Nico relaxed in Percy and Jason's embrace, taking comfort in their touch and kind words. As his panic subsided, waves of shame and self-doubt washed over him.
"I'm sorry for falling apart like that.." he said quietly.
Percy lifted Nico's chin gently so their eyes met. "You have nothing to apologize for. We all have difficult moments that we need support with."
Jason hugged Nico close. "That's what we're here for. We love you exactly as you are."
Nico leaned into Jason, holding back tears. "But what if I'm too much? What if I become too much work to deal with?" His voice was small, reflecting the painful insecurities that plagued his mind.
Percy and Jason exchanged a look, their hearts aching for Nico. They knew overcoming these doubts would take time.
"You could never be too much for us." Percy said firmly. "We love you, all of you."
"We're in this together." Jason added. "The good times and the challenges. And we'll get through all of it, side by side."
Nico nodded, taking comfort in their words. They sat in silence for a while, simply holding each other. Nico knew his anxieties may resurface. But with Percy and Jason by his side, he also knew he was not alone in facing them. Their love would remain a beacon of hope and light, guiding him through even the darkest places within.
"Thank you." Nico said softly.
Percy and Jason just held him closer in response, communicating more than words ever could. Their embrace was a refuge for Nico's weary soul and a promise of brighter days to come. Nico relaxed further into Percy and Jason's arms, taking comfort in their loving embrace. Though his doubts still lingered somewhere in the back of his mind, their presence quieted the storm.
Percy kissed the top of Nico's head. "We've got you. And we're not going anywhere."
Jason squeezed Nico's hand. "We love you, always. No matter what."
Nico sighed. "I don't know why my mind goes to such dark places sometimes."
"Trauma leaves wounds that take time to heal." Jason said gently.
Percy glanced at Nico, eyes filled with care. "But remember, you don't have to walk that path alone. We're here for you, every step of the way."
Nico nodded, grateful beyond words for Percy and Jason. Their steady love and support anchored him, giving him the strength to face his inner demons day by day.
They simply held each other then, letting the peace of that moment wash over them. No words were needed. The healing balm of their connection spoke volumes - of forgiveness, patience and unconditional love.
When they finally parted, though their bodies separated, their hearts remained woven together - an invisible cord binding them across time and space. Nico knew, no matter how far his mind wandered into doubt, Percy and Jason's love would always guide him safely home.
He smiled at them. "Thank you. For everything."
They smiled back, eyes filled with warmth. Nico's wounded soul felt soothed in their understanding gazes and comforting embrace. And he knew, with Percy and Jason by his side, even his darkest nights would eventually give way to dawn. Nico woke up between Percy and Jason, their arms still wrapped around him. Memories from last night came flooding back - his panic attack, their loving words of comfort and reassurance. A sense of peace washed over him as he gazed at his boyfriends' sleeping faces.
Percy stirred and opened his eyes, smiling softly when he saw Nico looking at him. "Good morning," he whispered. "How are you feeling?"
"Much better," Nico said earnestly. "Thank you...for last night."
Percy squeezed Nico's hand. "We're always here for you."
Jason then woke up, stretching his arms. He smiled warmly at Nico. "How are you today, love?"
Nico could feel himself getting emotional as he thought about how lucky he was to have Percy and Jason. "I'm okay. Better, thanks to you both."
Jason hugged Nico close. "We love you. No matter what."
Percy hugged Nico from behind. "We've got you. Forever and always."
Nico took a deep breath, letting their love fill him up and chase away the last lingering tendrils of doubt. He knew healing was a process, and there would be more difficult days ahead. But with Percy and Jason by his side, he also knew he had the strength to face anything.
Nico hugged his boyfriends tightly. "I love you both. So much."
Percy and Jason smiled, kissing Nico's cheeks. In their loving gazes and comforting arms, Nico found the solace he needed to continue healing - one day at a time. Nico sat with Percy and Jason later that day, a sense of peace washing over him. He thought about how lucky he was to have them in his life, and how their love and support had helped him through a difficult night.
Percy took Nico's hand, squeezing it gently. "How are you feeling today?" he asked with a kind smile.
Nico returned the smile. "Much better, thanks to you both."
Jason put his arm around Nico. "We're always here for you, no matter what."
Nico leaned into Jason's embrace. "I know. And I'll never be able to properly express how grateful I am... for everything you do for me."
"You don't have to explain." Percy said. "We understand."
"And we'll keep reminding you, as long as it takes." Jason added. "That we're here. That we love you. That nothing will ever change that."
Nico nodded, feeling tears prick his eyes. "Thank you. Really."
Percy and Jason hugged Nico close, letting their embrace speak what words could not. Their patience, understanding and unconditional love washed over Nico, filling the cracks in his battered soul.
They sat together in comfortable silence for a while, taking solace in each other's presence. Nico knew he was far from "fixed" - anxieties and doubts still lingered in the shadows. But with Percy and Jason by his side, he also knew he had everything he needed to keep healing, one day at a time.
