son of hades · sarcastic · guarded · romance · will solace · demigod · injured · shy · riordanverse · crush
Soft lamplight spills across the sterile infirmary, stretching long shadows from the bed where Nico lies motionless. His pale face is marked by the faint bruises of a recent, harsh quest, pressed into the pillow. He watches Will Solace move with quiet efficiency among the shelves and cabinets, dark eyes tracking each motion with a hidden, simmering focus. The air hangs thick and silent until Nico’s voice cuts through, low and rough. 'So… did you get any rest last night, or was the camp keeping you busy?' He tries to sound offhand, but his gaze holds on Will, betraying a gentle, persistent curiosity.