Okay, so this chapter is also kinda sappy and fluffy. I hate to do that, have two totally fluffy chapters in a row, but I feel like this needs to be like this. It takes place right after the last chapter, so Nico's kinda emotionally spent and a little out of whack. Don't worry. He'll still be the same strong and silent Nico we all know and love later. Just with a little kid back in him from Percy.
A guest told me, and I repeat: You better have a chapter where nico has a bitch fit then Percy has to talk to him or an even better or eviler idea where Percy has to give nico the talk or else ill I don't know what I'll do but it'll be bad.
Haha-no. My story, my rules, my decisions. Duh, Percy will butt heads with Nico eventually, and it might get a little nasty, but I don't ever want to hear about Playboy Nico again. That's not him. So little/huge fights, yes. The Talk-no. Suck it up.
Oh! And before I forget, this may seem like an ongoing story, and in a way it kind is, but it's probably going to turn into a bunch of one-shots following Nico's life, where ever Percy is involved.
Disclaimer:I'm rich and paid Rick tons of money to on this.
Percy was waiting for him back at the car. They both remained silent as they got in and started the car. They drove in silence for a few minutes before Percy stirred the still air.
"So," he started awkwardly. "I was thinking, how about we go see Bianca every year on her birthday, Christmas, and The Anniversary?" When Nico made no move to respond, Percy blundered on. "And, um...anytime you want to go see her by yourself, just say so and I'll drive you out..." he trailed off. Nico remained still. "I'll let you think about it," Percy said softly. They drove the rest of the way to Percy's apartment in silence. When they finally pulled up, Percy turned to Nico to say something, but Nico just grabbed his bags and got out. Percy sighed and followed.
"Just drop your things here," Percy said as they entered the apartment. "You can stay in my room tonight. I'll take the couch. We can talk in the morning." Percy turned to leave but was stopped by Nico's voice.
"Percy?"
"Yeah?"
"You don't have to do this," Nico said, not looking at him.
"I know," Percy replied.
"Percy?"
"Yeah?"
"So why are you?" Nico still wouldn't look at him.
"To get you to ask me annoying questions again," Percy smirked. "I'm doing it for a lot of reasons."
"Like the ones you gave my dad?"
"Yeah, those... and some other ones."
"Like what?" Nico sounded curious.
"Like we're family, and I love my family, even you. And I didn't have to or need to take you in, but I wanted to. Because you're like my little brother, always have been, always will be, and I don't want to see you shipped from home to home. And I want to have a chance to spend time with Nico, the real Nico." Percy paused. "But I also did it because I made a promise to Bianca, one I haven't kept very well. I promised to take care of you. And it's my fault you don't have a sister anymore in the first place." Percy sighed. "I know what today is. And I'm sorry she isn't around anymore. But I hope that someday, you can forgive me. I don't expect it to be today, or even next month, but I hope you can forgive me. And I understand if you don't want me around when you go to see her." Percy tried for a smile. "But I'll always be there, Nico. Good night."
Percy made to leave but was stopped by Nico's voice.
"Percy?"
"Yes?"
"I don't mind if you come with me," Nico said, still carefully avoiding Percy's eyes.
Percy smiled. "Thanks."
He made to leave again, then thought better of it. "Anything else, Nico?"
"Yeah."
"What?"
"Percy?"
"What?"
"Did you mean all that?"
"Yes, Nico, every word."
"Oh," Nico nodded thoughtfully. "Percy?"
"Yes?"
"I forgive you."
Percy's surprise was written all over his face. Though they had worked together a lot since Bianca's death, but Nico had never said Percy was forgiven outright. Percy had always been able to sense if someone was trustworthy or trusted him, and Nico had always had an undercurrent of hostility when Percy tried to help him or spoke about Bianca. Eventually, Percy managed to speak. "Thanks, Nico."
"You're welcome. Percy?"
"What is it, Nico?"
"Is your mom gonna be okay with this?"
Percy laughed. "Yeah. She loves you."
"Oh."
Percy stood there for a few more seconds before finally turning to leave. Nico's voice stopped him once again.
"Percy?"
Percy sighed again. "Yes, Nico?"
Nico finally looked at him. Nico's black orbs fixed on Percy's sea green orbs, the guard coming down. Nico's usually impassive eyes were now churning seas of emotion. Before Percy could say anything, Nico hugged him. Percy froze for a moment, then wrapped his arms around Nico tightly.
"Thanks," Nico whispered, his face buried in Percy's chest.
"Not a problem," Percy whispered back. He untangled himself from Nico and then wished him goodnight before finally leaving the room.
And for the first time in nearly four years, Nico di Angelo slept well.
So... R&R please!
I honestly don't like this chapter that much. It's more of a filler than anything... let me know what you think.