

After an awkward silence of about a minute, the conversation between the campers began again. And soon enough, it was just a mess of voices all shouting to be heard, as campers from different cabins yelled to each other.

I glanced over to the Zeus table, half expecting to see Jason. But, I then remembered he had gone to find a possible half-blood, with Leo and Piper. I chuckled as I thought of how Leo had tried to flirt with me, on my last visit. But, I'd ended up shocking him within ten minutes. Needless to say he didn't bother me for the rest of the week.

I moved towards the hunters, mentally rolling my eyes. These recruits were inexperienced and big headed. They seemed to want to flaunt the fact that they were immortal, rather than appreciate it. I secretly thought that half of them would end up quitting because of boys. But my thoughts were interrupted, as I was about to leave the pavilion, when Nico grabbed my arm.

'Where are you going?' He asked.

'To the Artemis' cabin.' I replied. 'I'm in charge of the girls.'

I watched Nico try to suppress and smirk. 'Oh, I'm sorry I didn't realise you were they're mother.'

I elbowed him roughly in the ribs. 'Like I said, I'm in charge.'

Nico merely tugged my arm, and pulled me away.

'They'll be fine.' He said reassuringly.

Shrugging, I followed Nico over to his table and sat down beside him. Realising the girls were still huddled together in the corner, I'd drawn yet more attention to myself.

'Girls!' I yelled. 'Just sit down at that table, and order whatever you want.' I pointed to the empty table reserved for the huntresses, and the plopped down opposite Nico. A lot of the campers stared at us in confusion. You were only supposed to sit at your parents table. We were disobeying the rules, but Chiron had already disappeared. So, we just ignored everyone, and talked through dinner.

'So, you've got a week here?' Nico asked, as we strolled to the lake.

'It looks like it.' I grinned, looking at the Strawberry fields in the distance. 'I desperately need a break.'

Nico chuckled.

We sat down on the edge of the lake, our feet in the cool blue water. I kicked my legs back and forth gently, causing small ripples. The cool autumn sun wasn't warming the water enough to swim in the lake. So, it was fairly quiet. Only a few of the older campers were dotted around, trying to soak up the last of the sun.

I suddenly felt tears on my cheeks. I wiped my hand across my eyes, trying to stop the tears, but my hand was covered in eyeliner when I checked it.

'Thals, what's wrong?' Nico asked, as he looked at my blackened cheeks.

I turned away, and wiped my eyes in my top, mumbling 'I'm fine.'

I think he understood, and wordlessly he pulled me to my feet. We wandered back to his cabin, and Nico invited me in. I knew I shouldn't have accepted, but I did. I didn't care that I was a hunter, all alone with a boy. I just thought of myself as a normal teenager, needing a friend. And a familiar face.

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