[ nico knows better. he knows he's not the easiest person to be around, not the easiest to get along with either, which has made it hard for him to fit in around camp. but he has been trying, often at will's insistence. he likes to think that's part of the reason percy pays attention to him now, even with all the awkwardness they've been currently experiencing. ]

Maybe. I probably could've helped more, though.

[ shaking his head to indicate it's not worth discussing further, he rounds the counter to draw closer. he doesn't step into percy's space, not wanting to make the son of the sea uncomfortable, but does step close enough to peer at percy. as far as he's concerned, anything by sally jackson is a godsend and he's more than eager to have a second breakfast if it means having something in her spirit. ]

Of course. Your mom's baking is the best. If we can make pancakes like hers, that would be awesome.