Personal Space, Dam It! (Percy Jackson Fanfiction)

Chapter Five: They Meet The Funeral God

A/N: Caution. Sassy Anubis ahead. Don’t look at me like that! Also, I’m sorry if I’m not able to correct minor mistakes.

Song: Carolyn by Black Veil Brides

Personal Space, Dam It!: Part Five

“Death Breath, meet Kelp Face. Jackson, meet Anubis”

Anubis’s POV

The boy beside Nico is a foot taller than him. He has messy brown hair that dripped of sweat. Okay, so probably this guy had intentions of saying “I just had sex” to the entire world. Wow. Nico wants this? Or there is a possibility where he just finished training and is tired. Yeah, I’m assuming it’s the second option. He also has green-blue eyes. Or is it only green? Whichever, they remind me of the sea. “So this is the famous Percy Jackson I’ve been hearing about” I grinned at the brunette. I glanced at Nico from the corner of my eye and saw the heated glare sharper than a thousand knives he’s directing at me.

“Uhhh, yeah. I’m sorry, famous? And you must be Anubis. Nico has told me about you” the brunette –Percy– smiled.

“Oh, has he? Same thing with you”

This time, I turned to Nico. The younger teen was crossing his arms and his attention was the ground below. Hmm, I didn’t know he took an interest in nature so much. I grinned as I came up with a thought. If we acted close enough for comfort and Percy shows signs of jealousy, it means he cares a lot for this guy. Or possibly even like him back. Plan set. Now I just need Nico to play along.

“Say, Nicky, you can put your bag inside the car so it wouldn’t burden your shoulders anymore” I tilted my head towards the car and grinned at Nico’s expression. He glared and scowled at the same time. How can Percy not like this kid? “Horus, go with him” I muttered to the other Egyptian god.

“I’m not some kind of peasant, Anubis” he growled before walking back towards the car. “I’ll see you when you get back” Percy smiled as he turned to the son of Hades. “Yeah, whatever” Nico nodded. He refused to look at the brunette because, from my angle, I could see him blushing. When Death Boy passed me, he muttered lowly, “Nicky is the stupidest nickname you can ever come up with” He shoved me lightly.

I couldn’t tell if it was meant to be playfully or a warning that he didn’t take “Nicky” too well. I laughed and shook my head.

I turned back to the son of Poseidon and watched him watch Nico. Wow, watch-ception. Seriously, Sadie’s rubbing off on me now. Ever since she arrived here from London and we agreed to a movie marathon with the others, I’ve been saying random movie phrases. I shifted closer and placed the back of my hand on his chest. I leaned close to whisper so that only the both of us could hear. “You have no idea what you’re missing out on. Nico’s a great guy” I shifted back to my original position and eyed him for any reaction. He looked confused but leastwise, captured a gist of what I’m hinting at. Or, at least a quarter of it. Okay, maybe none at all.

“You like Nico, don’t you?” He mumbled.

I would’ve laughed if it weren’t for the grim expression on his face. I doubt he even knows what he looks like right now. Instead, I decided to enlighten him. “Nope. But he likes a certain guy” It took all willpower to say that. Nico’s going to kill me if he finds out I told Percy. Technically, I didn’t tell him it was him who he liked but a hint nonetheless. Percy’s eyes widened at the newfound information. I just hope he’s not homophobic.

“Really?” He looked at me seriously and asked. I hesitated and looked back if Nico is planning to walk back but Horus and he were actually talking. The sight seemed…. Unusual? Turning back, I nodded slightly. Then I narrowed my eyes at him. “You’re not homophobic though, are you?” Percy shook his head and frowned. “It doesn’t matter if he’s into guys, girls, or both. He’s my friend and I accept him in every way possible” he said. I chuckled and placed my hands into my pockets. “Is that what he is to you? Just a friend?” I countered lowly. I wanted to get back at this guy for hurting Nico. Hey, we may not be that close yet but seeing someone be hurt because of situations like this is unbearable.