PJO/HOO one-shots

First Kiss (Re-Write '23)

Percy enjoyed watching the son of Hades draw, observing as he concentrated on the blank page, sketching with increasing confidence. Nico's intricate details and dedication fascinated the older male. Sometimes, lost in his art, Nico would only notice Percy's presence when arms enveloped him. Tense at first, he would eventually relax into the embrace, continuing his drawing.

The raven haired boy placed his pencil on the desk, sighing and cracking his knuckles as he questioned the purpose of the drawing. Percy's response? To capture their first kiss. Even though Nico suggested a picture, the older male preferred the artistic approach. With a blush, Nico looked at Percy, who playfully justified his choice.

The drawing depicted their first kiss almost perfectly. Percy - whose arms were holding onto a slender waist. Nico - whose arms draped gently over the sea green eyed boy's shoulders. Their lips were met with uncertainty, sheepish smiles present between the pair as blushes were evident on both males' faces.

Nico remembered the sensation of Percy's lips on his. As Percy teased him, Nico's blush deepened. Percy's observation melted Nico's heart. They shared another affectionate kiss, then reluctantly broke apart for air.

The younger male playfully shoved Percy away. "You're distracting me, Jackson. I need to finish the drawing. I'll give you my undivided attention later." Pouting, the brunet relented. With a dramatic sigh and an exaggerated eye-roll, Percy stepped back, his hands raised in mock surrender.

"Fine, fine. I'll stop bothering you, oh great artist," he teased, his grin uncontainable. Nico chuckled at the playful tone, a fondness twinkling in his chocolate eyes.

"Thank you," he replied, a mischievous glint appearing in his gaze.

As the older male turned to leave, Percy couldn't resist adding, "And don't think I won't hold you to that promise of undivided attention later." He threw a wink over his shoulder before disappearing into the kitchen, leaving Nico to his artwork with a smile lingering on the younger males' lips.