Will helped Nico, against his insistence that he was fine, out of the infirmary and into the great wide world. As they drew near the Hades cabin, Will found himself feeling sorry that the small Hades child had to stay in that depressing place. As if Nico could sense his reluctance, he said,
"I'm going to re decorate soon. I feel like a vampire."
"No kidding."
They'd reached the door. The black, obsidian-like door that was about as welcoming as Nico's glare. Will have Nico one last, quick assessment. He was still pale, sickly even. But there was colour in his cheeks and the dullness in his eyes had been replaced with a faint glimmer. He was still skinny as anything, but Will would see to that.
"Um, Will?"
Will realised he'd been staring. He also realised he was still holding Nico's arm. Quickly letting go, he ruffled Nico's hair and smiled.
"See you around I guess." Nico mumbled. "And... thanks. Really."
Will turned his smile up a few watts.
"No problem."
Then Nico gave one last lingering look at the son of Apollo before walking into the cabin and closing the door.
a/n 'twas a really short chapter, it was kind of just for Nico getting out of the infirmary.
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He Loves Me?
FanfictionThree days the infirmary ends up with Nico cracking a smile. I actually can't write these things but I've explained it further on the first page, so head there. - I can't find the artist but credits to them for the cover!!!!!
