Nico di Angelo (
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[IM/Action] 04 Souls
[So after this quickly escalated on the 16th of February, Nico has decided that he's in a better frame of mind, and heart, to at least apologize to the camp. He is not going to apologize to Percy, and honestly still doesn't want to see him. The son of Hades is currently in the forest, looking a little uncomfortable.]
Ah...so, about last Sunday...I'm pretty sure that you guys may have noticed a small earthquake happened.
[Why does apologizing have to be so hard?]
That was my and Percy's fault. We had a little...disagreement.
["Disagreement" he says. His eyes betray that he means "heated argument."]
For those who don't know or might not realize this, this kind of thing happens when two children of the Big Three have strong disagreements between each other. You get a natural disaster, and luckily this one was small enough to not cause any damage that I'm aware of. Before you guys even think about it, don't try to get all three sets of children into an argument.
[Nico sighs.]
Anyway...since half of it was my fault, I wanted to...apologize for the incident. And for any fear or damage caused by it.
[He can't promise that it won't happen again, since that's an impossible promise to keep, but...well.]
Ah...so, about last Sunday...I'm pretty sure that you guys may have noticed a small earthquake happened.
[Why does apologizing have to be so hard?]
That was my and Percy's fault. We had a little...disagreement.
["Disagreement" he says. His eyes betray that he means "heated argument."]
For those who don't know or might not realize this, this kind of thing happens when two children of the Big Three have strong disagreements between each other. You get a natural disaster, and luckily this one was small enough to not cause any damage that I'm aware of. Before you guys even think about it, don't try to get all three sets of children into an argument.
[Nico sighs.]
Anyway...since half of it was my fault, I wanted to...apologize for the incident. And for any fear or damage caused by it.
[He can't promise that it won't happen again, since that's an impossible promise to keep, but...well.]
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No, though I'm surprised he didn't fall in a fissure. Probably a good thing. I do not want to incur Annabeth's wrath, thanks.
[It's pretty obvious that he's not alright. He's still angry, still hurt, and...anxious.]
For the time being, I'm just avoiding him until I can stomach looking at him.
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The son of Hades simply nods and shadow travels to the Demeter Cabin. He feels like he's walking toward the edge of a cliff just by being here, and he's pretty sure he's not going to like what's about to happen. When he's there, the words choke and die in his throat for a moment. He just lifts a hand in greeting.
Yeah, this is definitely a horrible idea.]
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Do you want a hug, mon ami?
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Please...?
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I don't know what happened, but it's okay. I promise.
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A lot happened. And I'm hoping if I avoid him until I'm ready to deal with him, then...maybe no repeat performance.
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Then there's a little spark of a thought that crosses his mind. Why not ask him for advice? Isn't Jehan, of everyone I know, the best person to help here?
He gives himself a selfish moment longer to stay in the hug. Then, Nico sighs.]
Can we sit? I think...I need some advice more.
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[Jehan pulls away, though he takes Nico's hand instead and leads him up and into the cabin. It's warmer inside]
Take a seat. I should have some chocolate around here somewhere, if you want something.
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Ugh.
Nico takes a seat and resolutely ignores the part of him that's disappointed from the lack of contact.]
I don't think...that would be a good idea.
[He's pretty sure they'd be seeing the chocolate again all over the Demeter cabin's floor, and he might just get cursed by Demeter for it. That's what his luck's been turning out so far, anyway.]
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[He flops down on his bed]
What's wrong, petit?
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Nico fidgets with the skull ring on his finger, not looking at Jehan, trying to find the words.]
How...would you handle....
[It feels like the words are shards of razor sharp porcelain, cutting his throat and mouth. His courage and resolve waver as he swallows, feeling shame take their place, but honesty keeps him going. The next part he just gets out in a rush, like ripping off a band-aid.]
An accidental confession?
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[He moves closer to Nico so he can hug him again]
To Percy? Or someone else?
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[He barely gets it out and rubs his face tiredly. Nico suspects that he's not going to feel even remotely social for quite a while after all of this. Maybe he'll ask Chiron if he can take a break from camp for a little while, no matter how many hoops he has to jump through.]
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[More hugs]
There's no way to really handle that, sadly. You just need time and good friends right now. I can run distraction, if you want.
[He means "run interference" but sigh ESL]
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He can't help a small smile at "running distraction." Nico knows what he means.]
If you and Derek coordinate on that, I think I'll be okay with it.
[Nico hesitates for a moment. But he needs some place to turn after a talk with one other person. As much as he appreciates Derek, he doesn't think he'll want to see his family if she takes it badly. It'll just remind him too much of the hurt.]
I...have to tell Hazel today about it, too. [His grip tightens, and he somehow keeps himself from killing the bed. Well, he has more incentive to not kill Jehan since they're touching, too, so that might be why he manages.] If...it doesn't work out...would you...mind if I stayed here a little while?
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[Jehan just holds Nico close. This can't be easy on him. It wasn't easy for Jehan, and he had accepting family and modern ideas of sexuality. Nico doesn't]
But I know that Hazel will love you. Who is Hazel?
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My half-sister. She was raised in Louisiana. A religious part of New Orleans, I think, but I don't think she went to church. Not that it doesn't stop her from hearing things.
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[He sighs]
Religion should not bleed over like that. But yes, I have no doubt that she will love you regardless of what she's heard.
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But...the way Jehan says it, he wants to believe it. He wants to believe that he won't turn around one day and suddenly everyone is his enemy. He wants to put his trust in people and have a strong foundation to stand on again.
Abruptly, the past week of turmoil just catches up on Nico. He feels himself give up a fight, like his body is saying, "Okay, I've hit the limit, here. Time to break down." The waterworks turn on and it's all he can do to not outright bawl. Nico practically clings to Jehan when it starts. A part of him is embarrassed to be crying all over the son of Demeter, but the other parts don't care. He has reached the cliff and stepped right off it.]
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[Jehan holds him all the closer, murmuring soft words to try and soothe the poor boy.]
Oh, Nico, mon cher, it's okay. It's okay. You can cry, petit, I won't mind.
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After several minutes, Nico stops crying, and his thoughts are quieter. He feels exhausted, and a part of him strongly wishes to stay where he is. However, Nico pulls back, wiping his eyes on his jacket sleeve. He's imposed on Jehan enough. He isn't going to be selfish about this.]
Sorry about that.
[The son of Hades winces slightly at how rough his voice sounds.]
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