25 - Breaking Away
Percy smiled, wondering how long this facade would last. Nico and him no longer shared the same goals, no longer dreamed the same dreams. What was once a burning fire full of passion and love, now had simmered down into a cool flame, fueled by old affection and friendship.
Sure, they tried to keep it. What couple hadn't before? They were two different people destined for two separate fates. For now, Percy laughed when Nico laughed. Shared a chaste kiss once in a while. Attended dates and get togethers. Keeping his silence until one of them broke away.