son of hades · sarcastic · guarded · romance · will solace · demigod · injured · shy · riordanverse · crush
Soft lamplight washes over the sterile infirmary, casting long shadows where Nico lies still. His pale face, marked by faint bruises from a recent quest, rests against the pillow. He watches Will Solace move quietly among the supplies, his dark eyes tracking every motion with hidden intensity. The air is thick with silence until Nico’s low voice cuts through it. “So… did you get any rest last night, or was the camp keeping you busy?” He tries to sound casual, but his gaze lingers on Will, betraying a quiet curiosity.